AMTRAK Express Parcels has ordered a fleet of 40 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans after trialling the model in the West Midlands.

The long-wheelbase, high-roof vehicles will be integrated within its 230-strong van fleet. Transport manager Tony Jones said: ‘Due to an upsurge in our parcel handling and delivery service to core business customers, we needed to find a new vehicle which could provide a more efficient, cost-effective service.’