Fleet Tracking Data in Action: Bridgend County Borough Council

See how Fleet and Transport Manager Denzil Calford uses Quartix fleet tracking to improve safety, cut emissions, and manage a 1,500+ vehicle fleet.

See Denzil’s Top 5 Fleet Reports

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Using fleet data to drive change

Fleet and Transport Manager for Bridgend County Borough Council and South Wales Police, Denzil Calford has over two decades of experience and a fleet of over 1,500 vehicles under his supervision. In this exclusive video, Denzil shares how Quartix reports help his team save costs, reduce emissions, and stay accountable.

Watch the video to catch up on Denzil’s presentation at the Public Sector Connect Conference 2025.

“It’s my duty to use the fleet data. With Quartix, I have peace of mind 24/7. The mobile app is a wonderful tool. I can see where every vehicle is and reassign them to where they‘re needed most. We’ve reduced insurance claims, captured fuel benefits, and introduced lower vehicle speed limits. Quartix helps us collaborate across departments with real-time data.“

5 Fleet Reports That Denzil Relies On

These Quartix reports help Denzil deliver on public sector targets and ensure a safe, efficient fleet.

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Complete visibility

1. Real-time fleet tracking and second-by-second crash data

In a fast-moving public sector environment, having instant visibility over your entire fleet is essential. Denzil uses Quartix real-time tracking to stay connected wherever he is, quickly identifying vehicle locations, reacting to incidents, and supporting any insurance claims with second-by-second crash data.

Track vehicle location instantly
Mobile app for fleet tracking on the go
Use custom icons for EVs and lighting towers
Instant alerts for incidents
Second-by-second crash data helps with investigations and insurance claims

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Full audit log

2. Trip reports

Public accountability and service verification are vital for councils. Trip reports give Denzil and his team clear, timestamped evidence of completed routes and jobs, such as disputed waste collections.

Provides proof of completed work such as bin collections
Archive and review trip history at any time
Supports transparency and accountability in the organisation

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Reduce emissions

3. Engine idling reports

Reducing emissions and operating costs is a core priority for Bridgend CBC. Idling reports help Denzil pinpoint where engines are running unnecessarily, allowing the council to cut fuel waste, lower carbon output, and comply with environmental regulations.

Identify unnecessary engine idling
Exclude Power Take-Off (PTO) vehicles
Reduce fuel waste and CO₂ emissions
Translate insights into tangible cost savings

See idling reports

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Promote safety

4. Speed events and driver scores

Maintaining safe, compliant and fuel-efficient driving standards is important for council staff. By monitoring speeds, and overall driver scores, Denzil proactively manages driver behaviour, improves road safety, and sets a positive example across the entire fleet.

Track driving behaviour of the council’s branded vehicles
Identify risky drivers through speeding, harsh braking, and acceleration
Reduce insurance claim costs and drive down insurance premiums
Lead by example and adhere to 20mph zones
Foster a culture of responsibility and safety

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Monitor vehicle movements

4. Geofencing zones

Geofencing adds an extra layer of visibility to daily fleet operations. Whether it’s preventing unauthorised trips, avoiding unnecessary charges in low-emission zones, or analysing activity within key borough areas, geofences give Denzil valuable data to support operational decisions and long-term planning.

Set custom zones for key locations, such as around the Borough
Receive alerts for unauthorised movement or suspected theft
Monitor frequency of operations in each area (e.g., in low emission zones)
Share data with planners to improve routing and scheduling

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Download Denzil’s Top 5 Fleet Reports as a PDF

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Why Quartix? Denzil’s view

“With Quartix, I can show anyone what work‘s been done today. It helps me juggle a busy role and it’s a game-changer for public accountability. And the new mobile app is fantastic!”

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