Irish News
Pillow talk in the West to improve road safety
Thursday, July 29th, 2010
A unique campaign will be launched on West of Ireland roads in an attempt to remind drivers of their road responsibilities this August Bank holiday weekend. (more…)
IRU partners on truck parking
Thursday, July 29th, 2010
The International Road Transport Union (IRU), together with the International Transport Forum (ITF), has signed a cooperation agreement with the EU funded LABEL project to stimulate the development of truck parking areas (TPAs) offering sufficient levels of security and comfort. (more…)
Attention: All Professional Truck Drivers
Wednesday, July 28th, 2010
From 10th of September 2009, all professional truck drivers (those who drive for a living) must have a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC). (more…)
Limerick Tunnel opens to public
Wednesday, July 28th, 2010
The Limerick Tunnel PPP, which comprises 10km of dual carriageway including the 675 metres Limerick Tunnel under the River Shannon was officially opened on Tuesday. (more…)
Norfolkline rebrands following DFDS acquisition
Wednesday, July 28th, 2010
The recently announced acquisition of Norfolkline by DFDS was completed earlier this month. The new DFDS is structured into two divisions, DFDS Seaways and DFDS Logistics. (more…)
BrakeCheck gets NI approval
Tuesday, July 27th, 2010
After many years of use in England, Scotland and Wales the BrakeCheck decelerometer has been approved for use on commercial vehicles in Northern Ireland. (more…)
Brigade to phase out tonal reversing alarms
Tuesday, July 27th, 2010
Brigade Electronics has made a dramatic decision to phase out beeping tonal alarms over the next two years for a safer alternative that does not cause a noise nuisance. (more…)
Easytrip available at new Limerick Tunnel
Monday, July 26th, 2010
Motorists including haulage operators can now use their Easytrip tags in the Limerick Tunnel, which will be officially opened on Tuesday, 27th July 2010. (more…)
SIMI expresses concerns over planned VRT changes
Friday, July 23rd, 2010
The Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) has expressed reservations over changes to the Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT) categories, due to come into force next year. (more…)
CILT welcomes government commitment on fuel alternatives
Friday, July 23rd, 2010
The Chartered Institute of Transport & Logistics (CILT) has praised the Government’s commitment to promoting transport fuel alternatives. (more…)
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