As Ireland’s road freight network expands, HGV drivers remain essential to keeping the country’s economy moving. ESB Networks greatly values the contribution of the road freight sector and is committed to helping operators stay safe while doing this vital work. Claire Mulholland, ESB Networks Public Safety Manager, advises one of...
Government has agreed a new package of measures on fuel costs and to support the transport, farming and fisheries sectors. The measures follow significant recent engagement with industry representatives and are in addition to the previously allocated €250 million in targeted supports to assist those experiencing real and immediate financial...
Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien has approved a temporary derogation from certain driving hours and rest period requirements for road hauliers transporting liquid fuel used for home heating oil or as a propellant within Ireland. Approval was granted in light of the evolving situation and the anticipated levels of fuel...
The EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is entering into full operation across Schengen external borders, marking a new phase in its rollout. Following a gradual deployment since October 2025, EES is now being applied more broadly at external borders. In practice, this means non-EU short-stay travellers and professional drivers without a...
Brigade Electronics, a global leader in commercial vehicle safety solutions, is urging the UK Government to ensure that any implementation of General Safety Regulation 2 (GSR 2) strengthens – not compromises – the UK’s position as a world leader in vehicle safety standards and protects UK industry. Currently, the European...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) will continue to engage with government on a daily basis to achieve further supports for its members in the haulage sector. Ger Hyland, President of the IRHA told HGVIreland.com: “We are currently in negotiations with government for more supports for our industry following crippling...
Professionals across logistics, transport, engineering, and technology are invited to join European Supply Chain Day 2026, hosted online by E3, Trinity College Dublin, as part of Ireland’s 4th Logistics and Supply Chain Skills Week. Taking place over two virtual halfdays—Thursday, 16 April and Thursday, 23 April 2026—this event brings together...
With fuel prices continuing to sky rocket, hauliers have been reminded that proper truck wheel alignment plays a bigger role in fuel savings than most people expect. It directly affects how efficiently your truck moves down the road. Why alignment matters for fuel economy When wheels are misaligned, they don’t...