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The latest news, developments and industry updates affecting Irish hauliers, transport operators, fleet managers and commercial vehicle professionals across Ireland.
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What decisions will shape your fleet and transport operation over the next 12 months? From regulatory change and rising operating costs to decarbonisation, alternative fuels and evolving customer expectations, the transport sector continues to face significant change. The FTA Ireland Sustainable Transport Seminar 2026 will bring transport, logistics and fleet...
Entries are now open for the Irish Logistics & Transport Awards 2027, with Ireland’s logistics, transport, warehousing, fleet management, and supply chain management community invited to submit across 33 categories ahead of the October closing date. Winners will be recognised at the awards gala on 4 March 2027 at the...
With fuel remaining one of the biggest operating costs for Irish haulage companies, the way an HGV is driven can have a significant impact on fuel consumption, emissions and vehicle wear. Eco-driving is not about driving slowly or compromising safety. It is about driving smoothly, anticipating what is happening ahead...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has confirmed that payments under the Toad Transport Support Scheme (RTSS) scheme are now progressing. Haulage operators have been waiting some time for this positive news, and while there are still outstanding issues to resolve, significant progress is now being made. ✅ The process:...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) will hold its Annual Conference at the Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney, on Friday, September 4 and Saturday, September 5, 2026, at what industry leaders are describing as a defining moment for the future of Irish road transport. Thousands of hauliers and transport operators from across...
Gas Networks Ireland and Bia Energy have reached a major milestone in Ireland’s energy transition with the successful connection of Bia Energy’s €90 million renewable biomethane gas facility in Huntstown, Co. Dublin to the national gas network. This marks the first time that a biomethane production plant has been directly...
For decades, diesel has been the undisputed fuel of Ireland’s road haulage industry. It offers excellent range, rapid refuelling, an extensive infrastructure network and a proven ability to power trucks carrying heavy loads over long distances. Leaving aside the the spiralling cost of road diesel, pressure on the industry to...
Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien, has pubished the Hierarchy of Use of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) Across Transport and Other Sectors Report. which examines the growing demand for HVO, and how State intervention can best promote efficient use of this renewable energy within and outside the transport sector both in...
The GRAZE Vehicle Grant Scheme is an important Irish Government-backed initiative aimed at helping hauliers and commercial fleet operators move from diesel to gas-powered vehicles, particularly as Ireland looks to decarbonise the HGV sector. What is GRAZE? GRAZE stands for Green Renewable Agricultural Zero Emissions. It is led by Gas...
FTA Irel;and is calling for a balanaced policy approach from government, as fuel prices to continue to spiral. Ireland’s transport and logistics sector remains heavily dependent on fuel to keep goods and services moving across the economy. “Operators are facing a growing cost challenge as the Government considers the phased...
Latest UK News
Essential road haulage, logistics and commercial vehicle news from across the UK, including regulation, operating costs, fleet developments and market trends.
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With increased travel expected over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend, driver fatigue remains a significant road safety risk. Drivers are advised to take a break at least every two hours and to stop for 15 minutes if feeling tired. While caffeine can help improve alertness, it is important to note...
EU lawmakers have reached a provisional deal on CountEmissionsEU, a regulation introducing a single method to calculate and report greenhouse gas emissions across all transport modes. CountEmissionsEU is a common framework for quantifying the greenhouse gas emissions of transport services across different modes. The Commission has proposed a single methodology...
The Transport Operations & Commercial Driving Apprenticeship and the LAA – Logistics Associate Apprenticeship took part in the FTA Ireland Sustainable Transport Seminar 2025, which took place at Johnstown House Co. Kildare earlier this week. Minister of State Seán Canney TD, who gave the keynote address visited the The Transport...
Latest European News
Key developments from Europe’s road transport sector, covering EU regulation, driver shortages, freight movements, sustainability, enforcement and cross-border operations.
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Germany has notified the European Commission that checks at all nine of its land borders will continue from 16 September 2026 until 15 March 2027. The affected borders include France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Denmark, Poland, Czechia, Austria and Switzerland. Irish operators travelling through Germany should allow for unpredictable inspections,...
The European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on amendments to the Eurovignette Directive. The Directive sets the framework for road tolls and user charges for vehicles across the EU. The agreement provides greater clarity to hauliers, national authorities and toll service providers on application while supporting consistent...
Trucks & Fleet News
The latest truck launches, vehicle deliveries, fleet investments and transport technology helping operators improve safety, efficiency, reliability and performance.
Policy & Compliance News
Important updates on transport legislation, operator licensing, roadworthiness, driver regulations, enforcement, taxation and compliance requirements affecting commercial vehicle operators.
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Irish hauliers have received a welcome boost with confirmation that the Diesel Rebate Scheme (DRS) will remain in place until the end of 2026, providing continued support to transport operators facing high fuel and operating costs. The scheme allows qualifying road haulage and passenger transport operators to reclaim a portion...
Sustainability may be in the title, but FTA Ireland’s Sustainable Transport Seminar 2026 will go far beyond decarbonisation. “The transport and logistics sector is facing challenges on multiple fronts. Rising operating costs, increasing regulation, digitalisation, driver recruitment and retention, insurance, road safety and compliance are all demanding greater attention from...
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News and analysis covering ports, ferries, freight routes, supply chains and logistics developments connecting Ireland with Britain, Europe and international markets.