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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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The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has welcomed the European Council’s balanced general approach on the roadworthiness package. It aims to align inspections with technological developments, improve road safety, and promote cross-border cooperation and digitalisation in road inspections. However, important improvements are still necessary. EU transport ministers have adopted the...
Minister of State with responsibility for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports, Seán Canney, attended the EU Transport Council meeting in Brussels on Thursday and welcomed Council agreement on two major legislative initiatives: the Weights and Dimensions Directive and the Roadworthiness Package. Minister Canney said: “From an Irish...
EU transport ministers have adopted a general approach on the revision of the Weights and Dimensions Directive, marking a major step towards further enabling more efficient, sustainable and zero-emission road transport. The agreement reflects sustained leadership from the Danish Presidency and constructive engagement from all Member States, bringing years of...
The Mercedes-Benz eActros, which recently arrived in Ireland, is set to raise the bar with a range of 500kms. BWG Foods has taken delivery of the first two eActros tractor units in Ireland and Fergus Conheady, Sales Manager for Mercedes-Benz Truck told the Roadway Ireland Podcast that the eActros is...
Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, has launched its first satellite-enabled vehicle tracker for applications that demand the highest levels of connectivity in remote and isolated locations. The GV75MG SAT unit has been designed to operate in the harshest environments, where mobile networks are unreliable...
With a chronic HGV driver shortage and an aging driver cohort, FTA Ireland is leading the way in attracting new blood into the industry. In the first edition of the Roadway Ireland Podcast, Anna Gorecka, FTA Ireland course coordinator explains that the Commercial Driver Apprenticeship Programme in ATU Sligo is...
Roadway Ireland, the transport and logistics podcast, brought to you by Brand New Products and HGVIreland.com is now live. In the first episode, presenter Barry Keane talks with Michael Dixon, who takes us through his 30 years at the helm of Dixon international transport. Fergus Conheady, Sales Manager at Mercedes-Benz...
The Irish Road Haulage Association has accused Dublin Port of announcing new ‘hidden tariffs’ on Irish goods coming into and out of Ireland, that will push up the price of food, fuel, construction materials. IRHA President, Ger Hyland, has slammed management at Dublin Port for imposing a range of new...
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Latest UK News
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
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
Trucks & Fleet News
The latest truck launches, vehicle deliveries, fleet investments and transport technology helping operators improve safety, efficiency, reliability and performance.
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Volvo Trucks has recently upgraded its heavy-duty truck range and as a prelude to 2027’s anniversary celebrations, the company is now making its Volvo FH and Volvo FH16 trucks available in a unique anniversary edition. Following a series of recent improvements to the electric, diesel and gas powertrains, Volvo Trucks...
Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, has launched a rechargeable tracker designed for freight and logistics applications such as HGVs, trailer, cargo and equipment monitoring. The compact GL330MG device possesses optimised power consumption and advanced connectivity, enabling extended battery life without sacrificing real-time responsiveness, location...
Goggins Transport, has enhanced its fleet with the addition of 11 new, high-specification Mercedes-Benz Actros ProCabin Big 510hp tractor units, with a further five Actros ProCabin Giga units on order to be delivered this year. Headquartered in Dublin, the investment is a clear signal of confidence from the Goggins family,...
Policy & Compliance News
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...
HGVIreland.com has expanded its growing Reference & Directory section with the addition of a new CVRT Test Centre Directory, designed to give Ireland’s haulage, transport and commercial vehicle operators quick access to essential testing information. The new directory provides a convenient county-by-county guide to CVRT test centres across Ireland, helping...
Shipping & Logistics News
Shipping & Logistics News
News and analysis covering ports, ferries, freight routes, supply chains and logistics developments connecting Ireland with Britain, Europe and international markets.
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Hauliers and commercial vehicle operators using Stena Line services between Ireland and Britain are being advised of new passport requirements coming into effect from Monday, 28 September 2026. From that date, passengers travelling on the Dublin–Holyhead and Rosslare–Fishguard routes will be required to present a valid passport or passport card...