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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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Martin Ryan & Sons has taken delivery of the first of 19 brand new Dennison Trailers . The order comprises 15 Curtainsiders and 4 Sliding Skellies built for performance, durability and style. Our photo shows the first trailer to leave Dennison Trailers’ premises in Naas, Co. Kildare.
...Palletways, Europe’s leading express palletised freight network, has renewed its 10-year partnership with Dublin-based Transland Group. The long-standing collaboration, which first began in 2008, reflects a shared commitment to service excellence, operational innovation and sustainable freight solutions across UK-Ireland routes. Marking this new phase in the partnership, Transland has taken...
In 2024, almost 20,000 (19,940) people lost their lives in road crashes across the EU, according to latest statistics released by the European Commission. This represents a 2% decrease compared to 2023 and marks continued, but slow, progress toward the EU’s Vision Zero goal of halving road deaths and serious...
With the arrival of their award-winning eActros 600 truck, the Mercedes-Benz has cracked-open the reality of battery-electric long-distance goods transportation, within Ireland and further afield to the UK and Europe, whilst opening new pathways to profit and a new more economic operational environment for fleet buyers and owner operators. Sleek,...
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has been recognised on the European stage for its innovative work to reduce drink driving, jointly winning the Driving Under the Influence and Distraction Award at the Excellence in Road Safety Awards 2025 in Brussels yesterday. Organised by the European Road Safety Charter, the awards...
Motorway maintenance business Egis Lagan Services has taken delivery of the first Volvo FM Low Entry truck to go into service in Ireland. The zero tailpipe-emission battery electric FM Low Entry combines near-silent running with excellent visibility for the driver, thanks to a five-star Direct Vision Standard rating. Egis Lagan...
Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien has today, 16th October 2025, directed local authorities to review existing speed limits on roads in built-up and urban areas. Local authorities will, where appropriate, implement lower speed limits including the introduction of 30 km/h speed limits, such as in roads in cities and towns....
Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, has launched its most powerful and flexible dashcam yet, which promises to boost fleet safety and compliance within the UK road transport sector. The CV5000 is an AI-powered, dual-facing dashcam that supports up to two additional cameras for increased...
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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...