Latest Irish News
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 Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) is reminding drivers that they need to keep their Driver CPC up to date. Professional truck drivers in Ireland must complete 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years (that’s 7 hours per year) with an RSA-approved training provider. Miss your deadline and you’re...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) is highlighting the importance of vehicle walk-around checks to its members Vehicle walk-around checks are one of the simplest, but most important, parts of transport compliance. Daily checks help identify issues before vehicles head out on the road and play an important role in...
The European road freight transport market has returned to growth in 2025, reaching €440bn after a period of near-stagnation, according to new research published today by Ti Insight (Ti). The market is forecast to grow steadily to €483bn by 2030, driven by strengthening international trade flows, regulatory shifts, and structural...
SureCam and Peoplesafe’s video-enabled worker safety service has achieved emergency response times more than 150% quicker than standard 999 calls, providing the fastest and most comprehensive driver protection solution currently available to commercial fleet operators. Following a live trial undertaken in collaboration with Geotab, a global leader in connected...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has repeated its call on Government to extend fuel supports until at least the early autumn IRHA President, Ger Hyland, said the containing volatility in the Middle East means the government must maintain fuel supports in place until we are sure that a lasting...
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) is calling for practical improvements to the EU Industrial Accelerator Act. IRU’s new position paper on the European Commission’s proposed Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) calls for practical adjustments to ensure the framework strengthens industrial competitiveness and decarbonisation without undermining the road transport sector. Presented...
William Townsend from Co, Wexford , has taken delivery of a new Scania tractor unit supplied by Garrett O Sullivan from Commercial Repair s Services , Dunshaughlin Co Meath. The new unit came fitted with: ✅roof position lights x5 ✅headboard ✅visor position lights ✅cat 2 warning lights ✅lower grill strip...
Finnlines is set to expand its freight service between Rosslare Europort and Zeebrügge, Belgium, by adding a second ro-ro vessel to the route. The expansion will provide customers with increased capacity and more frequent departures between Ireland and mainland Europe. To meet growing customer demand, Finnlines is strengthening the service...
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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...