Irish hauliers travelling to Britain are reminded to check vehicle and axle weights before departure, as an overload can leave a truck prohibited from continuing its journey. For operators working to tight delivery windows and ferry schedules, a roadside weight check can have consequences beyond an enforcement penalty. Correcting an...
Plans to remove routine border checks and certification requirements on food shipments between Great Britain and the European Union from mid-2027 could significantly reduce paperwork for Irish hauliers. However, transport operators are being reminded that fewer border formalities will not remove the day-to-day challenges of managing international freight movements. Fleet...
Ireland’s transition to electric trucks is being held back by inadequate charging infrastructure and high purchase costs, according to the Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA). Speaking to RTÉ, IRHA President Ger Hyland said the association supports moving away from diesel but believes current targets cannot be achieved without substantial improvements...
A pioneering road safety initiative in Italy is demonstrating how practical, hands-on training can help HGV drivers, transport operators and other industry professionals reduce risks and improve safety across the heavy-duty transport sector. The Safer Truck initiative, developed by Efficient Driving Enterprise in Italy, has been recognised by the European...
Winter safety starts before a truck leaves the yard. For Irish hauliers, preparation, realistic schedules and clear communication help manage the risks from ice, heavy rain, strong winds and reduced visibility. Check the weather along the entire route. Review Met Éireann warnings, road conditions and ferry updates before departure. Set...
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Jayserv, a mechanical and electrical contractor, has adopted an advanced video telematics solution from SureCam to help protect its team of engineers who operate across the Southeast of England. The company has installed SureCam’s front and rear dashcam solution on its fleet of 10 vans, giving it greater visibility of...
Irish hauliers travelling through north-west England are being advised to prepare for further disruption on the M6 motorway, with National Highways confirming an extensive resurfacing programme between junctions 16 and 19 that will continue until summer 2027. The works, which began on 14 October 2026, cover a strategically important section...
Logistics UK is set to highlight the vital contribution of the logistics industry to Northern Ireland’s economy when it hosts its Nothing Moves Without Logistics reception at the Northern Ireland Assembly on Thursday, 19 November. The event, taking place in Room 115 of Parliament Buildings, Stormont, from 1.30pm to 3.30pm,...
Brittany Ferries is set to strengthen its direct ferry services between Ireland and mainland Europe with the introduction of a new passenger and freight vessel, Wexford, on the Rosslare–Cherbourg route from March 2027. The vessel, currently operating under the name Vizzavona, will be renamed Wexford and replace the freight-focused Norbay,...
Irish hauliers using the busy Dublin–Holyhead freight corridor face changes to UK customs arrangements from early 2027, following confirmation by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) that border checks are expected to move from the existing inland facility to infrastructure within Holyhead Port. The planned changes form part of a wider...
The Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) appeals deadline has been extended to 12 noon on Friday, 6 November 2026, giving affected hauliers additional time to submit their case. The updated notice extends the previously announced 4 November deadline. Operators whose applications were refused, or who did not receive support for...
Brendan Ryan, Director at Martin Ryan Haulage, has called for Government intervention ahead of January’s toll increases, warning that Irish hauliers cannot continue absorbing additional charges on essential freight journeys. Ryan is urging the Minister for Transport to bring Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), toll concessionaires and haulage representatives together before...
Geotab, a global leader in connected operations, video telematics and AI-powered insights, today published new findings from its European Urban Freight Efficiency Index on road safety, showing that the number of harsh driving events per trip varies more than fivefold across seven European capitals. The analysis uses GPS-derived harsh acceleration,...