The European Parliament is set to amend the way of calculating emission credits for heavy-duty vehicles for the 2025–2029 reporting period. The move will accelerate changes to the. For lawmakers, the adjustment is necessary to provide certainty for vehicle manufacturers, while opponents argue that the move could undermine the EU’s...
A looming HGV driver shortage underlines the urgent need for logistics operators to use technology to reduce pressure on existing drivers and maximise fleet efficiency. Andrew Tavener, Head of Fleet Marketing EMEA at Descartes says addressing the challenges at hand requires a multifaceted approach, with technology playing an important role....
Irish Road Haulage Association President, Ger Hyland, has confirmed that a protest planned for tomorrow, Tuesday March 10th, in Dublin has been suspended pending the outcome of talks with Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien. Minister O’Brien rang MR. Hyland from Rio De Janeiro in Brazil this evening and his Department has...
French customs have confirmed that all vehicles travelling to France from the UK will require a valid Envelope Logistique Obligatoire (ELO) before reaching the border from 15th April. Without a valid ELO, vehicles may face delays or diversion to inland border facilities. The ELO replacesthe current document grouping system. Each...
The winners of the 2026 Irish Logistics & Transport Awards have been announced. Since 2010, these awards have celebrated the ingenuity, resilience, and flexibility that define Ireland’s logistics and transport sector, and this year’s winners have raised the bar higher than ever across 21 categories. View the full list of...
The current geopolitical situation in the Middle East is already having an impact on global fuel markets, with sharp increases already seen in domestic heating oil prices. And with the price of petrol and diesel experiencing notable increases in the past few days, FTA Ireland, which represents those responsible for...
Truck and Bus operators are set to benefit from expanded Government support to help cut costs and accelerate the move to zero-emission transport. Changes to the Zero Emission Heavy Duty Vehicle (ZEHDV) grant scheme will make it easier and more flexible for companies to invest in electric trucks and buses,...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has warned diesel prices are likely to reach and surpass €2 per litre, and is urging the Government to introduce temporary supports for operators. The group said escalating tensions in the Middle East will almost certainly push pump prices beyond the €2 mark, increasing...
RDM Electrical & Mechanical Services has adopted a fleet telematics solution from Ctrack to better support and protect its team of engineers, while targeting operating efficiencies and service improvements. The fleet technology solution has been rolled out across 80 vans that operate nationwide, so the company can gain real-time and...
Food retailers are turning to managed customs solutions backed by smart automation to overcome the growing complexities of transporting goods, especially perishable produce, between the UK and Ireland. According to Sarah-Louise Murray, Customs Manager at Derry Bros, supply chain delays caused by incorrect customs documentation within high-volume, time-sensitive operations are...