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Former FTA Ireland chief welcomes Phase 2 of the Government’s Road Safety Strategy

The former chief of FTA Ireland, has welcomed the publication of Phase 2 of the Government’s Road Safety Strategy. Former Chief Executive, Aidan Flynn contributed as a member of the Road Safety User Committee during the Phase 1 review. Writing on Linkedin.com Flynn said: “ A key takeaway from Phase...

Brittany Ferries launches new freight initiative between Ireland and Spain

Brittany Ferries has today launched a major new freight initiative that strengthens connections between Ireland and Spain, while taking significant steps to cut road traffic, reduce emissions and support driver-free logistics. The company has inaugurated a 970km rail freight service from Cherbourg on France’s north-west coast to Bayonne near the...

IRU against artificially boosting demand for zero-emission vehicles

The International Road Transport Union (IRU) is against the idea of artificially boosting demand for zero-emission vehicles through mandatory purchasing targets for private fleet owners. The European Commission’s dialogue on the Greening Corporate Fleets initiative is investigating ways to stimulate the uptake of zero-emission vehicles, including the possibility of artificially...

Cork City Council leads the way In Electric Vehicle adoption

Geotab, a global leader in connected transportation solutions, has aunched its third annual analysis into local authorities’ adoption rates of Electric Vehicles (EVs). This year’s research has revealed that Cork City Council has electrified more of its fleet (25%) compared to any of its peers across the country, with 80...

Descartes launches MacroPoint™ FraudGuard 2.0

Descartes Systems Group, a global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, has released Descartes MacroPoint™ FraudGuard 2.0, the latest advancement in freight fraud technology designed to help shippers, freight brokers, and third-party logistics providers (3PL) safeguard their business against increasingly sophisticated fraud and cargo theft schemes. With new capabilities...

Phase 2 of Road Safety Strategy unveiled

Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien, Minister of State with responsibility for Road Safety, Seán Canney, and Minister of State with responsibility for Rural Transport, Jerry Buttimer, have published the Phase 2 Action Plan, which represents the next stage in implementation of the Government’s Road Safety Strategy 2021-2030, The primary aim...

RHA concerned over lack of HGV parking

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is concerned there won’t be sufficient HGV parking facilities built in support of Amazon’s four new fulfilment centres in the UK. Sites in Hull and Northampton will open in the next twelve months with two more due to be completed in east Midlands in 2027....

DHL opens new facility in Dublin

DHL Supply Chain has opened a new multi-user facility in Dublin, as part of the €637 million investment into the UK & Ireland region. The site is optimised for customers in the technology, life sciences and healthcare sectors, and delivers a range of specialist services. These sectors are growing at...

Changes to the London Lorry Control Scheme

Irish hauliers have been advised that changes have been made to the London Lorry Control Scheme (LLCS), which restricts HGV movements to reduce noise at night and weekends in the capital. Hauliers won’t have to seek permission to use the Silvertown Tunnel and its direct access roads. Zero-emission, two-axle vehicles...

UK Department for Transport supports zero emission HGVs

The Department for Transport in the UK is supporting the uptake of zero emission commercial vehicles by providing £30 million in funding for the installation of HGV, van and coach charging infrastructure at depot sites throughout the UK. Fleet operators can apply for grants of up to £1 million to...

 Last call for Logistics Associate Apprenticeship

Only a few places remain in the Logistics Associate Apprenticeship (LAA) class starting this September at MTU Cork Campus. Join the growing community of 150+ Irish businesses already benefiting from this impactful programme — whether you’re looking to upskill existing staff or recruit new talent, now is the time to...

Finance Minister visits South Coast Logistics

Finance Minister, Paschal Donohoe has visited the Fermoy headquarters of South Coast, as the company celebrates 50 years in business. The Minister received a full tour of the facility and was briefed on the company’s logistics services and its contribution to the Irish economy over the past five decades. Founded...

New EV Fleet Assessment Scheme now open

The EV Fleet Assessment Grant is a government-funded support scheme that helps businesses explore the transition to electric vehicles (EVs). The scheme offers financial support for an independent fleet assessment carried out by a qualified energy advisor. The assessment provides: A detailed review of your existing fleet, including mileage and...

Rosslare Europort receives European Commission funding

The European Commission Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) has confirmed it will fund a joint programme between Rosslare Europort and Port of Dunkirk. This will include the extension and upgrade of Berth 3 at Rosslare Europort to accommodate larger vessels, and key emission-reducing port infrastructure, including berth development and Roll-on Roll-off...

Grants up to €10,000 for renewable gas vehicles

Gas Networks Ireland is now accepting applications for the GRAZE Vehicle Grant Scheme. The GRAZE Vehicle Grant Scheme has been created to assist Irish fleet operators and hauliers in funding the transition to cleaner gas vehicles. Switching from diesel to compressed natural gas (CNG) reduces carbon emissions by up to...