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Van operators get Vansafe reminder

Van operators have been reminded to check out the Vansafe website, www.vansafe.ie for all matters relating to compliance.

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Formation of Road User Safety Forum

Minister of State with special responsibility for Road Safety, James Lawless has welcomed the formation of the Road User Safety Forum.

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FTA Ireland launches Manager’s Guide to Distribution Costs 2024

Now, more than ever, data and its effective use is at the heart of any successful business. And this is particularly true when it comes to the work of logistics businesses, which operate in one of the economy’s most competitive and fast-moving sectors.

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Industry and policymakers gather to shape the future of EU road transport

Industry leaders and Members of the European Parliament meet today to discuss and define the next steps for the EU commercial road transport sector.

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New BioCNG refuelling station on busy M7 motorway

Fitzpatrick’s SPAR Junction 14 has opened a new BioCNG (Bio Compressed Natural Gas) refuelling station on the very busy M7 motorway.

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CV Workshop EXPO this weekend

The CV Workshop EXPO open its doors on Saturday morning at 10.00am, at the RDS, Dublin, with a “who’s who” list of exhibitors from the Commercial Vehicle Aftermarket.

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Registration for LogisTYcs Skills Expo now open

Registration for the highly anticipatedExpo is NOW OPEN ‼ The event is a key component of the third Logistics and Supply Chain Skills Week, taking place in Ireland from March 31 to April 5, 2025.

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Postponement of eu entry and exit system good news for business says Logistics UK

Reports that the introduction of the European Entry and Exit System (EES) is to be delayed has been welcomed by business group Logistics UK. The system, which will see passengers fingerprinted on entry to the EU, was due to be introduced from 10 November but reports indicate this date has...

RSA calls for driver distraction to be stigmatised

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) today hosted its Annual International Road Safety Conference in Dublin Castle. This year’s theme was on ‘Driver Distraction’ and highlighted the urgent need for drivers to cut-out distractions while behind the wheel. It featured national and international experts on mobile phone usage and its impact...

New European Parliament backs road transport

The European Parliament has backed the road transport industry in a key vote, initiating negotiations on driving licensing and greening reforms.

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CV Workshop Awards regional winners announced

The prestigious CV Workshop Awards 2025 (Regional Winners) have been just been announced this afternoon.

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Auto Trade EXPO speakers announced

The speaker line-up for the Auto Trade EXPO, which takes place next weekend, 12-13th October at the RDS, Dublin has been announced with top talent from the UK and Ireland taking part.

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Operation IOMPAR goes lives using unmarked HGV

Gardai are now using an unmarked Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) to help reduce fatal and serious injury road traffic collisions.

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All roads will lead to the CV Workshop EXPO

All roads will lead to the CV Workshop EXPO, which will run alongside the Auto Trade EXPO at the RDS, Dublin on Saturday and Sunday, 12-13th October for what will be the biggest ever automotive and commercial vehicle aftermarket exhibition staged on the island of Ireland.

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Kerlev chooses Bridgestone

Kerlev Hire has fitted Bridgestone’s new Duravis Severe Duty tyres at McManus Tyres in Dundalk.

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