Irish haulage and passenger transport operators seeking to appeal a Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) decision have until 12 noon on Wednesday, 4 November 2026 to submit their case. The appeals process is open to operators whose original RTSS application was refused or who did not receive support for one...
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has called for extended EU fuel-crisis support and enforceable 30-day payment terms, warning that rising diesel costs and overdue invoices are weakening transport operators’ finances. In an appeal to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, IRU is seeking a one-year extension of the...
European diesel supplies remain tight, but there is currently no physical shortage of the fuel, according to the European Commission. The distinction will offer some reassurance over availability, but it provides little comfort to Irish hauliers paying more than €2 per litre and attempting to price transport contracts in an...
Seven in ten European road transport operators say their customers are unwilling to pay more for greener freight services, raising serious questions about how the industry can finance its transition to low-emission transport. A new survey from the International Road Transport Union (IRU) and Trimble reveals that rising vehicle costs...
With diesel costs continuing to put pressure on haulage margins, maintaining correct tyre pressures across trucks and trailers could be one of the simplest and most cost-effective ways for operators to reduce fuel consumption, extend tyre life and improve vehicle safety. For Irish hauliers, fuel remains one of the biggest...
Hauliers whose Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) applications were refused, or who did not receive support for all vehicles included in their applications, can now lodge an appeal through the scheme’s online portal. The Department of Transport has confirmed that the deadline for appeals is noon on Wednesday, 4 November...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has urged hauliers to prioritise regular preventative maintenance checks, warning that minor defects can develop into breakdowns and unplanned vehicle downtime if left unresolved. In a LinkedIn post, the association highlighted the importance of recognising early warning signs and arranging maintenance before a problem...
Irish hauliers weighing up investment in zero-emission trucks need greater certainty on charging, operating costs and financial support, according to the priorities outlined in a new European Clean Trucking Alliance (ECTA) policy paper. The paper, Our Road to Zero-Emission Trucks, sets out the alliance’s blueprint for accelerating the transition to...
Irish hauliers collecting or delivering goods in Italy should check access to loading points and confirm delivery arrangements as protests over diesel costs continue to disrupt freight movements and food distribution. Reports from Italy on Wednesday, 21 October, indicate an uneven picture, with some blockades being removed while protests and...
Irish dangerous-goods hauliers should begin reviewing their operations ahead of ADR 2027, with the next edition of the international road transport rules scheduled to take effect on 1 January 2027. The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has directed operators to UNECE’s consolidated draft amendments, document ECE/TRANS/WP.15/274. For transport managers, the...
Irish hauliers refused support under the Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) need clarity on when they can appeal, what evidence they must provide and how quickly a successful challenge will lead to payment. The Department of Transport has confirmed that a separate appeals process will cover operators refused support for...
Businesses moving goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland can access a new version of the free Trader Support Service (TSS), with existing users due to transfer automatically by 20 October 2026. HM Revenue & Customs has published guidance explaining how businesses can register for the replacement service, which supports...
Irish hauliers face a difficult winter as sustained diesel costs and delayed customer payments put pressure on the cash needed to keep trucks moving. Recent Government support offers some relief, but the underlying challenge remains: operators must fund fuel, wages and vehicle costs while waiting to be paid for work...
HGV drivers, van drivers, couriers and transport operators across Ireland and the UK are being invited to help shape the development of a new transport and logistics application. Ireland-based SPM Consulting is seeking feedback from people working across the road transport and logistics sectors to identify the everyday challenges they...