Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce has been named in ARC Advisory Group’s Transportation Management Systems Global Market Research (2024 – 2029) report as the leading provider of software as a service (SaaS) and cloud-based hosting services for transportation management systems (TMS) and also...
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has made significant progress in reducing national driving test waiting times, surpassing its own mid-August target and moving closer to meeting its Service Level Agreement (SLA) goal. As of 14 August 2025, the average national waiting time for a driving test invitation has dropped to...
Manfreight has raised an incredible £5,000 for the Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice. Members of the Manfreight team took part in the 2025 Belfast City Marathon, raising an incredible £5,000 in the process. The Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice provides specialist care, comfort, and support to children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions,...
Dublin Port has played host to a freight delivery that’s more Rock ‘N’ Roll Star than your standard roll-on/roll-off. The iconic Oasis stage setup, fresh from Wembley, has arrived ahead of two massive shows at Croke Park this weekend. Stadium concerts are a major logistical operation. For major tours like...
Anyone responsible for keeping commercial vehicle fleets compliant, safe and efficient is urged to join Logistics UK this autumn for the 25th anniversary of its industry-leading series of Transport Manager conferences. With ten events taking place across the country plus a virtual event, the conferences provide operators with the latest...
The logistics and freight sector is at a critical juncture facing rising costs, urgent decarbonisation targets, and a growing skills shortage. In its latest pre-budget submission, FTA Ireland has outlined key policy recommendations to help future-proof the sector while supporting climate goals and economic resilience. Top Priorities: ✅...
Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, will be addressing the importance of an effective fleet data strategy at the Telematics & Connected Mobility Conference in Vilnius, Lithuania. The company’s UK Sales Director, Vernon Bonser, will join a panel of industry experts for the discussion –...
ADTA, the driver training specialists, is looking to to recruit a part-time Trainer for Modules 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 for training in its Mullingar, Cavan and Carlow centres. Yvonne Sheehan of ADTA.ie commented: “ADTA prides itself on providing top-class professional training in a relaxed environment with personable...
Hosted by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) the Decarbonising Transport Conference and Exhibition takes place on Tuesday 9th of September 2025 in The Johnstown Estate, Enfield, County Meath. Speakers will consist of policy makers, exemplars from both business and public sectors and an expert panel discussion to close....
Retail giant Penneys have unveiled a fresh fleet of 11 newly branded Penneys trailers across Ireland. Wrapped in the iconic phrase “Thanks hun, Penneys!” these trailers will bring a fun new look to the brand’s logistics operation – delivering the products customers love to many of its stores nationwide. The...
MotorTron Limited, the fleet management solution specialists, offers a few tips on keepting your fleet safe and compliant on the road. Creating a vehicle safety checklist isn’t just best practice, it’s essential for compliance, security, and driver safety. According to the Road Safety Authority (RSA): “Drivers should carry out a...
HGV operators involved in international transport must replace their analog, first-generation digital, or first-generation intelligent (G2V1) tachographs with second-generation intelligent (G2V2) devices by Monday 19th August. Carriers who delay modernization risk not only penalties but also serious operational difficulties. According to EU Regulation 2020/1054, from August 19th, 2025, all heavy...
CERTA Ireland has reported that HVO fuel is now available at its facility in Greenogue Business Park, Rathcoole, Dublin. Greenogue customers are now able to fill up with this renewable diesel alternative designed to cut carbon by up to 90 per cent without reducing performance. Whether you’re operating a large...
For commercial fleets across the globe, transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs) is no longer in the realm of experimentation; it’s now a mission-critical priority, writes Gary Taylor, Vice President of Fleet Solutions in EMEA, Descartes And with regulatory deadlines approaching and pressure from customers and stakeholders alike increasing, fleet operators...