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Rosslare Europort targets health and safety with Camera Telematics

A fleet of 20 terminal tractors has been fitted with an advanced multi-camera system to mitigate risk and improve safety at Rosslare Europort, the primary Irish port serving mainland Europe. Port operator, Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail, has teamed up with Camera Telematics to develop and roll-out the camera solution as...

Goodyear participating at IAA Transportation 2024

Goodyear is participating in IAA Transportation 2024, the leading international platform for logistics, commercial vehicles, and the transport sector, held in Hannover from September 17th to 22nd, 2024. Visitors can find Goodyear in Hall 21, Stand B38.

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Farmers and motorists urged to share the road safely

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the Irish Farmers Association (IFA) are appealing to motorists to take extra care as the number of tractors, trailers and other farm machinery using the roads increases during the summer season.

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EU increases truck parking funding in response to industry calls

Truck drivers in the EU can expect a much-needed improvement in rest facilities. The European Commission has announced an additional EUR 60 million funding allocation to build and upgrade secure parking areas.

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New trucks must be fitted with advanced safety systems

New trucks, vans and cars manufactured in Europe, after July 5 must be fitted with a range of of advanced safety systems, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has confirmed. The move comes with the implementation of an EU regulation which aims to significantly reduce deaths and serious injuries on roads...

FTA Ireland report a reference for commercial fleet operators

FTA Ireland’s report ‘Decarbonising the Road Freight Sector Ireland’ can be used as a reference for commercial fleet operators to reaffirm that change is necessary, highlighting the options available to them., according to FTA Ireland, CEO Aidan Flynn.

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Irish projects set to receive more than €112 million in funding

Two Irish projects and three multi-country projects involving Irish partners have been selected to receive funding from the EU’s Connecting Europe Facility for Transport (CEF Transport).

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New warehousing at Sligo Haulage & Distribution

Sligo Haulage & Distribution Ltd is now receiving loads at its new additional warehousing facility at its Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo site.

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MS Transport takes delivery of new Renault Trafic Red Exclusive

MS Transport Dublin has taken delivery of a new Renault Trafic Red Exclusive.

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ZeroMission secures £2.3 million investment to accelerate electric fleets

ZeroMission, the leading provider of an EV fleet management platform for commercial electric vehicles (EV’s), has announced new investment to continue its growth and expansion strategy. The round was co-led by European venture capital companies Delta Partners and Greencode with participation from Vireo Ventures and leading industry angel investors.

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BWG Foods takes delivery of Montracon double-deck trailer

BWG Foods has taken delivery of the first of three new Montracon Limited double-deck trailers from Setanta Vehicle Sales.

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Fleet operators must prioritise decarbonisation

Fleet operators must prioritise decarbonisation within their own businesses and understand the changes that must be made to future proof competitiveness. That’s the view of Aidan Flynn, CEO FTA Ireland.

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Diamond Trucks acquires Border Trucks

Diamond Trucks, the Renault Trucks dealer operating from two sites in Northern Ireland and Warrington, Cheshire, has acquired Border Trucks in Carlisle, the Renault Trucks sales and service dealership for the area bordering Scotland and England.

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TAPA EMEA launches truck Driver Security Guide

A new Driver Security Guide to increase the safety and security of truck drivers facing an escalation in criminal attacks in the Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) region has been launched by the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA).

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RSA launches new campaign aimed at dangerous driving behaviours

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has launched a new campaign aimed at raising awareness of dangerous driving behaviours on Irish roads.

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