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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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Queclink launches solar-powered asset tracker for trailers and containers

Queclink Wireless Solutions has introduced a solar-powered asset tracker that has been specifically developed for cross-border road and intermodal transport operations, addressing the evolving needs of the international freight marketplace. The cutting-edge device – suitable for non-powered trailers and containers – can operate autonomously for up to 10 years without...

RHA makes recommendations on GB-NI trade

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has outlined its key recommendations to the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland on moving goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

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New DHL sustainability partnership to decarbonise freight of medicines

Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease and DHL Global Forwarding Freight have announced a new partnership to commence Ireland’s first sustainable fuel deliveries using Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (HVO) for the pharmaceutical industry.

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New BioCNG refuelling station in Kildare

Gas Networks Ireland has opened a new BioCNG (Bio Compressed Natural Gas) refuelling station at Junction 14 on the M7 motorway in Kildare, marking a major milestone in Ireland’s journey toward decarbonising its commercial transport sector, which is responsible for up to 20 per cent of the country’s transport emissions.

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Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 named International Truck of the Year 2025

The Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 has been named the International Truck of the Year 2025.

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Euro NCAP begins new truck safety testing

Testing has started in labs across Europe as Euro NCAP’s Truck Safe programme gets underway.

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New online service simplifies transfer of vehicle ownership

The Minister of State with special responsibility for International and Road Transport and Logistics, James Lawless, today launched the new Online Change of Vehicle Ownership service. This e-government service allows private (non-trade) vehicle owners to transfer vehicle registration to another private owner, entirely online.

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