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Cost of CVRT set to increase

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has confirmed that the cost of putting a vehicle through the Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test will increase by 15 per cent, effective January 1.

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FTA Ireland nominates Danny Byrne for Seanad Eireann. 

FTA Ireland, the membership body which represents the interests of the logistics sector nationwide, is nominating Councillor Danny Byrne (Fine Gael) for election to the Industrial and Commercial Panel of Seanad Eireann.

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Former IRHA President elected new Ceann Comhairle of the 34th Dail

Independent TD, Verona Murphy, the former president of the Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has been elected as the new Ceann Comhairle of the 34th Dail.

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Driving home for Christmas??

As the winter season reaches its peak, premium tyre manufacturer, Continental Tyres, is advising drivers to make sure they are familiar with the requirements of driving in severe weather, in particular, as many motorists make plans for the big Christmas drive.

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IRU raises concerns over Greening of Corporate Fleets proposal

The International Road Transport Union (IRU), together with the Network for Sustainable Mobility, has raised serious concerns about the European Commission’s announced “Greening of Corporate Fleets” proposal.

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Derry Bros targets customs and international freight security and efficiency

Derry Bros’ customs clearance operation has achieved Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status, the internationally recognised standard that is designed to enhance cross-border supply chain security and support legitimate trade.

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Stena Line responds to extended Holyhead Port ferry berth closure

Holyhead Port will not be reopening for ferry services until at least 15 January 2025, port operators, Stena Line has confirmed.

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Ministers hold fresh talks with stakeholders to address Holyhead closure

Minister of State at the Department of Transport James Lawless met with road freight, logistics and supply chain stakeholders on Tuesday morning in ongoing efforts to find alternative means of getting the steady movement of goods and people between Ireland and the UK back on track in the wake of...

Ferry companies seek Holyhead alternatives

The port has been closed since it was damaged during Storm Darragh earlier this month and it is looking increasingly unlikely that it will reopen this side of Christmas.

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Holyhead closure could threaten Irish supply chain longer term says FTA Ireland

FTA Ireland (FTAI), the business group representing the interests of logistics businesses across the Republic and their customers, is urging the Irish government and ferry operators to find alternative routes for goods to protect the country’s supply chain in the run up to Christmas.

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Several European countries tighten winter truck tyre requirements

Several European countries are adjusting regulations regarding winter tyres and equipment for trucks this year, with Germany among the nations making changes.

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Insetting moves up Stena Line Freight agenda for 2025

Stena Line is reporting a significant increase in the number of customers expressing an interest in considering insetting options when it comes to their carbon emissions reduction strategies for 2025.

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Hauliers get weather advice as Storm Darragh approaches

Haulage operators are being that Storm Darragh with bring heavy wind and rain over the weekend.

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IRU welcomes progress on CountEmissionsEU proposal

The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has welcomed the joint vote by the European Parliament’s Committee on Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI) and Committee on Transport and Tourism (TRAN) to initiate negotiations on the CountEmissionsEU proposal.

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BWG Foods wins national SEAI Award

BWG Foods’ Logistics Division has been recognised by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) for exemplary performance and innovation in low emissions transport based around its extensive Transport Decarbonisation Project, which delivered a superior sustainable distribution operation in servicing its nationwide network of SPAR, EUROSPAR, MACE, Londis and XL...