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Blackout Technologies targets telematics-integrated mobile device blocking

Blackout Technologies has launched an updated version of its unique mobile device blocking technology that can be combined with leading fleet and video telematics systems to help eliminate smartphone distraction. This integrated approach is predicted to reduce collisions caused by illegal mobile phone usage by between 10 to 20 per...

FTA Ireland joins Welsh taskforce on Holyhead disruption

Business group FTA Ireland (FTAI) has been invited by the Welsh government to join its taskforce examining the disruption at Holyhead caused by storm damage to the port infrastructure, and identifying ways to minimise similar issues in the future. And as FTAI’s Chief Executive Aidan Flynn explains, it is essential...

Stellar insurance adopts SureCam video telematics

Stellar Insurance Reinstatement Services has teamed up with SureCam to roll out advanced video telematics across its fleet of 80 vans that operate across Scotland and the North of England. The two-camera solution is designed to help the property repair specialist to improve road safety, protect the welfare of drivers...

Registration now open for Logistics Associate Apprenticeship September 2025

Registrations for the LAA – Logistics Associate Apprenticeship September 2025 intake are now open If you are looking to start your career in logistics or upskill for career advancement with the LAA apprenticeship. With this award-winning programme, you earn while you learn, gain valuable work experience, study at TU Dublin...

Logistics and Supply Chain Skills Week on horizon

The third national Logistics and Supply Chain Skills Week (#LogisticsWeek) gets underway on Monday 31st March and will run through Saturday 5th April. Activities across the country include #LogisTYcs Skills Expo for second level students, career fairs, expert panel discussions, and workshops on green and digital skills. The key aim...

SDC Trailers continues partnership with Hyland Shipping

SDC Trailers is continuing its partnership with Hyland Shipping, who have taken delivery of this striking new Tri-axle Curtainsider Trailer. ? ⚙️ Complete with a tailored specification, this trailer boasts a host of premium quality features, designed to maximise their transport operations. Key features include: ➡ EN 12642-XL quality certification...

Minister closes penalty points loophole

Transport Minister, Darragh O’Brien has closed a loophole in legislation that allowed drivers who had accumulated penalty points and were due for a six-month disqualification toinstead receive an ‘ancillary’ disqualification for a shorter time. The amended provisions will come into effect on 31 March 2025. The Road Traffic Act 2024...

Meet Volvo’s new electric truck with 600 km range and superfast charging

Volvo Trucks is introducing its new heavy-duty electric flagship model with the potential to revolutionise long-haul truck transport. The new long-distance electric truck has a range of up to 600 kilometres and its batteries can be charged in 40 minutes. The Swedish manufacturer will formally launch and start taking orders...

Mulgrew Haulage expands fleet with 200 new SDC trailers

Mulgrew Haulage has expanded its fleet with 200 new SDC trailers, an order which showcases Mulgrew’s dedication to maintaining a high-quality fleet across Ireland and the UK while reinforcing its strong, long-standing partnership with SDC Trailers. The 4.6m tri-axle trailers are built to EN12642-XL quality standards and feature a custom...

Fox’s Burton’s Companies chooses Tiger Trailers

A fleet introduction debut that was four years in the baking, Fox’s Burton’s Companies (FBC) UK Limited has welcomed the first Tiger Trailers-manufactured vehicles to its fleet in the form of nineteen moving deck double decks and two single deck box vans, boasting mouth-watering full-wrap Maryland Cookies, Jammie Dodgers, and...

McCulla Ireland trials Carrier E-Cool fridge

McCulla Ireland is working with Carrier to trial and evaluate its E-Cool electric fridge. The trial forms part of McCulla’s ongoing testing of zero emission TRU’s as the company further enhances its low carbon transport solution across its transport and warehousing operations The trailer will operate on temperature controlled runs...

Stena Line partners with Norsepower on methanol hybrid RoRo vessel

Built by Jinling Weihai Shipyard in China, Stena Line;s new 147-metre vessel will feature two 28x4m Norsepower Rotor Sails™ (NPRS), projected to deliver up to 9 per cent fuel savings on the planned trade route. Scheduled for delivery to Stena Line from Stena RoRo in Q4 2025, the ship will...

Analogue and digital non-smart tachograph trucks run out of road

HGV operators who have yet to replace their analogue or digital non-smart tachograph on their vehicle, )typically first registered prior to 14th June 2019) have run out of road, CV Workshop Magazine can reveal. Operators were given until the end of December 2024 to fit a Smart Tachograph Version 2...

NextGear Capital partners with TradeBid for seamless dealer funding  

NextGear Capital, the UK’s leading wholesale funding specialist, has partnered with TradeBid, bringing flexible stock funding solutions to Ireland’s dealership network. TradeBid delivers an end-to-end car buying and selling solution, covering everything from sourcing stock to vehicle logistics. With the addition of NextGear Capital’s stock funding, TradeBid customers can enhance...

NI trade struggling to overcome Windsor Framework regulations

Northern Ireland’s trade with GB is struggling to overcome challenges posed by the regulations imposed by the Windsor Framework, according to Logistics UK. Giving evidence to the Northern Ireland Affairs Select Committee on the operation of the Windsor Framework, Logistics UK Head of Trade and Devolved Policy Nichola Mallon outlined...