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Stena Line to increase capacity on Stena Forerunner and Foreteller

On behalf of Stena Line, Stena RoRo has signed a conversion contract with China Merchants Jinling (Weihai) Shipyard for the installation of an additional cargo deck, increased thruster capacity and preparations for shore power onboard the Stena Foreteller and Stena Forerunner.

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Toga Freight Services acquires London based Irish Sea Logistics Ltd

Dublin headquartered Toga Freight Services Ltd has acquired the equity of Irish Sea Logistics Ltd, a London based freight forwarder. The deal represents the second acquisition by Toga Freight Services Ltd in 2024.

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McCulla Ireland bolsters fleet with Schmitz Cargobull

McCulla Ireland, the cold-chain storage and transport specialist, has bolstered its fleet with the addition of 33 new S.KO COOL SMART refrigerated semi-trailers.

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RHA welcomes truckstop improvement funding

The Department for Transport in the UK has confirmed that truckstop operators in England will be able to bid for up to £315,000 each to improve facilities.

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New Mercedes-Benz Vito arrives

Another Mercedes-Benz newcomer – this time in the shape of their popular mid-size Vito van – has arrived on the Irish market, brim-full of premium fitments and all-inclusive high-tech features.

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Pall-Ex Ireland launched

The Pall-Ex Group has partnered with Ace Express Freight to launch a significant new network in the Republic.

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RSA says its Time to Talk

Ahead of the Bank Holiday Weekend, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) is appealing to road users to consider the devastating consequences of dangerous driving habits in its new campaign “Time to Talk”.

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Mercedes-Benz expands CV sales team 

Naas Road-based Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles dealership MUTEC has strengthened its sales team with the appointment of Fran Read as commercial vehicle sales specialist.

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Why vendor financial models matter for route planning viability

Most distribution companies keep their route planning solution for 15 – 20 years before replacing it. Today, more so than ever before, within that timeframe businesses, industries, economies and technologies undergo significant change. Distribution business models need to ensure they change in step, which in turn means their route planning...

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If you are looking to advertise your business, products or services to the Irish haulage industry, look now further than the HGVIreland.com weekly newsletter.

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EU member states to step up cooperation in road safety bid

EU member states are stepping up cooperation in the cross-border investigation of traffic offences to help prevent reckless driving while abroad.

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New TPMS rules set to take effect in July

New legislation applicable to Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) will come into effect across Europe from 7th July. The new law outlines the minimum operating standard for TPMS devices, including the data that’s displayed to drivers in real-time.

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Dennis Tetzlaff appointed Chief Operating Officer Fleet at Stena Line

Dennis Tetzlaff has been appointed Stena Line’s new Chief Operating Officer Fleet and part of the group management team.

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Impressive list of exhibitors at CV Workshop EXPO

The list of exhibitors attending the CV Workshop EXPO, which takes place alongside the Auto Trade EXPO at the RDS, Dublin on Saturday & Sunday 12-13th October is now starting to resemble a “who’s who” of the CV aftermarket in Ireland.

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Pinpointers enhances fleet and video telematics offering  

Pinpointers, a leading provider of vehicle tracking and video telematics solutions, has expanded its hardware partnership with Queclink Wireless Solutions. The latest agreement will cover the provision of the recently launched CV200 smart dashcam, enhancing the company’s fleet proposition with a highly flexible, all-in-one camera and tracking device.

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