• HGV Ireland - September 18, 2025

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Pall-Ex Group to showcase groundbreaking logistics division at Multimodal 2024

Pall-Ex, the UK’s leading palletised freight distribution network will officially launch its innovative third-party logistics (3PL) division, Pall-Ex Logistics to the freight and logistics community at Multimodal in June.

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Cemex unveils its first HVO-powered vehicle in the UK

Cemex has unveiled its first ever HVO-powered (Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil) vehicle in support of its Future in Action programme – which acts as the driver for Cemex to become a carbon net zero business by 2050.

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Why are truck parking spaces at a premium in Europe?

The European Commission is being urged to maintain a focused approach to certifying, upgrading, building, and funding safe and secure truck parking areas in the EU over the next three years, but why are truck parking spaces in Europe at a premium?

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Certa Ireland chooses DAF

Certa Ireland has taken delivery of a new DAF LF 290 4 x 2 rigid truck, which will be used for national distribution.

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Half of European truck operators can’t expand due to driver shortages

More than half of European trucking companies are unable to expand their business because they can’t find skilled workers due to the shortage of truck drivers, according to IRU’s 2023 study surveying over 1,000 European road goods transport operators.

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Hydrogen fuelled trucks offer a promising solution

Hydrogen-fuelled trucks offer a promising solution for reducing emissions and achieving sustainable transportation. While there are significant challenges to overcome, particularly regarding infrastructure and production costs, ongoing advancements and investments in hydrogen technology are likely to drive its adoption in the trucking industry.

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What are the benefits of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO)?

With more and more haulage operators switching to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to run their trucks, HGVIreland.com asked the question what are the benefits of this biofuel fuel over traditional fossil fuels such as diesel.

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Solving the customs conundrum for Irish businesses

According to the Central Statistics Office Ireland, exports to Great Britain were down by five percent to €1.2bn in February 2024 compared to the previous year.

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Schmitz Cargobull adds to Ireland team

Schmitz Cargobull has added strength and depth to its team in Ireland with the appointment of David O’Connor as Regional Sales Manager.

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Where have all the truck drivers gone?

The shortage of truck drivers in Europe, has become a significant issue over recent years. Here are some of the key factors contributing to this shortage:

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HGVs involved in 15 per cent of EU road fatalities

While trucks represent only 3 per cent of vehicles on Europe’s roads they are involved in almost 15 per cent of all EU road fatalities, recent road safety data has confirmed.

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An Post chooses Maxus eDeliver 3 vans

An Post has taken delivery of 75 eDeliver 3 vans from Harris Maxus.

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New unmarked HGV tractor unit will detect distracted driving

Gardai are taking roads policing to a new level with the addition of an unmarked HGV tractor unit.

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Impressive list of exhibitors confirmed for 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 and Sunday, 12th-13th October is now starting to resemble a “who’s who” of the CV aftermarket in Ireland.

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Mercedes-Benz Arocs Truck of the Week

This Mercedes-Benz Arocs, supplied by Kinahan Commercials is a worthy winner of our “Truck of the Week”.

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