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Irish driving qualification training offered to Ukrainian drivers

New regulations have been announced which allow holders of Ukrainian bus and truck driving licences to work professionally in Ireland.

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Longer lorries roll out on UK roads

Longer lorries will be introduced to GB roads to deliver on the Government’s priority to grow the economy, boost productivity, slash road emissions, and support supply chains.

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Stena Line boosts freight capacity on Irish Sea

Two all-new hybrid propulsion vessels designed to run on methanol and adding 80% capacity on the Belfast-Heysham route will respond to increasing customer demand for capacity and sustainability performance. Construction of the NewMax vessels will begin shortly with launch on the Irish Sea in 2025.

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Win a Scania Truck Jacket

It’s competition time at HGVIreland.com, and there’s a Scania truck jacket up for grabs.

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Professional Cyclist Imogen Cotter Launches new safety campaign

Professional Cyclist, Imogen Cotter, who was seriously injured in a head on collision in January 2022, is calling on motorists to slow down and share the roads safely with people cycling as part of a new safety campaign being led by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and Škoda Ireland.

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Actros is Top choice for Reynolds Logistics  

Top Oil products distributor Reynolds Logistics has welcomed some new additions to their fleet of commercial vehicles in the form of 11 new Mercedes-Benz heavy-duty Actros trucks.

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TTW launches big recruitment drive

Truck and Trailer Works (TTW), the one stop shop for trailer repairs, maintenance and refurbishment is seeking to hire a number transport refrigeration engineers, tail lift engineers, trailer fitters, HGV mechanics, LGV mechanics and service advisors in a massive recruitment drive.

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Gas Networks Ireland and Circle K now offering carbon neutral fuel for HGVs  

Gas Networks Ireland and Circle K have taken another step forward in reducing emissions from Ireland’s transport industry – one of the most difficult industries to decarbonise.

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Dixon International set to recruit apprentices

Dixon International Logistics is looking to recruit three apprentices under the LAA programme for the academic term beginning September 2023.

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New demo fleet at Setanta Vehicle Sales

Setanta Vehicle Sales has launched the first of its 2023 demo fleet with its new 6×2 T-High turbo compound .

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European road freight rates fall

The Upply x Ti x IRU European road freight rates index for Europe shows that both spot and contract rates are falling q-o-q, dropping by 7.5 and 2.8 points, respectively.

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DPD Ireland set to recruit apprentice drivers

DPD Ireland is now recruiting for Transport Operations & Commercial Driving Apprenticeship for September 2023.

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HGV drivers get fatigue warning

HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) drivers have been warned to be aware of the factors that can cause driver fatigue and to take steps to manage their fatigue levels ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend.

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TruckSafe™ drivers culture of professionalism

FTA Ireland’s TruckSafe™ standard is driving a culture of professionalism and compliance that is supporting the integrity of the haulage and own account distribution services in Ireland, according to FTA Ireland CEO, Aidan Flynn. TruckSafe™ audits operational compliance in the areas of road safety, haulage operations, roadworthiness, working time and...

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Cubo launches City Smart Pro

Blind spot detection came into sharp focus on the Cubo stand at the recent CV Show in Birmingham, where the company launched its City Smart Pro system.

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