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The European Commission is set to revise the so-called Roadworthiness Package with a view to enhancing road safety and embracing digital solutions, while avoiding unnecessary burdens for commercial road transport operators. The European Commission proposals aim to modernise EU legislation on periodic roadworthiness testing and technical roadside checks as well...
FTA Ireland, the group which represents the interests of the logistics industry across the country, has announced the appointment of Niall Cotton as its new interim Chief Executive. He is to replace outgoing Chief Executive Aidan Flynn, who is leaving the organisation after 14 years of dedicated service. Cotton was...
Smart Tachograph Version 2 units must be fitted to new trucks first registered since August 2023 and retrofitted to vehicles operating internationally. Trucks registered between 14th June 2019 and 31st December 2024, that were fitted with an analogue or digital non-smart tachograph had until the end of February 2025 top...
Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Testing (CVRT) stats show too many vans and commercial vehicles are failing because of tyres. The Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Testing (CVRT) regime is overseen by the Road Safety Authority (RSA). The CVRT ensures an optimum level of roadworthiness for vans and commercial vehicles on our roads. Statistics...
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has today launched a new TV-led advertising campaign that confronts the issue of drug-driving in Ireland. This latest initiative puts a spotlight on the serious and life-altering consequences of driving under the influence of drugs – including the loss of employment, restrictions on international travel,...
Transport Monitoring Solutions (TMS) has enhanced its range of DVS systems with the launch of an industry-first hybrid option that brings together the benefits of both radar and AI camera detection technologies. The advanced Progressive Safe System has been developed for those commercial vehicle operators that possess the highest...
Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and solutions, has expanded its vehicle camera offering with the introduction of a new driver monitoring tool that will support telematics-based road safety and fleet risk reduction applications. The window-mounted device is one of the most compact DMS (driver monitoring system)...
RSE (Ross-Shire Engineering), the specialist water treatment and clean energy solutions provider, has adopted an advanced dashcam solution from SureCam to help better manage and mitigate fleet risk. The devices have initially been installed on 42 recently-acquired vans that are part of the company’s 340-strong mobile workshop fleet with...
Ctrack has partnered with Artura to develop a telematics-enabled accident and repair solution that will enable fleets to streamline the claims process, reduce insurance costs and minimise vehicle downtime. It will bring together Ctrack’s leading dashcam technology with Artura’s rapid-response incident management system to create a single, integrated platform and...
The European Commission’s proposal for the revision of the Roadworthiness Package is a timely and necessary step to modernise outdated EU rules. It strikes a positive balance between enhancing road safety and embracing digital solutions, while avoiding unnecessary burdens for commercial road transport operators. The European Commission has tabled its...
As part of the company’s ongoing commitment to enhancing its facilities and services, Hannon Transport its expanding its Dublin depot at Blakescross. The construction work, which commenced earlier this year, is progressing well and is set to significantly enhance the company’s operational capabilities. This ambitious development forms a key part...
Hawthorn Logistics is recruiting for the Logistics Associate Apprenticeship. The apprenticeship at the company is an excellent opportunity for successful candidates to get a thorough grounding in the industry through on-the-job training in a busy working environment four days a week as well as classroom training from Technological University Dublin...
Poorly maintained roads in the UK are causing misery daily for road users, creating delays, diversions and adding to already high costs for businesses, according to the Road haulage Association (RHA). RHA Policy Lead, James Barwise said: “We need to see urgent action to find solutions. That means local authorities...
A road safety initiative co-ordinated by An Garda Síochána and the University of Limerick has led third-level students from across the country to highlight the lifelong and potentially devastating consequences of distracted driving among young people. The project, ‘Road Safety Reimagined’ was undertaken by more than 1,000 students from highlighting...
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