Do you know an individual or organisation that deserves recognition for their outstanding achievements, innovation, leadership, or contribution to the logistics, supply chain or transport industry? Now is the time to put them forward for an award! Nominations are now open for the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT)...
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is inviting nominations for the 2026 Leading Lights in Road Safety Awards, celebrating the individuals, organisations and communities making a significant contribution to improving road safety across Ireland. Now in their seventeenth year, the awards recognise outstanding efforts to promote safer roads through education, awareness...
If you work in the commercial vehicle, truck, trailer, transport or fleet sector, the CV Workshop EXPO, at the Simmonscourt, RDS, Dublin, on Saturday & Sunday 10-11th October, is an event you cannot afford to miss. Staged alongside the hugely successful Auto Trade EXPO, the CV Workshop EXPO brings together...
Ireland’s HGV aftermarket is entering a period of significant change. For decades, the formula was relatively straightforward: trucks needed servicing, mechanical repairs, tyres, brakes, batteries and replacement parts, while workshops relied on experienced technicians to keep them moving. That model is changing rapidly. Modern HGVs are becoming increasingly sophisticated, while...
Limerick-based waste management company Mr Binman has secured funding under the Government-backed GRAZE (Green Renewable Agricultural Zero Emissions) Vehicle Grant Scheme, supporting the continued expansion of its low-emission vehicle fleet. Funded through the Department of Climate, Environment and Energy’s Climate Action Fund, and administered by Gas Networks Ireland, the GRAZE...
William Townsend from Co, Wexford , has taken delivery of a new Scania tractor unit supplied by Garrett O Sullivan from Commercial Repair s Services , Dunshaughlin Co Meath. The new unit came fitted with: ✅roof position lights x5 ✅headboard ✅visor position lights ✅cat 2 warning lights ✅lower grill strip...
The winners of the 2026 Irish Logistics & Transport Awards have been announced. Since 2010, these awards have celebrated the ingenuity, resilience, and flexibility that define Ireland’s logistics and transport sector, and this year’s winners have raised the bar higher than ever across 21 categories. View the full list of...
A group of stakeholders are urging the European Commission to ensure continuity of EU funding for heavy-duty vehicle charging and hydrogen refuelling infrastructure, warning that a break in support in 2026–2027 would risk slowing the deployment of zero-emission vehicles. The International Road Transport Union (IRU), The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association...
The European Commission has presented the Automotive Package to support the sector’s efforts in the transition to clean mobility. It sets an ambitious yet pragmatic policy framework to ensure 2050 climate neutrality and strategic independence while providing more flexibility to manufacturers. It also responds to calls by EU industry to...
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has published a new report, Serious Injuries from Single-Cyclist Collisions in Ireland, which reveals a concerning upward trend in the number of cyclists sustaining serious injuries in crashes involving no other vehicles. The study draws on data from two complementary sources, RSA collision data...
ADTA, the driver training specialists, is looking to to recruit a part-time Trainer for Modules 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 for training in its Mullingar, Cavan and Carlow centres. Yvonne Sheehan of ADTA.ie commented: “ADTA prides itself on providing top-class professional training in a relaxed environment with personable...
The Premium Mercedes-Benz Actros ProCabin is a remarkable innovation in the world of trucks and it is available to see at MUTEC Mercedes-Benz. It’s combination of luxury and functionality makes it a game-changer. The comfort features like bunk beds, a fridge, and ambient lighting truly cater to the needs of...
Gardai are reminding HGV drivers of their responsibilities, wth regardd to overloading their vehicles following the detection of an eight wheeler tipper truck, which was 16 tonne over its legal laden weight. The roads policing unit in Kilkenny found that the lorry was 16 tonnes overweight after they inspected the...
Ballinlough Refrigeration has been recognised with the prestigious Ford Pro Convertor Award, becoming the first vehicle convertor in Ireland to achieve this status. The award highlights the company’s commitment to high-quality conversions and industry-leading processes on Ford Pro products. Mandy Dean, Commercial Vehicle Sales Director at Ford of Britain and...
M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy Road Project has been given the green light will immediately progress to the construction phase. The project involves the construction of approximately 11km of motorway from the N40 Bloomfield Interchange to Barnahely, with a 1.5km single carriageway protected road linking to the eastern side of Ringaskiddy....