The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has proposed solutions, which it says will strengthen Europe’s road transport workforce. The IRU unveiled the propsals in Brussels this week at the European Commission’s Implementation Dialogue on Fair Labour Mobility, which highlighted practical, future-oriented proposals to simplify the application of EU labour rules...
Stena Line has welcomed the first of its new hybrid freight ferries to Belfast Harbour. The multimillion-pound purpose-built Stena Futura will go into service on the freight-only Belfast to Heysham route on 22 September. The 147-metre Stena Futura will operate 12 sailings per week providing much needed additional freight capacity...
The Atlantic Technological University (Sligo) has extended a warm welcome to the latest chort of truck driving apprentices enrolled on its Transport Operations & Commercial Driving Apprenticeship. Over the coming months, the apprentices will gain hands-on experience, C & CE driving licences, industry knowledge, and professional skills that will help...
Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, has launched its smallest-ever GPS location device with the introduction of a real-time micro tracker for advanced warehouse and logistics applications. The GL30 possesses an ultra-compact and rugged design, multi-network connectivity, and enhanced location capabilities, making it ideal for...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has called for the abolition of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) saying it’s not fit for purpose. The call came at the IRHA Annual Conference in Galway at the weekend. IRHA President, Ger Hyland commented: “We need the Government to abolish and replace the...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) held its annual conference in Galway over the weekend and called on government to engage with the sector across a number of key areas. IRHA President Ger Hyland said the haulage industry was in crisis, and called for urgent intervention to assist the sector....
Daf Trucks Ireland is supporting its friend and and colleague Conal McCourt as he takes part in the Paris2Nice charity cycle this week, covering over 700km in six days, in aid of Together Academy. Together Academy is transforming the lives of people with Down syndrome through awareness, education and employment....
Barhale, the civil engineering, infrastructure and tunnelling specialist, has further strengthened its driver performance standards following the adoption of a video telematics solution from SureCam within its 300+ commercial fleet. Over the past 12 months, the company has recorded a 16% uplift in performance against key safety metrics. “We are...
Stena Line has announced a strategic restructuring of its Ports Leadership Team with the creation of a new Managing Director (MD) role for UK and Ireland Ports. The newly appointed MD, Sarah West, will join Stena Line in January 2026, bringing extensive experience and leadership to the role. This change...
Trucks that keep moving, are safe and deliver maximum uptime and productivity for their owners. This is what Volvo Trucks wants to achieve with its digital and connected services for customers. Heavy trucks of today are sophisticated vehicles filled with advanced software systems, similar to those in passenger cars. Connectivity...
Ireland’s top professional drivers are set to prove their expertise at the Irish Professional Driver Championships 2025, taking place on Saturday, 27th September at Naas Racecourse, Co. Kildare. Now in its third year, the championships will see Ireland’s finest go head-to-head not only with each other but also with an...
The European Commission Vice-President for Jobs and Skills, Roxana Mînzatu, visited several truck parking areas in Belgium this week to witness first-hand the extreme disparity in conditions, ranging from a state-of-the-art facility to a site lacking even basic services. The visit, initiated by the International Road Transport Union (IRU) and...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) is calling for a root and branch examination of the regulations that are preventing hauliers from recruiting HGV drivers and mechanics from overseas. IRHA President Ger Hyland told HGVIreland.com that urgent government reforms are needed to address red tape in bringing in drivers and...