The Department of Transport will provide over €1.5 billion in exchequer funding for national, regional and local roads in 2026. This represents a 13% increase in road funding over 2025. The almost €800 million allocation for national roads includes: €659 million in exchequer capital funding through Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII)...
Volvo’s gas-powered trucks are growing in volume as more markets are embracing alternative fuels that enable significant reduction of CO2 emissions. 2025 was Volvo’s best sales year ever for trucks powered by gas thanks to leading products and the favourable supply and cost of fuel. Volvo Trucks has now delivered...
Transport and logistics operate as a connected system rather than isolated sectors. Road haulage, ports, shipping and distribution rely on coordination and shared responsibility. Safety plays a critical role in keeping this system moving. When safety standards vary between environments, risk increases. Consistent training helps bridge those gaps and supports...
The Mercedes-Benz Actros turns 30 this year, marking three decades of shaping modern transport. Since its premiere at the IAA Commercial Vehicles in 1996, it has introduced innovations that continue to influence drivers and logistics worldwide. Celebrating this milestone highlights the lasting impact of a truck that has defined long-distance...
Truck & Bus Inspection Week draws to a close across Europe on Sunday 15th February folloowing week-long roadside checks across the Continent. Police and enforcement agencies carried out targeted roadside checks on HGVs and coaches, focusing on: drivers’ hours and rest times, tachograph compliance, driver and vehicle documentation, load securing...
The Irish Exporters Association is running upcoming training programmes that are designed for professionals who want to stay ahead in an evolving global trade landscape. From mastering post-Brexit customs procedures to understanding sustainability in supply chains, the IEA has you covered with expert-led, practical training that you can apply immediately....
War-torn Ukraine Ukraine has adopted EU rules on drivers’ working time and the obligation to use G2V2 smart tachographs in international transport. The new rules include driving and rest standards, a ban on regular weekly cabin rest, and expanded data recording and storage obligations. The changes will come into force...
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) in the UK is calling for a professional drivers’ exemption for UK hauliers, as European Commission acknowledges 90/180 challenges. The RHA is calling on the UK Government to strike a deal with their EU counterparts for a professional drivers’ exemption that would mean lorry and...
Peter Burke T.D., Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment was at Dublin Port on Wednesday to mark the delivery of new cold chain infrastructure. The Port has signed an eight-year licence agreement with Doyle Shipping Group (DSG) to operate new reefer gantries positioned on four purpose-built steel frames at the...
Circle K has marked the official opening of seven newly rebranded Circle K locations in Airside, Rolestown, Dodder, Kilmore, Balbriggan, Skerries in Co. Dublin and Batterstown in Co. Meath, following the acquisition of these sites from The PELCO Group. This forms part of its continued investment in business development, local...
Switching to Bio-CNG is easier than you think — with the GRAZE Vehicle Grant, financial support is available to help fleets make the transition. The GRAZE Vehicle Grant, administered by Gas Networks Ireland, supports the purchase of new Bio-CNG trucks for businesses registered in Ireland: · Up to €10,000 per...
EU Transport Committee MEP, Cynthia Ní Mhurchú, recently highlighted significant increases in drug driving figures across most Garda districts in Ireland. The MEP has followed this with an analysis of the number of drink and drug driving checkpoints Gardaí conducted across every district in the country. Figures taken from the...