Ireland’s hauliers need a firm commitment that the enhanced 12 cent per litre diesel rebate will continue beyond the end of 2026. The Government’s decision to retain the enhanced rebate until 31 December 2026 has provided some welcome relief to operators battling high diesel and operating costs. But another short-term...
Hauliers and road transport operators who have been asked to provide additional information under the Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) have been given more time to update their applications – but the deadline is now absolute. The Department of Transport has confirmed that affected applicants have until 12 noon on...
When Minister for Climate, Environment, Energy and Transport Darragh O’Brien addresses the Irish Road Haulage Association Annual Conference in Killarney this weekend, Ireland’s hauliers will be looking for more than another acknowledgement of the “important role” they play in the economy, writes John Loughran, Managing Editor, HGVIreland.com. They already know...
When Minister for Climate, Environment, Energy and Transport Darragh O’Brien addresses the Irish Road Haulage Association Annual Conference in Killarney this weekend, Ireland’s hauliers will be looking for more than warm words about the importance of the industry. They need answers. More importantly, they need action. The IRHA Annual Conference...
The major challenges facing Ireland’s road haulage industry will be brought directly to Government Ministers, TDs and MEPs when the Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) holds its Annual Conference in Killarney on 4th and 5th September. A strong political presence is expected at this year’s conference, providing licensed road haulage...
The operation of commercial vehicles is one of the most highly regulated industries in the economy. To help those operating these vehicles in Northern Ireland, Logistics UK’s highly respected annual Transport Manager conference returns to Belfast this autumn, helping operators to stay informed about current regulations, avoid penalties and maintain...
Irish road haulage accepts that transport must play its part in reducing carbon emissions. What the industry cannot accept is being progressively penalised for using diesel when, for many HGV operations, there is still no practical or commercially viable alternative, writes John Loughran. That is the challenge the Government must...
The countdown is on to the Irish Road Haulage Association’s Annual Conference and Dinner, which takes place at the Gleneagle Hotel in Killarney next weekend, Friday and Saturday, 4–5 September. One of the most important events in the Irish road transport calendar, the two-day conference will bring together hauliers, transport...
Ireland’s Transport Operations and Commercial Driving Apprenticeship Programme is continuing to provide an important new route into the haulage and logistics sector. The two-year “earn while you learn” programme combines full-time employment with academic study through ATU Sligo. Apprentices spend four days a week gaining practical experience with their employer...
The Department of Transport has outlined the eligibility criteria for the Road Transport Support Scheme (RTSS). The Road Transport Support Scheme (RTSS) will be available to both licensed road haulage operators and the own account sector, in respect of certain heavy goods vehicles (over 3,500kg) where the vehicle is used...
Breen Transport has taken delivery of two Mercedes-Benz Actros units, supplied by Somers Commercials, which will support the company’s nationwide overnight distribution operations. The fleet addition comprises two Actros 2535 rear steer and lift rigids, fitted with Fitzgerald bodies and Zepro cantilever tail-lifts, alongside a 2553 Actros GigaSpace ProCab tractor...
Fuel is one of the biggest operating costs for heavy goods vehicles, so even small improvements add up quickly. The key is combining smarter driving with good maintenance and planning. Driving habits make the biggest difference Smooth, steady driving saves more fuel than almost anything else. Harsh acceleration and braking...
Barrier-free tolling (also called open-road tolling or free-flow tolling) removes the need for vehicles to slow down, stop, and restart at toll plazas. For heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), that change has a surprisingly large impact on fuel use because of how much energy is involved in moving heavy loads. Here’s...
With diesel prices remaining stubbornly high, despite recent excise reductions, truck drivers are being urged to examine their driving style, in a bid to save fuel. Driving a truck more sustainably isn’t just good for the environment—it can also cut fuel costs and reduce wear on the vehicle. Here are...
FTA Ireland has welcomed the announcement of a coordinated €220 million Government support package aimed at easing severe fuel cost pressures across road transport, agriculture and contracting services. The measures include the Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) and a new Fuel Support Scheme for farmers, agricultural and forestry contractors,...