SureCam, the video telematics and fleet safety technology specialist, has launched a next-generation, multi-view dashcam solution to deliver combined 360° visibility and AI-powered insights for commercial fleets. SureCam Vantage will provide up to six synchronised views around the vehicle to help meet regulatory requirements and reduce on-road risk. “A growing...
Stena Connecta, the latest purpose-built freight vessel commissioned by Stena Line for the Irish Sea has arrived in Belfast Harbour and is due to go into commercial service on the Belfast-Heysham route on 23rd January 2026. The ship joins its sister vessel Stena Futura which went into service on the...
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has launched the RHA Van Standard, a new best-practice compliance guide designed to support van operators navigating an increasingly complex regulatory environment. The guidance is aimed at businesses operating goods vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes gross vehicle weight, including operators who may primarily run HGV...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) will continue to lobby for the reform and restructuring of the Road Safety Authority (RSA), HGVIreland.com can confirm. The IRHA has called for reform of the Driver CPC, driver testing regime, road safety measures and vehicle testing. The Association has also called on Minister...
The UK’s transport and logistics industry is facing mounting pressures – from chronic driver shortages and widening skills gaps to rising stress levels and persistent road safety risks. In response, a new national event – the ClearMinds ClearRoads Conference – has been launched to bring together industry leaders, transport managers,...
How can data and digital technology improve freight connectivity in the North West of Ireland? 📊Almost a quarter ( 24.2%) of freight vehicle kilometres in Ireland are empty runs, highlighting a significant inefficiency in the freight transport system. ATU PhD researcher Kithmini Gamage shared this insight on improving freight connectivity...
The Simplicity Group has become a member of Freight Transport Association (FTA) Ireland. Writing on its Linkedin.com profile, the company said: “FTA Ireland membership reflects our commitment to supporting the transport and logistics industry through best practice, compliance, and continuous improvement.” “Being part of FTA Ireland means staying closely aligned...
Queclink Wireless Solutions has been ranked third in Berg Insight’s Global Aftermarket Vehicle Telematics Hardware Market report following a strong year of sales growth, expanding international reach and product development. According to the findings, the company has achieved a market share of 2.9%, with 73 million telematics units shipped worldwide....
DX and Rhenus Logistics have agreed a strategic partnership that will see DX assume responsibility for Rhenus’s two-person home delivery services in the UK and Ireland. Under the terms of the new agreement, DX will become the exclusive delivery partner for Rhenus’s European Home Delivery proposition across the UK and...
2025 was another record year for Stena Line freight volumes on its three Belfast services with growth of 1.0% increasing volumes to almost 600,000 freight units shipped from Belfast to Cairnryan, Liverpool (Birkenhead) and Heysham. The record freight volumes were set in the year Stena Line marked 30th years of...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has threatened to mount “crippling public protests” unless government tackles spiralling costs hitting the haulage industry. The IRHA has claimed that haulage operators “are being driven off the road by new punishing government imposed fuel taxes, higher tolls, new port charges, transport charges and...
With icy conditions already gripping the country and snow forecast in parts, motorists, including hauliers, are being urged to take extra care on Irish roads. Driving in snow and ice requires preparation, patience and practicality to keep all road users safe. Carzone, Ireland’s most trusted motoring marketplace, has compiled essential...
Grants of up to €8,000 towards an Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) EV Fleet Assessment are still available to large enterprises, SMEs, and semi-state bodies seeking to decarbonise their fleet but unsure where to begin. Electrifying your fleet can significantly reduce your organisation’s carbon footprint and lower operational costs....
Queclink Wireless Solutions has been ranked third in Berg Insight’s Global Aftermarket Vehicle Telematics Hardware Market report following a strong year of sales growth, expanding international reach and product development. According to the findings, the company has achieved a market share of 2.9%, with 73 million telematics units shipped worldwide....