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Seven in ten European road transport operators say their customers are unwilling to pay more for greener freight services, raising serious questions about how the industry can finance its transition to low-emission transport. A new survey from the International Road Transport Union (IRU) and Trimble reveals that rising vehicle costs...
With diesel costs continuing to put pressure on haulage margins, maintaining correct tyre pressures across trucks and trailers could be one of the simplest and most cost-effective ways for operators to reduce fuel consumption, extend tyre life and improve vehicle safety. For Irish hauliers, fuel remains one of the biggest...
Hauliers whose Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) applications were refused, or who did not receive support for all vehicles included in their applications, can now lodge an appeal through the scheme’s online portal. The Department of Transport has confirmed that the deadline for appeals is noon on Wednesday, 4 November...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has urged hauliers to prioritise regular preventative maintenance checks, warning that minor defects can develop into breakdowns and unplanned vehicle downtime if left unresolved. In a LinkedIn post, the association highlighted the importance of recognising early warning signs and arranging maintenance before a problem...
Irish hauliers weighing up investment in zero-emission trucks need greater certainty on charging, operating costs and financial support, according to the priorities outlined in a new European Clean Trucking Alliance (ECTA) policy paper. The paper, Our Road to Zero-Emission Trucks, sets out the alliance’s blueprint for accelerating the transition to...
Irish hauliers collecting or delivering goods in Italy should check access to loading points and confirm delivery arrangements as protests over diesel costs continue to disrupt freight movements and food distribution. Reports from Italy on Wednesday, 21 October, indicate an uneven picture, with some blockades being removed while protests and...
Irish dangerous-goods hauliers should begin reviewing their operations ahead of ADR 2027, with the next edition of the international road transport rules scheduled to take effect on 1 January 2027. The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has directed operators to UNECE’s consolidated draft amendments, document ECE/TRANS/WP.15/274. For transport managers, the...
Irish hauliers refused support under the Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) need clarity on when they can appeal, what evidence they must provide and how quickly a successful challenge will lead to payment. The Department of Transport has confirmed that a separate appeals process will cover operators refused support for...
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