As part of its contribution to a world-wide programme on the part of Mercedes-Benz to mark the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Sprinter van, Commercial Vehicles Sales Manager, Fergus Conheady, and his team at Naas Road, Dublin have heard from two dedicated Sprinter owners “whose experiences and enthusiasm...
A new EU-funded mobile cargo scanner will increase the capacity for transporting goods through the border crossing point in Krakovets-Korczowa at the Polish-Ukrainian border. Valued at approximately €2.5 million, the donation is part of the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes, an initiative to establish new and improved transport routes in response to...
SureCam, the leading provider of video telematics solutions, has launched a mobile app as part of its AI-powered coaching system to help drivers better understand their performance behind the wheel and target road safety improvements. The sophisticated communication tool will provide automated coaching workflows – with personalised remediation and escalation...
Swedish ferry company, Stena Line is investing £17 million into developments at the 12 Quays Terminal in Birkenhead to future proof the operations by increasing freight parking capacity and improving traffic flow. The 12 Quays Terminal in Birkenhead has become a key hub for Stena Line. In February 2024, Stena...
Kuehne+Nagel, P&O Ferries and Renault Trucks, have partnered to successfully transport the first heavy-duty electric truck carrying freight across the English Channel via ferry. The route spanned from Dover to Calais, with the vehicle completing its journey at a Kuehne+Nagel depot in France before returning to the UK—marking a milestone...
Geotab Inc. and its affiliates (“Geotab”), a global leader in connected transportation solutions, and Vitality, have formed a joint venture to improve driver safety and well-being, reduce risk and support better road safety, bringing together telematics data with behavioural science, in what it describes as a first-of-its-kind solution. Through the...
Derry Bros has automated the creation of Common Health Entry Documents (CHEDs) to streamline the customs requirements for the movement of live animals, animal products, high-risk food and feed, and certain plant products. The company has used advanced Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and AI technology to enable this groundbreaking...
Polar Ice has successfully retained its TruckSafe Gold and Green Standards following a recent audit. This achievement reflects the company’s unwavering commitment to road safety, environmental sustainability, and operational excellence. A company spokes person commented: “We have aligned our transport operations to the FTA Ireland TruckSafe standard since 2019. Achieving...
As the EU looks to strengthen working conditions, invest in skills, and modernise infrastructure, the International Road Transport Union (IRU) and UNTRR met EU Executive VP Roxana Mînzatu to discuss practical solutions for drivers and operators. In a high-level meetin, the IRU, its member the National Union of Road Hauliers...