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Ireland’s transition to electric trucks is being held back by inadequate charging infrastructure and high purchase costs, according to the Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA). Speaking to RTÉ, IRHA President Ger Hyland said the association supports moving away from diesel but believes current targets cannot be achieved without substantial improvements...
A pioneering road safety initiative in Italy is demonstrating how practical, hands-on training can help HGV drivers, transport operators and other industry professionals reduce risks and improve safety across the heavy-duty transport sector. The Safer Truck initiative, developed by Efficient Driving Enterprise in Italy, has been recognised by the European...
Winter safety starts before a truck leaves the yard. For Irish hauliers, preparation, realistic schedules and clear communication help manage the risks from ice, heavy rain, strong winds and reduced visibility. Check the weather along the entire route. Review Met Éireann warnings, road conditions and ferry updates before departure. Set...
Keeping up with the issues affecting Irish haulage takes time. Our new 20-second promotional reel highlights a simple way to stay informed: the free HGVIreland.com weekly newsletter. Delivered to your inbox every Friday, the newsletter brings together news on fuel costs, tolls, ferry connections, compliance and developments across Ireland, the...
Jayserv, a mechanical and electrical contractor, has adopted an advanced video telematics solution from SureCam to help protect its team of engineers who operate across the Southeast of England. The company has installed SureCam’s front and rear dashcam solution on its fleet of 10 vans, giving it greater visibility of...
Irish hauliers travelling through north-west England are being advised to prepare for further disruption on the M6 motorway, with National Highways confirming an extensive resurfacing programme between junctions 16 and 19 that will continue until summer 2027. The works, which began on 14 October 2026, cover a strategically important section...
Logistics UK is set to highlight the vital contribution of the logistics industry to Northern Ireland’s economy when it hosts its Nothing Moves Without Logistics reception at the Northern Ireland Assembly on Thursday, 19 November. The event, taking place in Room 115 of Parliament Buildings, Stormont, from 1.30pm to 3.30pm,...
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