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Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to supporting Ireland’s road haulage industry, acknowledging the severe pressure operators have faced from rising fuel costs during 2026. Speaking at the Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) Annual Conference, Minister O’Brien described the haulage sector as the “backbone of Ireland’s supply...
Speaking at the Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) Annual Conference in Killarney on Saturday night, the Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Sean Canney praised the IRHA for its important role in shaping transport and freight policy and providing Government with constructive feedback on the challenges facing Irish...
Demand for qualified HGV drivers remains strong across Ireland, creating opportunities for people seeking a new career in transport, distribution and logistics. However, becoming a professional truck driver involves considerably more than learning how to handle a large vehicle. Drivers must understand road safety, load security, vehicle checks, tachograph rules...
HGV drivers remain essential to Ireland’s economy, transporting everything from food and fuel to construction materials, machinery and consumer goods. For qualified drivers, the sector offers a wide range of employment opportunities across general haulage, distribution, retail logistics, waste management, construction, agriculture, pharmaceuticals and international transport. What HGV driving jobs...
Westward Scania marked a major milestone as the main sponsor of the Irish Road Haulage Association’s Annual Conference in Killarney. The sponsorship comes as Westward Scania celebrates 50 years as the official Scania distributor in the Republic of Ireland, adding extra significance to its support for one of the most...
Becoming a professional HGV driver in Ireland involves considerably more than holding an ordinary car licence. Drivers must obtain the correct truck licence, meet medical standards and, in most cases, secure a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence before they can drive commercially. Whether you are considering a new career in...
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) and Transport & Environment (T&E) are calling on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to launch a strategic dialogue on heavy-duty vehicle decarbonisation. For Ireland, where road freight remains overwhelmingly dependent on diesel, the outcome could have major implications for hauliers, fleet operators...
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...
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