Sustainability may be in the title, but FTA Ireland’s Sustainable Transport Seminar 2026 will go far beyond decarbonisation. “The transport and logistics sector is facing challenges on multiple fronts. Rising operating costs, increasing regulation, digitalisation, driver recruitment and retention, insurance, road safety and compliance are all demanding greater attention from...
FTA Irel;and is calling for a balanaced policy approach from government, as fuel prices to continue to spiral. Ireland’s transport and logistics sector remains heavily dependent on fuel to keep goods and services moving across the economy. “Operators are facing a growing cost challenge as the Government considers the phased...
In a boost for the association, FTA Ireland’s Annual Sustainable Transport Seminar 2026, taking place on 16th September 2026 at The Johnstown House Hotel has been officially recognised as an Associated Event under Ireland’s EU Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026. Neil Cotton CEO FTA Ireland said...
FTA Ireland is hosting its annual Sustainable Transport Seminar 2026 on Wednesday 16th September, at The Johnstown Estate, Enfield, Co. Meath This key industry event will be focused on shaping the future of efficient and sustainable transport and logistics operations. The seminar will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and...
FTA Ireland recently spent four days with Dungarvan Transport delivering its Driver Assessor Training Programme. Trainer & Auditor, Richard Allen worked closely with three Dungarvan drivers, Vernon, Jan and Quan — a highly engaged group committed to strengthen safety, compliance and professional driving standards within their operation. With the support...
FTA Ireland has welcomed the announcement of a coordinated €220 million Government support package aimed at easing severe fuel cost pressures across road transport, agriculture and contracting services. The measures include the Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) and a new Fuel Support Scheme for farmers, agricultural and forestry contractors,...
Today’s fuel protests underline the very real pressures being experienced across Ireland’s transport and logistics sector, as well as other key parts of the economy, according to FTA Ireland. FTA Ireland says it fully recognises the level of concern among members. In recent weeks, operators have reported sharp increases not...
FTA Ireland has met with Dublin Port stakeholders to discuss and tackle key operational challenges affecting port efficiency. FTA Ireland representatives met with officials from the Dublin Port Company, the Department of Transport and other industry stakeholders recently. Niall Cotton CEO FTA Ireland said: “The discussion was practical, focused, and...
The current geopolitical situation in the Middle East is already having an impact on global fuel markets, with sharp increases already seen in domestic heating oil prices. And with the price of petrol and diesel experiencing notable increases in the past few days, FTA Ireland, which represents those responsible for...
FTA Ireland has congratulated the winners and finalists at the Irish Logistics & Transport Awards 2026 FTA Ireland was delighted to be part of the evening, and we were especially proud to see CEO Niall Cotton representing the Association on the panel discussions, alongside Keith Haugh (Primeline Group) and Ken...
FTA Ireland has held its first Council meeting of the year, which reinforced the importance of continued focus on compliance, governance, and practical best practice across the sector. Key speakers at the meeting were Colette Callanan, Road Transport Operator Licensing Division and Clare Lehane, Assistant Commissioner, Data Protection Commission Ireland....
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...
With a chronic HGV driver shortage and an aging driver cohort, FTA Ireland is leading the way in attracting new blood into the industry. In the first edition of the Roadway Ireland Podcast, Anna Gorecka, FTA Ireland course coordinator explains that the Commercial Driver Apprenticeship Programme in ATU Sligo is...
Freight Transport Association Ireland (FTAI) has launched its seventh annual Manager’s Guide to Distribution Costs (MGDC), a definitive benchmark for logistics leaders and service procurers seeking to understand the real cost drivers shaping Ireland’s supply chains in 2025. Speaking at today’s launch, FTA Ireland’s Chief Executive, Niall Cotton, said: “Cost...