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Motorists urged to plan ahead this St. Patrick’s Day

As people across Ireland prepare to celebrate St Patrick’s Day, motorists are being urged to plan ahead and never drive after drink or drugs. The message was highlighted by the Road Safety Authority, Minister of State Jerry Buttimer TD and An Garda Síochána at the 2026 National Safer Roads Road...

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Logistics and Supply Chain Skills Week on the horizon

Ireland’s Logistics and Supply Chain Skills Group (LSCSG) is excited to unveil its 4th Logistics and Supply Chain Skills Week (#LogisticsWeek), launching on 16 April 2026, in conjunction with Europe’s 19th Supply Chain Day. The key aim of the Logistics Week is to promote careers and educational opportunities in the...

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Registrations open for Logistics Associate Apprenticeship

Registrations for the Logistics Associate Apprenticeship (LAA) September 2026 intake are now open. Are you looking to kick-start your career in logistics or take the next step toward career progression with the award-winning LAA programme. ? ✔ Earn while you learn ✔ Tuition-free study at Technological University Dublin or Munster...

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European Parliament to change regulations governing CO₂ standards for trucks and buses

The European Parliament is set to amend the way of calculating emission credits for heavy-duty vehicles for the 2025–2029 reporting period. The move will accelerate changes to the. For lawmakers, the adjustment is necessary to provide certainty for vehicle manufacturers, while opponents argue that the move could undermine the EU’s...

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Descartes says technology can reduce pressure on drivers

A looming HGV driver shortage underlines the urgent need for logistics operators to use technology to reduce pressure on existing drivers and maximise fleet efficiency. Andrew Tavener, Head of Fleet Marketing EMEA at Descartes says addressing the challenges at hand requires a multifaceted approach, with technology playing an important role....

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New tachograph rules for LCVs from July 1

From July 1, light commercial vehicles (LCVs) and vans with a gross vehicle weight of more than 2.5 tonnes engaged in the international transport of goods or in cabotage operations for hire or reward must be fitted with a smart tachograph (version 2). This new requirement, part of the EU...

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Hauliers call off planned protest

Irish Road Haulage Association President, Ger Hyland, has confirmed that a protest planned for tomorrow, Tuesday March 10th, in Dublin has been suspended pending the outcome of talks with Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien. Minister O’Brien rang MR. Hyland from Rio De Janeiro in Brazil this evening and his Department has...

Fuel price spike pushes hauliers toward protest

Irish hauliers held crisis talks at the weekend in Dublin and issued a stark warning to government that they will have no choice but to mount rolling protests blocking key arteries, routes and airports in the coming days. The warnings come on the back of escalating fuel prices, on top...

Hauliers get ELO reminder from French customs

French customs have confirmed that all vehicles travelling to France from the UK will require a valid Envelope Logistique Obligatoire (ELO) before reaching the border from 15th April. Without a valid ELO, vehicles may face delays or diversion to inland border facilities. The ELO replacesthe current document grouping system. Each...

Elliott Earthworks chooses DAF

Elliott Earthworks has taken delivery of a new DAF XD 410 FAN 6X2. The rigid unit is complete with a Palfinger PK 24.001 SLD5 remote controlled crane, supplied and fitted by Palfinger Ireland, as well as an extra work area behind the crane with safey access, fitted by Thompson...