A new EU regulation on greenhouse gas emissions accounting for transport services has entered into force, establishing a single, harmonised methodology for calculating and disclosing emissions across all transport modes — from road and rail to aviation and maritime, from both freight and passenger services. ? The CountEmissionsEU framework enables...
The new eActros Lowliner expands the Mercedes-Benz Trucks electric portfolio with a solution designed specifically for high-volume transport. Based on the proven eActros 600 technology and available with either two or three battery packs, it broadens the range of applications available to customers. More information on the new eActros Lowliner...
Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, has expanded its range of high-spec trailer tracking solutions to meet the most challenging asset management and supply chain requirements. The rugged, hard-wired GV650MG unit has been designed to deliver the most reliable performance in the harshest operating conditions,...
Licensed hauliers have been reminded that the Road Transporters Support Scheme remains open for applications until Friday, June 12. The reminder comes from Minister of State for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rails and Ports, Sean Canney who has reminded operators that the scheme remains open until Friday, June 12....
Harbour International Freight is celebrating 10 years as part of the Pall-Ex network, a period that has seen the business increase volumes, expand operational capacity and strengthen its position within the UK palletised freight distribution sector. Originally founded as a family-owned business in Dublin, Harbour International Freight established its first...
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) is working to keep members informed about important industry developments that may affect operations across Ireland and beyond. The IRHA has reminded hauliers that new legislation, market pressures, fuel trends, environmental regulations, customs developments and infrastructure changes can all have an impact on operators...
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has adopted a resolution calling for a fuel crisis mechanism and urging governments to work with road transport operators on the development of contingency plans. The conflict in the Middle East has severely disrupted trade routes and energy markets. For the road transport industry,...
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has issued a reminder regarding smart tachograph rules relating to light commercial vehicles (LCVs). From 1 July 2026, LCVs over 2.5 tonnes in international transport or cabotage need a smart tachograph. From that date version 2 smart tachographs must be retrofitted to light commercial vehicles...
In conjunction with the Road Safety Authority (RSA), An Garda Síochána is reminding all road users to never drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The reminder comes as An Garda Síochána cranks up its roads policing operation over the June bank holiday weekend. To date this year, 69...
Many courier companies are being excluded from the Road Tranporters Support Scheme because their vehicles do not meet the scheme’s eligibility criteria. Light Commercial Vehicles LCVs) with a Gross Vehicle Weight of less than 3.5 tonnes are not eligible for the Road Tranporters Support Scheme, HGVIreland.com can confirm. Following a...