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VisionTrack scoops 2023 Titan Innovation award

VisionTrack, the global provider of AI video telematics and connected fleet data, has been recognised at the TITAN Innovation Awards. The company was a Silver winner in the Innovation in Technology – Transport Technology category for the launch of its AI-powered, post-analysis solution, NARA, which is revolutionising how vehicle camera...

Manfreight goes electric

In a significant move towards greener transportation, Manfreight has become the first haulier to operate a Volvo FM electric truck on the island of Ireland. In partnership with Volvo Trucks and Dennison Commercials Ltd, the company has incorporated the cutting-edge electric Volvo FM lorry into its fleet. This exciting addition...

Sam Dennigan chooses DAF

Sam Dennigan and Company has taken delivery of three new DAF CF 480 Space Cabs from Mark Hunter, DAF Trucks Ireland.

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TTW opens new in-house academy for staff training

Truck & Trailer Works (TTW) has opened a new staff training facility at its Swords depot in Co Dublin.

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Martin Ryan Haulage invests in new gensets

Martin Ryan Haulage has invested in new gensets, supplied by Technical Support Services Ltd, further expanding its fleet to over 40 units.

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Sign of the times as search goes on for business development manager

In a sign that Ireland is reaching full employment and that the skills gap in the automotive aftermarket is widening, one of Ireland’s leading distributors of automotive batteries has reported that it did not get one single reply to a recruitment advert it placed on a leading automotive recruitment website.

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Pragmatism and realism on Euro 7 proposals

A pragmatic and realistic approach on the European Union’s proposed Euro 7 vehicle emissions standards has been embraced in decisions by three key European Parliament committees this week: Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO), Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE) and Transport and Tourism (TRAN).

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Stagefreight chooses Schmitz Cargobull

Stagefreight, a specialist in event transportation, has added 20 more S.BO EXPRESS trailers from Schmitz Cargobull to its growing operation.

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RHA launches Net Zero Forum in UK

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) in the UK has launched the Net Zero Forum, aimed at supporting the industry on the way to a net-zero future for all.

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ATC replaces diesel for HVO across its fleet

ATC has successfully completed a pilot where it introduced Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel as a sustainable alternative to diesel across a selected number of trucks and vans.

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FTA Ireland launches new resource through LinkedIn.com

FTA Ireland has added a new string to its bow with the launch of a bi-monthly service, which will explain the association’s many and varied services.

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EU emergency mechanism must guarantee freedom of movement 

The European Parliament’s Committee on Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO), responsible for the legislative oversight and scrutiny of EU rules on the single market, has voted on the European Commission’s proposed Single Market Emergency Instrument (SMEI), which comes against the backdrop of the EU’s emergency measures that kept goods...

Driver CPC End of Cycle

The 9th September is now looming and so is the end of the 5 year cycle for acquired rights bus drivers and acquired rights drivers who have both a bus and truck licence.

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Dixon and Coca-Cola go all electric

Dixon International Logistics has completed the first collection of Coca Cola products from Coca-Cola HBC in Lisburn to Dublin using one of its new fully electric Volvo Trucks.

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Have your say on biomethane freight vehicles

Do you currently operate, have considered introducing, or decided against biomethane freight vehicles in your fleet? If so, researchers at TU Dublin would like to hear from you.

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