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Latest Irish News

The latest news, developments and industry updates affecting Irish hauliers, transport operators, fleet managers and commercial vehicle professionals across Ireland.

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Diesel Rebate Scheme extended to year-end in boost for hauliers

Irish hauliers have received a welcome boost with confirmation that the Diesel Rebate Scheme (DRS) will remain in place until the end of 2026, providing continued support to transport operators facing high fuel and operating costs. The scheme allows qualifying road haulage and passenger transport operators to reclaim a portion...

The highlight of the year for Ireland’s road transport sector

The CV Workshop EXPO and 271 Truck, Trailer & Van EXPO are shaping up to be one of the highlights of the year for Ireland’s road transport, haulage and commercial vehicle sector. Taking place at the RDS, Dublin on Saturday and Sunday, 10–11 October, the two events will bring together...

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Sustainable Transport Seminar 2026 – a much wider conversation about the future of transport

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...

ESB Networks

New Stena Line passport requirements – hauliers advised to prepare

Hauliers and commercial vehicle operators using Stena Line services between Ireland and Britain are being advised of new passport requirements coming into effect from Monday, 28 September 2026. From that date, passengers travelling on the Dublin–Holyhead and Rosslare–Fishguard routes will be required to present a valid passport or passport card...

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IRHA welcomes postponement of excise duty increases

The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has welcomed the Government’s decision last Friday evening to postpone the reintroduction of excise duty, which had been due to come back into effect on 1st September. The IRHA says there is no doubt that this decision is a direct result of the strong...

FTA Ireland

New 271 Truck, Trailer & Van EXPO on the horizon

Adding another exciting dimension to the CV Workshop EXPO / Auto Trade EXPO, taking place at the RDS, Dublin on Saturday and Sunday, 10–11 October, will be the new 271 Truck, Trailer & Van EXPO, staged outdoors at the entrance to the south Dublin venue. The new outdoor showcase will...

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Germany extends internal border checks to March 2027

Germany has notified the European Commission that checks at all nine of its land borders will continue from 16 September 2026 until 15 March 2027. The affected borders include France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Denmark, Poland, Czechia, Austria and Switzerland. Irish operators travelling through Germany should allow for unpredictable inspections,...

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IRHA Annual Conference comes at watershed moment

The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) will hold its Annual Conference at the Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney, on Friday, September 4 and Saturday, September 5, 2026, at what industry leaders are describing as a defining moment for the future of Irish road transport. Thousands of hauliers and transport operators from across...

HGVIreland.com launches new CVRT test centre directory

HGVIreland.com has expanded its growing Reference & Directory section with the addition of a new CVRT Test Centre Directory, designed to give Ireland’s haulage, transport and commercial vehicle operators quick access to essential testing information. The new directory provides a convenient county-by-county guide to CVRT test centres across Ireland, helping...

FTA Ireland welcomes Government’s decision to pause fuel excise increases

FTA Ireland has welcomed the Government’s decision to pause the fuel excise increases planned for September and October. FTA Ireland says the pause removes an immediate additional cost pressure at a time when businesses across the sector are already managing volatile fuel prices and rising operating costs. While this is...

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Latest UK News

Essential road haulage, logistics and commercial vehicle news from across the UK, including regulation, operating costs, fleet developments and market trends.

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RSA offers driver fatigue advice

With increased travel expected over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend, driver fatigue remains a significant road safety risk. Drivers are advised to take a break at least every two hours and to stop for 15 minutes if feeling tired. While caffeine can help improve alertness, it is important to note...

EU moves towards unified transport emission reporting

EU lawmakers have reached a provisional deal on CountEmissionsEU, a regulation introducing a single method to calculate and report greenhouse gas emissions across all transport modes. CountEmissionsEU is a common framework for quantifying the greenhouse gas emissions of transport services across different modes. The Commission has proposed a single methodology...

CDAP and LAA exhibit at FTA Ireland Sustainable Transport Seminar

The Transport Operations & Commercial Driving Apprenticeship and the LAA – Logistics Associate Apprenticeship took part in the FTA Ireland Sustainable Transport Seminar 2025, which took place at Johnstown House Co. Kildare earlier this week. Minister of State Seán Canney TD, who gave the keynote address visited the The Transport...

Latest European News

Key developments from Europe’s road transport sector, covering EU regulation, driver shortages, freight movements, sustainability, enforcement and cross-border operations.

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Germany extends internal border checks to March 2027

Germany has notified the European Commission that checks at all nine of its land borders will continue from 16 September 2026 until 15 March 2027. The affected borders include France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Denmark, Poland, Czechia, Austria and Switzerland. Irish operators travelling through Germany should allow for unpredictable inspections,...

EU bodies reach agreement on Eurovignette Directive

The European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on amendments to the Eurovignette Directive. The Directive sets the framework for road tolls and user charges for vehicles across the EU. The agreement provides greater clarity to hauliers, national authorities and toll service providers on application while supporting consistent...

Trucks & Fleet News

The latest truck launches, vehicle deliveries, fleet investments and transport technology helping operators improve safety, efficiency, reliability and performance.

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Volvo Releases Special-Edition 100th Anniversary Truck

Volvo Trucks has recently upgraded its heavy-duty truck range and as a prelude to 2027’s anniversary celebrations, the company is now making its Volvo FH and Volvo FH16 trucks available in a unique anniversary edition. Following a series of recent improvements to the electric, diesel and gas powertrains, Volvo Trucks...

Queclink Boosts Fleet and Asset Tracking for Freight and Logistics

Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, has launched a rechargeable tracker designed for freight and logistics applications such as HGVs, trailer, cargo and equipment monitoring. The compact GL330MG device possesses optimised power consumption and advanced connectivity, enabling extended battery life without sacrificing real-time responsiveness, location...

Goggins Transport chooses Mercedes-Benz Actros ProCabin units

Goggins Transport, has enhanced its fleet with the addition of 11 new, high-specification Mercedes-Benz Actros ProCabin Big 510hp tractor units, with a further five Actros ProCabin Giga units on order to be delivered this year. Headquartered in Dublin, the investment is a clear signal of confidence from the Goggins family,...

Policy & Compliance News

Important updates on transport legislation, operator licensing, roadworthiness, driver regulations, enforcement, taxation and compliance requirements affecting commercial vehicle operators.

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Diesel Rebate Scheme extended to year-end in boost for hauliers

Irish hauliers have received a welcome boost with confirmation that the Diesel Rebate Scheme (DRS) will remain in place until the end of 2026, providing continued support to transport operators facing high fuel and operating costs. The scheme allows qualifying road haulage and passenger transport operators to reclaim a portion...

Sustainable Transport Seminar 2026 – a much wider conversation about the future of transport

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...

HGVIreland.com launches new CVRT test centre directory

HGVIreland.com has expanded its growing Reference & Directory section with the addition of a new CVRT Test Centre Directory, designed to give Ireland’s haulage, transport and commercial vehicle operators quick access to essential testing information. The new directory provides a convenient county-by-county guide to CVRT test centres across Ireland, helping...

Shipping & Logistics News

News and analysis covering ports, ferries, freight routes, supply chains and logistics developments connecting Ireland with Britain, Europe and international markets.

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New Stena Line passport requirements – hauliers advised to prepare

Hauliers and commercial vehicle operators using Stena Line services between Ireland and Britain are being advised of new passport requirements coming into effect from Monday, 28 September 2026. From that date, passengers travelling on the Dublin–Holyhead and Rosslare–Fishguard routes will be required to present a valid passport or passport card...