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IRHA calls for sensitivity on Brexit
The Irish Road Haulage Association has called on industry bodies and political commentators to exercise high levels of sensitivity in their public comments on Brexit in the coming weeks. IRHA President...
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AKI group delivers $1 million of annual transport savings with Paragon
Al Khayyat Investments (the AKI Group) has achieved annual savings of more than $1 million by using Paragon’s routing and scheduling software to transform its in-house transport operation. The company...
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Connected dashcams and video telematics software can reduce insurance premiums
A fleet insurance expert s has released findings that show installation of connected dashcams and video telematics software can halve the frequency of fleet incidents and reduce insurance premiums by...
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DVSA publishes new guidance
The Driver and Vehicle Services Agency (DVSA) has published new guidance on GOV.UK to help people report lorry, bus or coach drivers and companies if they think they’re breaking safety rules. The DVSA...
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IRU sets future direction for road transport
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has taken the lead in setting the global road transport agenda, by publishing a manifesto that calls on international organisations, governments and...
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Cartwright creates new partnership with TTW
Cartwright, the UK’s largest trailer and commercial vehicle body manufacturer, has formed a new partnership with established truck and trailer specialist services company TTW. TTW (Truck and Trailer...
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TrailerLock keeps it safe for Tarrant International
Tarrant International, the temperature-controlled logistics specialist, based in Cork Ireland is using a locking device from TrailerLock which, says the company, is effective and simple to use. Called...
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IRU calls for measures to tackle labour shortages
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) is calling on policy makers to implement measures that will improve skills matching and tackle the worrying trend of labour shortages across the continent....
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Schmitz Cargobull appoints telematics expert
Schmitz Cargobull UK and Ireland has appointed telematics expert Christine Cullen to help operators reduce running costs by using the manufacturer’s sophisticated trailer technology. Schmitz Cargobull...
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Dennison Commercials opens new Coleraine Depot
Dennison Commercials has officially opened its new Coleraine Depot, at Loguestown Industrial Estate, Coleraine. The new facility is purpose-built to offer a full range of Volvo Truck and Bus services,...
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Paragon launches Polish language interface
Paragon has further enhanced its capabilities within Eastern Europe by launching a Polish language option of its leading routing and scheduling software. With transport planning increasing in...
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Compliance Quadruple for TruTac at Coach & Bus UK 19
TruTac the UK’s leading independent designer and producer of compliance control software for the PSV and commercial transport sectors is introducing four, brand-new and easy-to-integrate compliance...
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Centurion improves its offering of ratchet straps
Centurion Europe Ltd, one of the UK’s leading independent distributors of DIY and Trade products including, hardware, ironmongery, gardening, plumbing and electrical have launched an improved own...
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IW Drains chooses Mercedes-Benz vans
A year after it launched a new business venture with a pair of Mercedes-Benz vans, IW Drains returned to Dealer MBNI Truck & Van for another three. The Belfast-based operator has added two...
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Customs checks bad for business in Northern Ireland says RHA
The Road Haulage Association warns that customs posts on either side of the Irish border would harm the economy. This follows reports that Government proposes that customs clearance zones be set up to...
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Stena Line rounds up for charity
For the third year in a row Stena Line launches a donation campaign in favour of the non-profit organisation Mercy Ships life-changing work, bringing free medical care to where it’s needed the most...
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Irish Sea routes prepare for IMO Global Sulphur Cap 2020
Stena Line is currently engaging with freight customers on its Irish Sea routes to advise them of an important International Maritime Organisation (IMO) environmental regulation which will come into...
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FTA offers advice on No Deal Brexit
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has reacted to government proposals, saying it is ready to advise on how to keep the UK trading after a No Deal Brexit. James Hookham, Deputy CEO of FTA, which...
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Game-changing electric 18-tonne vehicle put through paces
The UK’s only fully electric 18-tonne truck was put through its paces by fleet managers from across the country as its creators offered a glimpse into the future. The vehicle, which is the result of a...
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IRHA welcomes increase in diesel rebate
The Irish Road Haulage Association has welcomed the increase in the diesel rebate scheme to absorb carbon tax as recognition that hauliers are essential users of diesel. Minister for Finance, Paschal...
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