The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has welcomed the news that An Garda Síochána has instructed all uniformed Gardaí to do a mandatory 30 minutes of road safety policing per shift. The move comes against a backdrop of rising fatalities on Irish roads. There have been 63 fatalities on Irish roads this year, an increase of 15 on 2023. Liz O’Donnell, chairperson of the RSA, said: “Enforcement is key to tackling this problem and I warmly welcome this response to my call for more Gardaí deployed immediately to road safety. This will result in increased Garda visibility on our roads and acts as a deterr ..read more

DB Schenker has appointed Aaron Scott to the role of CEO for its UK & Ireland cluster. He succeeds Ray Hennessy who has held the position the last eight years and is moving on to a well-deserved retirement. Scott joined the company in 2021 and currently, additionally holds the position of Executive Vice President Contract Logistics for Region Europe. He brings a wealth of experience to the UK & Ireland CEO role having spent more than 28 years in International Logistics and 3PL supply chain operations. Additionally, he has spent time living and working in the Netherlands, the USA and Ge ..read more

Mercedes-Benz has selected Thermo King®, a leader in transport temperature control solutions, to provide advanced refrigeration technology for its 100 per cent electric eActros truck, which is currently being showcased in a national roadshow across Ireland. This collaboration has addressed the specific requirements of modern retail fleets and provided leading food retailers with a firsthand look at the efficient and environmentally responsible refrigerated transport solutions. The joint project leverages Thermo King V-1000 refrigeration unit paired with the E-COOLPAC b ..read more

IKEA Ireland has opened a state-of-the-art distribution centre in Rathcoole, Co. Dublin, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion within Ireland. This new facility, employing over 200 people, follows investments in six plan and order points, upgrades to the Ballymun store, and an innovative collaboration with Tesco Ireland on affordable collection service, all to bring IKEA closer to customers across the Republic of Ireland. The new distribution centre will result in IKEA’s business in Ireland having one of the shortest delivery times in Europe. Before now, IKEA deliveries to ..read more

ASDA, a leading UK supermarket, is midway through welcoming to its fleet an initial order of 167 new vehicles manufactured by Tiger Trailers, comprised 147 tri-axle box van moving deck double decks for UK operation, and 20 for the retailer’s Northern Ireland ferry-use operations. Tiger’s new trailer solution for Asda provides up to a 44-pallet carrying capacity, and incorporates a ¾ length moving deck for versatility, powered by the Cheshire manufacturer’s in-house, 4-ram hydraulic system. The three vibrant livery variations and memorable slogans make the new fleet assets an eye-catching sight ..read more

The EU Road Safety Conference will hear today how progress on a drive to halve road deaths across member states by 2030 has stagnated. Government representatives from the US, Europe and Ireland, transport experts and road crash survivors will all be sharing their insights at the event, which is taking place alongside Transport Research Arena 2024 at Dublin’s RDS. The conference coincides with rising concern around Ireland’s rate of road incidents and fatal collisions in 2024. More than 60 people have lost their lives in the first few months of the year, a significant jump on the rate from the ..read more

Walsh Waste & Recycling has taken delivery of a new Mercedes-Benz Actros 2551. Based in Oranmore, Co. Galway, Walsh Waste & Recycling is one of Ireland best known and established recycling companies. Our picture shows long time customers of Kinahan Commercials, Tom and Gerard Walsh collecting their new Mercedes-Benz Actros 2551 ..read more

Motis One Box is adding the Czech Republic and Slovenia to its list of motowary tolls offering. Motis One Box currently offers hassle-free highway charges across Belgium, France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Germany, Austria, Poland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Hungary, Bulgaria, Switzerland, plus the iconic Oresund and Storebaelt bridges? The Czech Republic and Slovenia are joining the lineup soon! Motis also offers over 500 Freight Ferry routes throughout Europe, Motorway Toll Payment, Rolling Highways, Alpine Tunnels, Freight Forwarding, Dover Truck Parking, Pallet Distribution Consolidation and St ..read more

In today’s globalised economy, businesses are constantly seeking ways to enhance profitability and gain a competitive edge. One powerful tool at their disposal is Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), which have become increasingly important in fostering international trade relationships. However, of key importance is ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, which has become more challenging due to the growth of complex supply chains, the emergence of new markets and the implementation of strict regulatory frameworks. Therefore, understanding the nuances of Free Trade Agreement (FTA ..read more

Despite a last-minute push for technology neutrality, the European Parliament’s plenary vote on CO₂ emission standards for new heavy-duty vehicles fails to recognise other solutions that can play a role in decarbonising the commercial road transport sector, according to the International Road Transport Union. The European Parliament has given its final nod to the provisional agreement – reached by the Council, the European Commission and the European Parliament in January – on CO₂ standards for new heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs). The vote follows discussions and prior endorsement of the agree ..read more