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Month: May 2017

New average speed camera enforcement system at Dublin Port Tunnel

Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) working with An Garda Síochána and Dublin Tunnel operator Egis are set to conduct Ireland’s first average speed camera enforcement system.

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Governments must manage transition to driverless trucks

Governments must consider ways to manage the transition to driverless trucks in order to avoid potential social disruption from job losses, says a new report published by the International Transport Forum (ITF) with three partner organisations.

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RHA calls for military deployment at Calais

The Road Haulage Association is urging the French Prime Minister, Edouard Philippe, to deploy the Military to restore law and order to the Calais area.

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New E-Truck series by Nokian Tyres

As most transport professionals know, the cheapest tyre is seldom the most economical one. The tyre is expected to cover as much distance as possible while being quiet, safe and comfortable to drive.

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Actros delivers for Air Products Ireland

The recent addition of four new Actros 2545LS ClassicSpace 6×2 tractor units has seen world-leading industrial gases company Air Products make further investments in its Irish fleet of Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles.

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Migrant mayhem causing more misery for UK-bound hauliers

The Road Haulage Association is deeply concerned for the lives of UK-bound hauliers who, for the third summer in succession, are falling victim to migrants, intent on reaching UK shores.

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Fleets must not pay for insurance industry’s failings – says FTAI

Freight Transport Association Ireland (FTAI) has called on the Government to guarantee that freight operators should not pay increased levies on insurance policies, following the supreme court ruling requiring the State’s Insurance Compensation Fund to compensate those affected by the collapse of insurance companies. As a result of the collapse...

New 2017-model DAF XF makes Tip-ex debut

Following its global introduction at the CV Show in April, DAF Trucks is showcasing the first right-hand-drive example of its new 2017 model year XF tractor unit at Tip-ex 2017 in Harrogate. The new XF comes with a luxury Super Space Cab and a new, uprated 530bhp PACCAR MX-13 engine...

FTA urges government action over Calais migrants

The Freight Transport Association (FTA), the UK’s largest membership association in the freight and logistics sector, has urged the government to lobby the French authorities to protect drivers passing through the Calais area, following reports of increased migrant activity targeting lorries approaching the port.

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AET celebrates 40th anniversary with new Krone trailers  

Curvin Transport, the general haulage arm of AET Transport Services, have added a further 9 Krone Profi Liner curtainsiders to their UK and European fleet.

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Renault Trucks showcases robust construction line-up

Renault Trucks returns to Hall M at Tip-ex/Tank-Ex 2017 with three robust trucks from its highly acclaimed construction range that underline the manufacturer’s position as the customer cost champion.

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PRM Group expands fleet with new Volvo FH

PRM Group, one of Ireland’s leading independent Chilled & Frozen Food Sales and Distribution companies, has invested in a new Volvo FH-500. The new vehicle, supplied by Dennison Commercials Ltd, was delivered this month and is already working on refrigerated haulage duties.

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