Limerick-based waste management company Mr Binman has secured funding under the Government-backed GRAZE (Green Renewable Agricultural Zero Emissions) Vehicle Grant Scheme, supporting the continued expansion of its low-emission vehicle fleet. Funded through the Department of Climate, Environment and Energy’s Climate Action Fund, and administered by Gas Networks Ireland, the GRAZE Vehicle Grant Scheme is designed to encourage The post Mr Binman expands low emissions fleet with GRAZE support appeared first on HGV Ireland.

The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) is urging government to reduce input costs for the haulage industry, before considering increasing excise duty on fuels. The IRHA says that every additional cost placed on Ireland’s haulage sector has consequences that reach far beyond the transport industry. “Higher fuel costs, increased tolls, rising insurance premiums, growing compliance The post IRHA urges government to reduce input costs for hauliers appeared first on HGV Ireland.

FTA Ireland’s Sustainable Transport Seminar 2026 takes place on Wednesday 16th September 2026 at The Johnstown Estate, Enfield, Co. Meath and will focus on shaping the future of efficient and sustainable transport and logistics operations. FTA Ireland CEO Neil Cotton commented: “This year’s seminar promises to be our biggest and most informative yet, bringing together The post FTA Ireland Sustainable Transport Seminar 2026 on horizon appeared first on HGV Ireland.

Logistics is a crucial enabler of Northern Ireland’s economy and, with the right policies in place, the sector can play an even greater role in driving growth and resilience. That’s the message that Logistics UK’s Chief Executive Ben Fletcher delivered to Northern Ireland’s politicians as he called for the development of a dedicated Northern Ireland Freight and Logistics Strategy.  During a visit to Northern Ireland, Mr Fletcher and colleagues met with key political figures including Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins and Deputy Speaker of the Northern Ireland Assembly Dr Steve Aitken OBE MLA, to The post Northern Ireland needs its own freight and logistics strategy appeared first on HGV Ireland.

Some exciting news this Sunday morning regarding the official launch of the 271 Truck & Trailer EXPO, which will run alongside the CV Workshop EXPO / Auto Trade EXPO at the RDS, Dublin on Saturday & Sunday 10-11th October 2026. The CV Workshop EXPO / Auto Trade EXPO is now a virtual sell-out and will feature The post Official launch of 271 Truck & Trailer EXPO 2026 appeared first on HGV Ireland.

Camera Telematics has been recognised by UK Ports, the trade authority tasked with supporting and advancing the ports and maritime industry, for its commitment to dockside safety. The Safety Innovation Award was presented at the recent UK Ports Seawork Exhibition 2026 to celebrate the impact of advanced technology solutions that are providing added protection and The post Camera Telematics wins Safety Innovation Award from UK Ports   appeared first on HGV Ireland.

The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has welcomed government’s decision to extend fuel duty relief into the autumn. Government has announced an extension of the temporary reductions to fuel excise and the National Oil Reserves Agency Levy (NORA). These temporary reductions were due to expire on 31 July and will now be extended in full The post IRHA welcomes extension of fuel excise relief appeared first on HGV Ireland.

The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has welcomed the provisional agreement reached by the European Parliament and the Council on targeted amendments to the Eurovignette Directive as an important step towards greater legal clarity on CO₂-based road charging for heavy-duty vehicles across the EU. The targeted amendments strengthen legal certainty, simplify implementation and clarify key The post Eurovignette deal brings greater clarity on road charging for HDVs appeared first on HGV Ireland.

A major regulatory shift began on July 1 for Europe’s van sector: cross-border light commercial vehicles (LCVs) above 2.5 tonnes must now comply with EU rules on driving and rest times, mandatory smart tachographs and driver posting. This means equipping vehicles with tachographs and adapting to entirely new compliance requirements affecting drivers and day-to-day operations. The post Cross-border vans enter new regulatory era under EU transport rules appeared first on HGV Ireland.

The International Road Transport Union’s (IRU) latest global driver shortage report finds that recruitment difficulties are worsening, with the shortage topping operators’ concerns across most surveyed markets. 2.9 million unfilled truck driver positions across 18 markets Around 20% of Europe’s driver workforce and 24% of Australia’s expected to retire within five years Driver shortage is The post IRU says operators deeply concerned by worsening driver shortage appeared first on HGV Ireland.