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Hannon Transport expands Dublin depot

1 day ago | hgvireland.com | John Loughran

As part of the company’s ongoing commitment to enhancing its facilities and services, Hannon Transport its expanding its Dublin depot at Blakescross. The construction work, which commenced earlier this year, is progressing well and is set to significantly enhance the company’s operational capabilities.
Hawthorne Logistics recruiting for the Logistics Associate Apprenticeship

1 day ago | hgvireland.com | John Loughran

Hawthorn Logistics is recruiting for the Logistics Associate Apprenticeship. The apprenticeship at the company is an excellent opportunity for successful candidates to get a thorough grounding in the industry through on-the-job training in a busy working environment four days a week as well as classroom training from Technological University Dublin to acquire industry-recognised qualifications.
Poorly maintained UK roads causing misery – RHA says - HGV Ireland

2 days ago | hgvireland.com | John Loughran

Poorly maintained roads in the UK are causing misery daily for road users, creating delays, diversions and adding to already high costs for businesses, according to the Road haulage Association (RHA). RHA Policy Lead, James Barwise said: “We need to see urgent action to find solutions. That means local authorities equipped with the latest technology and training for longer lasting and more cost-effective road maintenance.
Student road safety initiative highlights the consequences of distracted driving

3 days ago | hgvireland.com | John Loughran

A road safety initiative co-ordinated by An Garda Síochána and the University of Limerick has led third-level students from across the country to highlight the lifelong and potentially devastating consequences of distracted driving among young people. The project, ‘Road Safety Reimagined’ was undertaken by more than 1,000 students from highlighting the lifelong and potentially devastating impact of a moment’s distraction behind the wheel.
Ford Trucks expands European network with Setanta Vehicle Sales

3 days ago | hgvireland.com | John Loughran

Ford Trucks, one of the global brands of the heavy commercial vehicle industry, has expanded its European network by adding the United Kingdom and Ireland to its authorized service points. This strategic move not only supports Ford Trucks’ goal of being closer to its customers but also significantly enhances its accessibility across Europe. Ford Trucks continues to provide uninterrupted service to its international transport customers with expanding service network in Europe.
Drivers urged to stay safe on the roads this Easter weekend

1 week ago | hgvireland.com | John Loughran

Drivers, including HGV drivers are being urged to stay safe on the roads, ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend. An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority are urging drivers to support their efforts to keep all road users safe this Easter weekend –Many will be planning to gather with family and loved ones over this Easter weekend and Gardaí expect that there will be therefore be more road users on the move.
HGV driver faces prosecution after overloading truck

1 week ago | hgvireland.com | John Loughran

Gardai are reminding HGV drivers of their responsibilities, wth regardd to overloading their vehicles following the detection of an eight wheeler tipper truck, which was 16 tonne over its legal laden weight. The roads policing unit in Kilkenny found that the lorry was 16 tonnes overweight after they inspected the vehicle. The driver of the truck face charges after the truck tipped the scales with a laden weight of 48,140 kgs, some 16 tonne over the legal limit.
Ballinlough Refrigeration first Irish convertor to receive Ford Pro Convertor Award

1 week ago | hgvireland.com | John Loughran

Ballinlough Refrigeration has been recognised with the prestigious Ford Pro Convertor Award, becoming the first vehicle convertor in Ireland to achieve this status. The award highlights the company’s commitment to high-quality conversions and industry-leading processes on Ford Pro products. Mandy Dean, Commercial Vehicle Sales Director at Ford of Britain and Ford of Ireland, presented the award to Joe Malone, managing director, and Neil Jordan, operations manager of Ballinlough Refrigeration.
M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy Road Project gets green light

1 week ago | hgvireland.com | John Loughran

M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy Road Project has been given the green light will immediately progress to the construction phase. The project involves the construction of approximately 11km of motorway from the N40 Bloomfield Interchange to Barnahely, with a 1.5km single carriageway protected road linking to the eastern side of Ringaskiddy. This 1.5km section is being undertaken as “advance works” and is already under construction.
Review of National Development Plan key to fixing fragmented EV infrastructure

1 week ago | hgvireland.com | John Loughran

Mobility Partnership Ireland (MPI), a coalition of commercial providers enhancing Ireland’s sustainable transport network, has called on Government to use the review of the National Development Plan (NDP) as a timely opportunity to refocus efforts on expanding and coordinating Ireland’s electric vehicle (EV) charging network. The Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform is due to commence a review of the NDP which will be complete by July 2025.