Technology
DAF Trucks’ EV Relay reaches Ireland
The DAF Trucks EV Relay is arriving in Ireland, with a DAF LF electric scheduled to visit DAF Trucks Ireland’s Dublin headquarters in early February 2024.
Revolutionising Transport & Haulage: DMC Consultancy's Cutting-Edge App, Load Go
DMC Consultancy, a trailblazer in app development, website design, and social media management, presents an unparalleled solution for companies with its ground-breaking app, Load Go.
Digcom: Changing the face of customs
Digicom, a newly developed, innovative, and seamless customs platform is set to revolutionise the supply chain industry for good.
Production starts on the first road−going full−electric Volta Zero vehicles
Volta Trucks has started production of the first road-going ‘Design Verification’ (DV) prototype Volta Zero vehicle at a bespoke facility in Coventry, UK.
Telematics-led training for smart fleets
A leading provider of online training and certification solutions for smart fleets, Aptarus was founded in Galway in 2015 by Karl Lusted and Martin Farrell.
DAF LF Electric for ‘zero emission’ urban distribution
DAF Trucks introduces the LF Electric, a full electric distribution truck for urban applications with a range of up to 280 ‘zero emission kilometres’.
DAF Trucks announces CF Electric for UK market
DAF Trucks has announced the introduction of its CF Electric truck for the UK market.
BWG Foods first to 'plug in' new Mercedes-Benz eSprinter
BWG Foods, one of Ireland’s leading wholesale and retail groups, has become the first in Ireland to introduce the newly-launched electric-powered Mercedes-Benz eSprinter van to its distribution fleet.
Coll-8 lanch 'instant boost' for Irish e-commerce parcel capacity
A new Irish logistics business has declared that its launch has dramatically improved the country’s chances of coping with a continued rise in e-commerce deliveries during the parcel industry’s annual peak season.
Limerick company leading the way in supply chain monitoring
GGL Security has specialized in supply-chain security for 25 years and their monitoring expertise has seen the company shortlisted for Technology Exporter of the Year at the 2019 Irish Export Industry Awards.
New Mercedes-Benz Actros arrives in Ireland
The new Mercedes-Benz Actros – latest version of what is one of the most successful trucks ever to run on Irish roads – has been launched in Ireland.
Mercedes-Benz vans go electric
Mercedes-Benz has brought electric drive to its van fleet with the arrival here of their new mid-size eVito van.
Leading the way with Live View Safety Technology
Leading technology and solutions supplier C-KO launched a full range of safety, compliance and efficiency systems for some of the newest truck and van models on the road, at this year’s CV Show trade exhibition.
Volvo Trucks presents Vera's first assignment
Vera, Volvo Trucks’ electric, connected and autonomous vehicle, will form part of an integrated solution to transport goods from a logistics centre to a port terminal in Gothenburg, Sweden.
Hyundai Motor Group Reveals Life-changing Technology to Assist Hearing-impaired Drivers
Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) revealed a new innovative technology that assists hearing-impaired drivers.
Volvo Trucks provides autonomous tranport solution to Brønnøy Kalk AS
Volvo Trucks has just signed a landmark agreement with Brønnøy Kalk AS in Norway to provide its first commercial autonomous solution transporting limestone from an open pit mine to a nearby port.
BOC boosts safety with Michelin telematics system
As part of its ongoing commitment to improve safety, BOC, the largest supplier of industrial gases and medical gases in the UK, is to fit Michelin’s EFFITRAILER telematics system to its entire bulk tractor and trailer fleet.
Volvo Trucks presents its view of future transport solutions at IAA 2018 in Hannover
How can electromobility, automation and connectivity contribute to more profitable, efficient and safer transports with less impact on the climate and environment?
An extra pair of eyes on the road
‘Live-view’ is going to change the game for hauliers, putting them ahead of the competition by providing real-time video footage back at the yard.
Technician of the Year
Martin Convey of ESB Fleet & Equipment (Portlaoise) claimed the prestigious ‘Technician of the Year’ award at the 11th annual Fleet Transport Awards Gala Banquet which was held at the Citywest Hotel
Introducing Verizon Connect and a New Era of Connected Vehicle Solutions
The launch of Verizon Connect marks the completed integration of its existing connected vehicle division with two recently acquired fleet and mobile workforce management software companies under a single, combined brand.
ETS – for all your tachograph solutions
Euro Tachograph Solutions (ETS) is a young company which provides tachograph analysis to hauliers, coach operators, fleet hire companies and waste management companies nationwide.
Technology award for wave piston design that lowers fuel consumption
The Volvo Group’s new truck engines are more fuel efficient as a result of their intelligent piston design. Waves have been added to the piston crown to improve the use of oxygen. The engineers behind the innovation have now received the Volvo Technology Award 2017.
Safety in focus when Volvo Trucks and Renova test autonomous refuse truck
Volvo Trucks, together with Swedish waste management company Renova, is currently testing and researching how automated vehicles can contribute to safer, more efficient refuse handling and create a better working environment for drivers.
At last: a bridge at Reilly's level crossing!
Work will begin this month to build a bridge over one of Dublin’s most frustrating bottlenecks.
