More signs of construction recovery
The Irish construction sector has shown further signs of recovery, with the number of new orders increasing last month.

And the most beautiful truck driver is…
In Tuscaloosa, Alabama, nominations are now being accepted for the second inaugural Most Beautiful lady truck driver contest.

Parking free-for-all in Dublin?
Dublin’s clampers are threatening to go on strike, which could mean a parking free-for-all in the city centre.

Disc-Lock advises operators to act before, not after the event
Disc-Lock Europe, European distributor of the award-winning Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut, urges transport operators to act before, not after a wheel loss event.

Adams calls for Government action on Narrow Water Bridge
Gerry Adams believes that the cross-border Narrow Water Bridge, which would connect counties Louth and Down, is still viable - if the Government gets its finger out.

Tougher penalties for law-breaking drivers
Drivers who break the law will be subjected to tougher penalties as of this year.

Tractor involved in fatal accident
A tractor and trailer were involved in a fatal accident that resulted in the death of a 20-year-old man in Co Wicklow.

Irish Ferries report profit
The owners of Irish Ferries have reported operating profits of €30 million for the year gone by.

Attacks continue on former Quinn plant
There has been a fourth arson attack at a former Quinn plant.

Waste investigation launched in Clare
Clare County Council have launched an investigation into the illegal disposal of waste.

Oil exploration decision expected
Exploration companies have been employed by the Irish company to find oil and gas reserves in the country.

New Standard for Crash Repairers in Ireland
Vehicle Body Repairers from across Ireland were today awarded with a new standard called CSS (Certified Steel Standard).

Paddy’s been to the Moon and back
Monasterevin man Paddy Clarke has taken delivery of a new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van, his second in seven years, after completing an impressive 922,862 kilometres in the outgoing model – a distance further than a round trip to the moon.

Nissan launch all-electric LCV
The first production model of an all-electric light commercial vehicle has been launched by Nissan.

Michelin expand to accommodate Euro 6 model
To help hauliers that have Euro 6 vehicles save money, Michelin have extended its range of X Line range tyres.

Carna Transport opt for Actros
Renowned Northern Ireland haulage firm Carna Transport has taken delivery of three new Actros 1845 tractor units.

Setback for BP
BP has suffered a setback in its court case over the 2010 Gulf Oil spill.

Greenstar acquired by private investment firm
Greenstar, Ireland’s largest waste management firm, today announced the completion of the acquisition of substantially all of its assets by an affiliate of Cerberus Capital Management, L.P. (“Cerberus”), one of the world’s leading private investment firms. Greenstar was in receivership since August 2012.

New patent record for Scania
Last year, Scania’s patent department received more than 700 invention disclosures, which was a 40% increase on 2012.

Engineering jobs boost for NI
Northern Ireland are to benefit from a Swedish company’s decision to relocate.

St Patrick’s weekend ferry service launched
Brittany Ferries are to run a service between Cork and Roscoff over St Patrick’s weekend.

Iveco continue sponsorship
Iveco is to continue its sponsorship of the Sky Racing Team VR46 at Moto3 motorcycling.

DHL offer savings to customers
All DHL technology customers can now benefit from 25 per cent savings in total cost.

Iveco opt for Emerald Truck & Van
Iveco has named Emerald Truck & Van as its new distributor for Ireland, in a bid to strengthen its market share and service capability here.