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Superquinn
& McElvaney Motors: 'Fresh Thinking', 'Fresh Trucking'
McElvaney Motors Ltd is pleased to announce the delivery
of 13 new R420 Scania Tractor Units to Superquinn and
it’s distribution partner, Wincanton!
A
proud history; a bright future
Renowned distribution specialist Colkar Transport is
celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2007. To mark this
watershed date, the company has re-located to brand
new state-of-the-art premises, thereby ensuring that
customers can continue to count on an exceptionally
strong and reliable service.
The
supply chain specialists
Hy-Tech Logistics is an independent third party logistics
company which provides a complete range of supply chain
services to the supply chain marketplace in Ireland
and the Middle East.
Pallet
sales proving a worthy livelihood
Although MPW Logistics Ltd. has only been in business
over a year, the company has already made an immediate
impact in the sale of pallets, as co-owner Pat Walsh
tells Cian O’Raghallaigh.
Boom
times ahead for Moffett under new licence agreement
MOFFETT, the largest manufacturer of truck-mounted forklifts,
is to build a new type of machine, equipped with a highly
versatile and revolutionary telescopic boom, as part
of a worldwide licensing agreement with its developers,
Combilift, based in Clontibret, Ireland.
Ireland
gets 100% road mapping coverage
GPS Ireland, Ireland’s leading GPS consultancy
firm, has confirmed that Irish motorists are to benefit
from 100% road coverage mapping - the most detailed
mapping yet available for Ireland.
Skills
for Logistics joins Skills Centre to raise industry's
profile
Skills for Logistics - the Sector Skills Council for
the freight logistics industries - has renewed its support
for the Skills Centre at this year’s CV Show and
ATS.
Palletised
and sanitised
Since it was launched as a central collection/delivery
hub in Mullingar in July 2004, PalletXpress has enjoyed
phenomenal success. Irish Trucker caught up with MD
Tommy Carr to get an update.
ChangingWorlds'
global approach wins DHL Exporter of the Year 2005 award
Dublin-based ChangingWorlds has been chosen as the overall
winner of theDHL Exporter of the Year 2005 Award.
"McElvaney
Motors - Ringt on Target!"
McElvaney Motors is pleased to announce the sale of
20 new Scania R420 trucks to Target Express Ireland.
Identifying
the role of RoRo in Europe's future transport
Leading oil products distribution specialist Reynolds
Logistics has taken delivery of three new Mercedes-Benz
tractor units, one Actros and two Axors to add to its
large fleet of Mercedes-Benz trucks
Nightfreight
choose PFB for efficiency and service
Nightfreight Depot 26 has recently taken delivery of
five vehicles which have been supplied by leading vehicle
rental company PFB Self Drive.
The
Kings of storage
Many companies often like to branch out into other areas
of business to help supplement their income, but not
many can rival the Terry King Group.
PalleXpress
joins forces with the Pall-Ex Network
Pall-Ex, the UK and Europe’s no 1 pallet distribution
network, has appointed a new member to its freight distribution
network.
FIDEUS
to promote efficient deliveries across Europe
A number of companies from the logistics and automotive
industries have joined forces with a view to developing
a more efficient and environmentally friendly delivery
system for cities across Europe.
Culina
expands direct daily deliveries to Northern Ireland
UK transport and logistics specialists Culina Logistics
is building up a considerable client base in Northern
Ireland, the company has reported.
Quayside
with ECS
ECS European Containers N.V. was founded in the European
port of Zeebrugge in Belgium. Irish Trucker takes a
look at the companyÕs Irish activities with Operations
Manager Martin OÕShea.
Warehousing
and more
LoughranÕs Stores Ltd is cutting a dash in the warehousing
and distribution sectors, from it base in Haggardstown,
Co. Louth.
Major
investment programme nears completion
Moffett Engineering Limited, a world leader in the manufacture
of truck-mounted forklifts, will complete an £8.2
million investment programme to its factory in Dundalk
in June.
Moffett
launches M8 range
The M8, the first of a new generation of truck-mounted
forklifts to be manufactured by Moffett Engineering
in Dundalk, has been launched in Ireland.
Schenker
is set to soar in Ireland
Schenker Stinnes Logistics is one of the world’s
leading integrated logistics providers employing some
38,000 people globally. Director Paul Hyland gave Irish
Trucmker an overview of its Irish operations.
Ace's
rapid expansion continues
Jimmy Walsh (left) of Dara Creative Communications with
Mark Tracey (Ace Express Pallets)
Nolan
gets IIFA job
Pat Nolan of Two Way Forwarding and Logistics has been
elected President of the Irish International Freight
Association. Nolan has served for more than 20 years
on the Council of the Association.
Aisle-Master
up the space and pace for Castlecool
The delivery of a gas-powered Aisle-Master articulated
forklift truck to integrated logistics provider Castlecool
has enabled the company to maximise the storage density
at its new warehouse complex in Dundalk.
New
freight network opened in Mullingar
A new road haulage initiative, PalletXpress Ltd, was
recently launched by the Minister for Transport Seamus
Brennan in Mullingar. Company managing director and
well-known GAA personality Tommy Carr explains more.
COLkar
goes from strength to strength
Husband and wife Colm and Karen Mooney are steeped in
the best traditions of the haulage industry. Their company,
Colkar Transport Warehousing and Distribution continues
to go from strength to strength despite the general
malaise, which pervades the sector.
Haulier
of the Year 2004
Dublin-based Alltrans collected the highly coveted ‘Haulier
of the Year’ award at the IRHA Conference in Bunratty,
Co Clare over the Easter weekend.
At
last ... the total solution for the transport &
logistics industry!
When Paul Tuohy, MD of Alltrans decided he wanted to
take his business to the next level, he looked around
the market place and realised very quickly that the
transport management packages available all had shortcomings
and were not sufficiently comprehensive to satisfy growing
customer demands.
Up
up and away
Lufthansa Cargo is headquartered in Ireland at Cargo
Terminal 3, Corballis Park, Dublin Airport. Operations
manager Daniel Reich gave an overview of the company’s
operations to Irish Trucker.
Kealey's
container hub makes waves in the midlands
Container haulage specialist Martin Kealey recently
opened a container storage depot on a four-acre site
at Clonminan Industrial Estate, Portlaoise, Co. Laois.
Galway
student awarded scholarship by National Institute for
Transport and Logistics
Gillian Dunlop from Athenry, Co Galway has been selected
as the winner of the DHL Scholarship for the National
Institute for Transport and Logistics (NITL) MSc in
supply Chain Management (SCM).
PalletXpress
set to shake up sector
The palletised freight sector is set for a major shakeup
with the arrival of new entrant PalletXpress, based
in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath.
An
up-lifting experience
Lift - Technology specialises in the removal and installation
of heavy equipment for the print, pharmaceutical, electronic
and engineering sectors. It also runs a thriving forklift
sales and hire business. Words: John Loughran
35
years behind the wheel
Alan Singleton has just completed 35 years service with
Moira-based Allen Logistics (Northern Ireland) Ltd,
a member of the Fortec Pallet Distribution Network.
This
Achilles has no weakness
Achilles Express is one of Ireland’s leading nationwide
distribution and logistics specialists. This status
has been achieved through an unwavering insistence on
the very highest level of quality service, an approach
that has served the company and its customers well to
date and should continue to do so for the duration of
Achilles‘ life.
The
not so far Far East with Avant Air and Sea
Avant Air and Sea the collective name for Avant Air
Ltd. and Avant Shipping Agencies specialises in moving
exports / imports to and from the Far East. Director
Roy Smythe gave Irish Trucker a run down on its operations.
Celsius
chooses Thermo King
Celsius First, one of the UK’s leading providers
of frozen and chilled logistics, is rolling out the
implementation of Thermo King’s remote data downloading
system, R:COM to its natural fleet.
Food
for thought at Boyne Valley
Liam O'Brien joined Boyne Valley Foods in January 2002
to carry out a root and branch examination of the Group's
transport requirements. In little more than two years
he has completely overhauled the distribution function.
A
new breed of transport solutions provider
C21 Distribution is one of a new breed of transport
solutions providers. Director Paul Leogue reviewed the
company's 'raison d'etre' with John Loughran.
Laois
Co Co. plans E250 million hub
Laois County Council has unveiled ambitious plans to
create a transport and logistics hub, with the potential
to create 5,000 jobs, on the outskirts of Portlaoise.
Hyster
business partner network goes from strength to strength
Hyster Europe continues to boost its business partner
network in Europe.
Spring
to it
The Gleeson Group, based in Borrisoleigh, Co. Tipperary
produces Tipperary Natural Spring Water, a world renowned
Irish export. Irish Trucker took a look at its distribution
function.
Doran
has Aisle-Mastered it
Doran Transport, based in Carnew in Co. Wicklow has
taken delivery of an Aisle-Master forklift for use in
its recently extended warehouse.
SerCom
Solutions and Kuehne & Nagel forge partnership
SerCom Solutions Limited and Kuehne & Nagel, have
entered into a strategic partnership to combine their
respective capabilities in global logistics and supply
chain management solutions.
New
centre of excellence at Dundalk
Moffett Engineering Ltd is to make a significant investment
over the next three years at its plant in Dundalk Co.
Louth as part of a major ongoing programme to increase
and streamline production.
Truck-mounted
forklift market leaders join forces
Moffett Engineering Ltd and Kooiaap bv, the two biggest
names in truck-mounted forklifts have joined forces.
The new organisation to be re-named MOFFETT-KOOI, will
become the largest organisation of its kind in the world.
Door
to door
Masonite Ireland, part of the worldwide Masonite International
group, produces door facings, for supply throughout
Europe from its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
at Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim. Distribution manager
Gerry Philips and purchasing manager Brendan Dee spoke
about distribution with John Loughran.
Perish
the thought
Fresh produce company; Sam Dennigan & Co. has one
of the “tastiest” fleets of trucks and trailers
in Ireland. Transport manager Brian Jones gave Irish
Trucker an overview of the company’s operations.
The
Italian Job
Dessie Duffy isn’t quite sure how he ended up running
his own successful transport and logistics company,
but he is happy fate nudged him in the right direction.
John Loughran reports.
Cool
running
Southgate Distribution, the Ireland / UK refrigerated
groupage specialist is celebrating 10 years in the business
this year. Managing director John Buckley tells John
Loughran how the former freight forwarder has evolved
into a fully-fledged haulage company.
New
centre of excellence in Dundalk
Moffett Engineering Ltd is to make a significant investment
over the next three years at its plant in Dundalk, Co.
Louth, as part of a major ongoing programme to increase
and streamline production.
Big
enough to cope, small enough to care
AC Forwarding with offices in Rotterdam and Dublin is
a specialist freight forwarder with a penchant for lift-on
lift-off reefer distribution between Ireland and the
Benelux countries. Director and general manager of the
Dublin operation Michael Connolly gave Irish Trucker
an overview of the company's operations.
Real-time
delivery of Beckham Books by TNT
One of the greatest security operations ever undertaken
by TNT Network Logistics ended at midnight on Friday,
12 September, when the long-awaited David Beckham autobiography
was finally released to the public.
Moffett
- A critical part of the cold chain
Moffett, manufacturers of the world’s most advanced
truck mounted forklift is playing a vital role in the
cold chain process and helping to keep the nation’s
frozen and chilled foods fresh from the moment they
leave the supplier to arrival at the local supermarket
or storage site.
Brewing
up a storm
Seagael International (Ireland) is proof positive that
small can be beautiful in the world of international
freight forwarding. Founder Gerry Norton gave Irish
Trucker an overview of the company's operations.
The
generation game
Roadtrain Ltd is a third generation family run distribution,
logistics and warehousing company with few peers. For
more than 50 years, the company has catered for the
needs of a veritable feast of blue-chip companies, throughout
the island.
John Loughran reports.
Roadrunner
on line
In a time of ever dwindling margins in the road haulage
industry, small transport operators could save E200
per week or E10,400 per annum, by installing 'Roadrunner
Professional' the latest labour and cost saving solution
from Road Tech Ireland Ltd. John Loughran reports.
Irish
Supply Chain Management Services Directory 2003/2004
Since its first edition in 1987 the highly successful
Irish Transport and Logistics Services Directory has
become the definitive guide to such services and the
companies providing them in Ireland.
Sifcon
expands business with TNT Network Logistics
Sifcon International Plc, a major importer and distributor
of gift and housewares under the SIL brand, has renewed
its contract with TNT Network Logistics.
The
LYNX effect
LYNX Logistics & Transport Solutions has come a
long way in a short space of time. We caught up with
co-owner Helen O’Neill to discuss the Galway-headquartered
company’s success to date.
Licensed
to haul
Dawn Farm Distribution is the licensed haulage division
of the Dawn group of companies. UK exports manager,
Mark Curtis gave Irish Trucker an insight into the company's
operations.
Hyster's
Matrix 1000 not out
When the 1000th production model of Hyster’s groundbreaking
reach truck, the Matrix, rolled off the production line
at the Hyster plant in Italy earlier this month, it
spotlighted the runaway success which the company has
achieved in the reach truck market.
Hyster
Europe benefits from £33.5m investment in Craigavon
plant
Hyster internal combustion lift trucks, manufactured
at the NMHG (Nacco Materials Handling Group) plant in
Craigavon, Co. Armagh, will benefit from huge investment
to establish the facility as a dedicated manufacturing
Centre of Excellence.
Guaranteed
By Me
Staff at Dundalk, Co. Louth based Moffett Engineering,
home of the Moffett Mounty truck mounted forklift, knows
exactly where the buck stops when it comes to building
a quality product - it stops with them.
New
Crossland ADR GP tankers for Brit European
Brit European Transport, one of the best known road
haulage, distribution and warehousing companies in Europe,
has just taken delivery of two new 30,000 litre ADR
GP tankers from Crossland Tankers.
Hyster's
high performance electrics
Hyster has recently introduced the latest addition to
it’s range of technologically advanced, high performance
electric trucks; the J2.00-3.20XM ACX.
Longford's
shining light
It's not all doom and gloom in the road haulage industry.
An occasional shaft of light can still be seen on the
horizon, if you know where to look. Barry Express Longford
Ltd. is a prime example of a road haulage company making
light of Ireland's inclement economic conditions. John
Loughran reports.
Hyster
introduces the enhanced SpaceSaver
With the launch of the enhanced SpaceSaver S3.50XM(S)
range of forklift trucks, Hyster has dramatically widened
the purchase options available to companies looking
for a highly productive heavy-duty truck with a compact
design and tight turning circle.
Baku
looks to the future
Baku GLS Ltd, based at Rosslare Harbour in Co Wexford
specialise in full and part load door-to-door distribution
to and from Western and Eastern Europe. Director of
Transport, Leslie Devereux gave John Loughran an overview
of the company’s operations as it approaches its
third anniversary.
The
Irish Transport & Logistics Services Directory 2002
The latest edition of the Irish Transport and Logistics
Services Directory is now available. As ever, it provides
a definitive guide to the transport and logistics industries
in Ireland.
Hyster
Europe's new on-line presence
If you are in the market for a lift truck you should
check out Hyster's redesigned website, www.hyster.co.uk.
Greater
Dublin freight survey will predict future demands
The Irish Road Haulage Association has agreed to participate
in a regional freight study for the greater Dublin area
which is being conducted by a team of leading consultants
on behalf of the Dublin Transport Office.
Hyster
announces increased applications versatility for it's
H3.50-5.50XM FLT Series
The H3.50-5.50XM FLT series has proven itself popular
amongst forklift users, offering the best in driver
comfort and operating costs, as well as being easy to
drive, easy to service and built to withstand the rigours
of those applications where durability and uptime are
essential.
Cold
storage option on the Hyster Reach truck
Hysters aim when planning the design of the Matrix Reach
truck was to create a truck customers in the market
wanted.
Dwyer
wins prestigious award
Ned Dwyer, Transport Manager with M&J Gleeson &
Co in Thurles, is this year’s winner of the ABX
Logistics Award for the student who achieved the highest
result in the first year of the Chartered Institute
of Logistics & Transport’s distance learning
programme.
Hyster
launches new model
Hyster has introduced a special Raised Operator version
of its H3.50-5.50X series.
Hyster
expands its reachstacker product line
Hyster has introduced the new YardMaster range of container
handling reachstackers to its European markets.
A
reach truck with big market reach
The new R1.4-R2.5 Reach Truck, the flagship of Hyster’s
warehouse truck range, is the culmination of three years
of intensive work by the company’s warehouse truck
division.
A
quiver full of arrows
Cargo 2000 Ltd., based in Ratoath in Co Meath was established
in 1995 as a specialist freight forwarder to service
the requirements of blue-chip companies in Ireland.
20
not out!
Liam Connolly (RoadFreight) based in Lisnaskea in Co
Fermanagh celebrated 20 years in business in 2001. This
close-knit family run concern epitomises the very heart
and soul of the Irish transport industry.
Asia,
The Americas and beyond
Panalpina is one of the worldÕs leading global logistics
services providers, with more than 400 offices located
in over 200 countries on six continents.
King
of all it surveys
The rise of Cargo King is one of the mid-west’s
undoubted success stories over the last ten years. David
Sheedy outlines Cargo King’s evolution since its
foundation in 1985.
Specialists
in commercial warehousing and distribution
We talk to Russell Goode from the Hopkins Group which
started in merchandising and then made the natural progression
into its present field.
Door
to Door
BF Freight offers a complete door-to-door logistics
package including warehousing and distribution, shipping
and freight forwarding, worldwide groupage and a ship
agency.
That
Lynx effect
Lynx Transport, a subsidiary of the Lynx Group is a
prime example of a transport operator that has grown
and prospered by adapting to the ever changing needs
of the market. Operations Manager Enda McDonnell gave
John Loughran an overview of the company’s success
story.
Hi-tech
carriers
ATC Logistics based in Citywest, Dublin was established
in 1979. Offering a specialised transport service to the
computer industry the company has developed as successful
niche market through its dedication to customer service.
Coming
ashore in Donegal
Rockall Logistics Teo. is a relative newcomer to the
Irish Logistics scene. The company was formed early
in 2000 by Mr. Bill Jones and Mr. Gerard McNern and
is based in Glencolmcille, Co. Donegal.
Securicor
Omega updates Trailer Fleet with TIP
Securicor Omega Container Logistics (SOCL) are updating
their trailer fleet with the delivery of 100 new sliding
skeletals on a 3 year lease from TIP.
Servicing
the "blue chips"
T.D.G. Contract Logistics is pan European organisation
servicing the logistics requirements of major “blue
chip” customers across the Continent.
Communication
kings
Established five years ago, Hugo International Ireland
Ltd. trading as Universal Radio and Data Communications
are experts in the field of data communications. Based
at St. Margarets in Co. Dublin the company offers a
range of products ideally suited for the transport operator.
Projects Development Manager, John Carey, spoke with
Irish Trucker.
Eircom's
logistics' operations
In a market of change Central Warehouse Manager, Michael
Linnie talks of the tasks on hand at Eircom’s Clondalkin
location.
Strong
as an ox
T.L.T. Logistics was formed in January last year to
act as the distribution arm of T.L.T (International)
Ltd., who specialise in the export of live Bovine, Ovine
and Swine, Paolo Garavelli took time out from his busy
schedule to speak with Irish Trucker.
A
touch of Italian flair
Euro-Med Ireland Logistics Ltd., was established in
December 1999 to operate a car distribution terminal
in Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork from where it imports and distributes
Fiat and Alfa Romeo cars throughout Ireland.
Staying
ahead of the posse
The haulage business may be a thriving industry these
days but competition has seldom been more intense among
hauliers nationwide. Joe McGowan of Castlebellingham
is revelling in the challenge presented to him and his
company.
Handling
& Storage Equipment Ltd.
In April of this year world renowned fork truck manufacturer
Linde Lansing acquired a majority shareholding in Dublin
based Handling & Storage Equipment Ltd.. H.S.E.L.’s
Managing Director, Tony Cooke explained the benefits
of being part of a multi national company to John Loughran.
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