Hudson
Bros launch new EnviroScreed product
Well-known sand and gravel company Hudson Brothers Ltd
have developed their new EnviroScreed product at their
concrete laboratory in Co. Wicklow. And company director
Peter Hudson is confident that it will prove a hit with
builders up and down the country.
Coshla
Quarries services new N6 dual carriageway
Coshla Quarries Ltd in Athenry was proud to provide
material for the new N6 dual carriageway between Ballinasloe
and Galway, which opened in December. Quarry manager
Martin Collins explains more.
A
new string to Walsh's bow
Times are tough in the building game but there’s
no point, as the saying goes, blubbing about spilt milk.
With one eye firmly on the future, Waterford firm Walsh
Quarries has set about expanding its client base with
a new readymix division.
Twenty
years a-growing
Celebrating 20 years in business this year, Kilmurray
Precast Concrete Ltd in Mullingar has earned a reputation
as one of the midlands’ leading precast suppliers
and builders providers. It also operates a quarry in
nearby Rhode, Co. Offaly, which is managed by Conor
Kilmurray
Supply
& Demand
Mullafarry Quarry Ltd is a family run business that
has been trading since the early sixties and Irish Trucker
profiles the Mayo based company in this month’s
edition of the magazine.
Ready
to satisfy
The quarry industry is one of the oldest in the country,
but like all walks of businesses, it has been hit by
the current economic recession and during these times,
it takes a lot of thought and hard work to ensure the
safe future of a company.
Reducing
Ireland's carbon footprint
From its base at Robertstown, County Kildare, Hanlon
Concrete Products Ltd. (HCP) has - over the past 48
years - forged a stellar reputation as a genuine leader
in its chosen field of expertise. Irish Trucker caught
up with general manager Michael Moylan to get an insight
into this trailblazing, environmentally-friendly and
customer-orientated concern.
Clearing
all obstacles
Joe Flynn Site Excavations is in a class of its own
when it comes to the specialist fields of demolition,
site excavation and mobile cranes. As well as its core
areas of excellence, the Blessington-headquartered company
is also a fully-registered and –permitted waste
collector. All in all, Joe Flynn Site Excavations has
come a long way since its genesis in 1996.
Ready,
steady, mix
Based just outside Athenry in County Galway, Esker Readymix
continues to go from strength to strength, with environmentally-friendly
GGBS cement playing a key role in the venerable firm’s
success. Despatch Supervisor Ollie Forde spoke to Irish
Trucker.
Kereen
still going strong
Providing a quality and reliable service to a loyal
customer base has resulted in Kereen Quarries Ltd continuing
to trade successfully during these difficult times.
Durability
the key
The success of a business can often be measured by how
long the company has been in operation and given that
guide, Campion Quarries Ltd are a very successful firm.
Diggin'
a livin
For the past 15 years, Bonar’s Quarries have been
supplying stone, concrete and blocks to a large customer
base in the Donegal area and Geraldine Bonar spoke to
Irish Trucker about the success of the company to date.
AT
your service
AT Sand & Gravel Ltd. provides a thorough nationwide
service, supplying top quality products to the precast
industry, builders and the general public alike.
Across
the globe
Before the Celtic Tiger hit this country in the early
nineties, emigration was common place among the younger
generation as they set about seeking their fortune in
lands far afield.
A
proud tradition
For over 50 years, the Fitzsimons name has been synonymous
with the haulage business in and around Navan, County
Meath. Damian Fitzsimons’ father, and grandfather
before him, got the family business up and running and
Damian now oversees the various facets of the operation
alongside his daughter, Robyn
Out
of site ...
Joe Flynn Site Excavations specialises in demolition,
site excavation and mobile cranes. Newly-relocated to
a larger depot in Blessington, the company is also a
fully-registered waste collection permit holder, covering
a number of regions. Irish Trucker spoke to founder
Joe Flynn about the twelve-year history of his company.
Supplying
the nation
In April 2004 Lagan Holdings Limited was restructured
into five separate companies each following more closely
its specific activities and in 2006 the Lagan companies
reported a combined turnover of £
A
decade of progression
Within ten short years, Shane Tully Plant Hire &
Groundworks has certainly come a long way. The company
offers a varied service, providing the construction
industry with a wide range of stone products from its
quarry in Ballina as well as ancillary plant hire and
construction services.
Carrickboy
Quarries - the crushed stone specialists
Carrickboy Quarries Ltd is a leading supplier of crushed
stone in midlands area. The Co. Longford-based company
was established four years ago by brothers Albert and
Dermot Manning, whose background is steeped in quarrying.
McQuaid
Quarries continue to supply
Ireland has a number of quarry based companies that
supply sand and gravel etc to the many building firms
and the private sector throughout the country.
Boyle
having a blast at western base
Gerry McManus set up Boyle Quarries Ltd in 2002. Quarry
Manager Dermot Gilheaney was involved in its establishment
and as he explained to Cian O Raghallaigh, all at the
company have thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
McElvaney
Motors: Rock solid deal with Roadstone
In early 2006 McElvaney Motors secured a sale of 8 trucks
to Roadstone.
Quarry
company set for the long haul
Allman Stone Ltd have proven themselves in both the
haulage and stone-crushing business over the last few
years. Now they aim to maintain their success writes
Cian O Raghallaigh.
Donnell
& Ellis - the heavy haulage specialists
Donnell & Ellis is a thriving transport/heavy haulage
firm based in Omagh, Co. Tyrone. The company offers
quick, reliable, efficient and cost effective solutions
for the movement of quarry equipment and large plant
machinery in Ireland, the UK and Europe.
Demand
for quarry vehicles
Demand for short-term hire of quarry related road vehicles
has been a major factor in Kel-Berg Trailers and Trucks
Ltd decision to enter this market.
Generations
of quarrying excellence
Kereen Quarries Ltd. is a well-run family business that
is going stronger than ever half a century down the
line. Proprietor Michael Cummins has overseen a period
of considerable growth for the past decade or so and
intends to consolidate the Dungarvan companyÕs status
in the greater scheme of things. Irish Trucker met up
with the personable director to retrace KereenÕs history
and, naturally, we decided to check out the impressive
fleet while we were thereÉ
A
local dispute
Upwards on 50 jobs in the haulage industry could be
created in Co. Limerick if the local council gives the
green light to a proposed limestone quarry in Ferrybridge
near Kildimo. But opposition to the plan is mounting.
A
crushing blow
During the mid-seventies, Thomas Noel O’Reilly
made the momentous decision to open his own quarry and
supply many contractors in the area with crushed stone.
The
plant hire and quarry specialists
Tom Marsh Plant Hire and Quarry Supplies is a thriving
operation based in Broadford, Co. Clare. Here, Tom Marsh
provides us with the lowdown on what the company has
to offer and explains how the construction boom has
contributed to the businessÕ growth.
Rock
and roll
Rhyne Rock Ltd is a family-owned business that works
in the quarry industry and managing director Mick Blessington
reviewed the company’s success with Irish Trucker.
New
guidelines regulating quarries
In April 2004, the Department of the Environment, Heritage
and Local Government issued planning authorities with
new guidelines for regulating quarries and ancillary
activities.
Aggregate
Score
Providing a nationwide service, Irish Aggregates Ltd.
is Ireland’s leading supplier of decorative aggregates
to the construction and landscaping industries. Irish
Trucker paid a visit to the company’s County Cork
depot to find out more.
Transport
in the blood
Slane Co. Meath native, Brendan Bagnall has carved out
a successful career in the haulage industry, sub-contracting
to Roadstone Provinces Ltd in the North East. He took
time out from his busy schedule to talk trucking with
Irish Trucker.
Callan
continues to expand
Callan Sand & Gravel has carved out a fine reputation
for the supply of sand gravel and associated quarry
products, since the company was formed in 2003. Irish
Trucker visited the company at its headquarters near
Naas, in Co. Kildare and found out that it has considerably
more than one string to its bow.
Kerrigan's
Quarry and Plant Hire goes from strength to strength
Seamus Kerrigan invested in his first excavator in 1971
and worked on land reclamation, forestry plantation
and road making.
Clare's
Mr Chips
Bobby O’Connell has close on 30 years experience
in the quarrying industry, and has a fine reputation
as supplier of high quality crushed rock and associated
quarry products.
Hugh
P. on haulage
Hugh P. Doherty has been in construction haulage and
site clearance for more than quarter of a century. Irish
Trucker caught up with the affable haulier at his base
in Buncrana, Co. Donegal and filed his report.
Train
with the professionals
If you are interested in a driving career in the haulage,
construction or quarrying sectors or just want to hone
your driving skills, MJM Training in Ballygawley, Co.
Tyrone offers a wide range of training courses, out
of the very top drawer.
Barrett's
continue to grow
The Barrett Group, encompassing Neill Mullin & Sons
and Mullin Concrete, is a leading supplier of concrete
products on both sides of the Border. John Loughran
reports.
Tipping
the scales as the IRHA prepares to change the guard
Over the years the IRHA has campaigned vigorously on
the issue of unlicensed haulage. The association will
continue to lobby in this regard, while Caulfield is
at the rudder, he assured Irish Trucker.
Keeping
it in the family
The McDaid family has been involved in the quarrying
industry in their native Co. Donegal for more than 40
years. In a special report Irish Trucker reviews the
family’s long and proud track record.
The
Blessington brothers
The topography of north Wicklow lends itself to the
extraction of sand and gravel. One of the best exponents
of the trade, Hudson Brothers Ltd has more than 30 years
experience in the business. Tom Hudson gave Irish Trucker
an overview of the company's operations.
A
proud family tradition
The McCaffrey name has been synonymous with the quarrying
industry in Co. Fermanagh for three generations. Based
in Teemore, Derrylin, McCaffrey Concrete Products Ltd
carries on a proud family tradition that stretches back
more than 60 years.
Sands
of time
Meath man Damien Dixon recently established his own
sand and gravel company at Raharney, Co Westmeath. Damien
told Irish Trucker his move away from muck shifting
and site clearance was a natural progression.
Brother
and sister in arms
Callan Sand & Gravel supplies sand, gravel and associated
quarry products to a host of customers throughout Co.
Kildare and the greater Dublin area. Company secretary
Elaine Callan gave Irish Trucker an overview of the
company's operations.
A
quarry company with few peers
WJ &H Crozier consisting of partners Harry, Alan,
Philip and Geoffrey Crozier, based at Outlack Road,
Armagh has few peers in the quarrying sector in Northern
Ireland, producing a wide range of products including
clean aggregates, bitmac and asphalt. Company director
and transport manager Geoffrey Crozier took time out
from his busy schedule to speak with Irish Trucker.
Building
on solid foundations in the sunny south east
Murphy Construction Services just outside Wexford Town
was established in 1996 by local businessman Liam Murphy.
It has been onwards and upwards for this progressive
company ever since. John Loughran filed this report
from the sunny southeast.
A
family affair
Limerick based Moore Transport is a family owned and
run quarry haulage company par excellence. Founder Pat
Moore took time out from his busy schedule to speak
with Irish Trucker.
Quarryfit
- a total solutions provider
Quarryfit Ltd specialises in the manufacture, erection
and maintenance of quarry plant and machinery from its
base in Carrickmore, near Omagh in Co. Tyrone. Owner
Terry McGee told Irish Trucker the company can offer
an all encompassing service to quarry owners.
Moving
mountains
Bobby O'Connell and Sons based in Ardnacrusha in Co
Clare celebrates 25 years in quarrying this year. John
Loughran visited the company's impressive 47-acre quarry
last month and was overawed by the sheer scale of operations.
The
Boys for the Black Stuff
All truck drivers show a certain degree of pride in
their vehicles through accessorisation and an individual
personal touch. However, Co. Cork haulier John Flaherty
has taken this to the furthest extreme and achieved
what can only be described as the smartest tipper in
active service here. Maintained in showroom condition
despite its arduous two year working life, the 8x4 Scania
114C is one of two currently run by John’s company
Pearl Transport.
Regular
roadside assistance - and much more besides
Belfast-based John Beers Plant & Commercial Repairs
specialises in the repair of lorries, trailers, diggers
and essentially all types of vehicles and machinery.
Its wide-ranging sphere of expertise also extends to
incorporate a comprehensive 24-hour breakdown recovery
service.
A
family affair
B McCaffrey & Sons Ltd, specialises in producing
readymix concrete and limestone products from its base
at Derrylin in Co Fermanagh. Transport manager, Sean
McCaffrey gave an overview of the company’s operations
to John Loughran.
P.Clarke
& Sons purchase Scania from McElvaney Motors Ltd
P. Clarke & Sons Ltd, based in Lisnaskea, Co. Fermanagh
was incorporated in 1953, although the business has
been trading since 1930. Today, the company has 200
employees and has offices in Dublin, Cavan, Sligo, Portlaoise
and New Ross.
TBF
Thompson teams up with Atlas Terex
The TBF Thompson Group has been a distributor of construction
and quarrying equipment for more than 40 years. Recently
the company was appointed sole distributors for the
island of Ireland for Atlas Terex truck mounted cranes.
Sales director for the Republic of Ireland Garry Kehoe
told John Loughran the group is delighted with the appointment.
No
stone unturned
Ballyboden Stone Quarry Ltd., is a family owned and
run business which specialises in the supply of the
highest quality crushed stone, sand and gravel, in counties
Dublin and Wicklow and offers site clearance and onsite
crushing and screening throughout the country. John
Loughran reports.
Construction
hauliers feel the squeeze
For years construction haulage owner-operators have
been encouraged by consignors to overload their vehicles
to compensate for poor rates.
Getting
the mix right
Euro Truckmixers Ltd, based near Cookstown in Co Tyrone
has developed a new lightweight truck mounted concrete
mixer in response to growing market demand. Owner Danny
McIvor told John Loughran that the company’s new
mixer is up to 1,000kgs lighter than competing mixers
on the market.
The
trucker friendly TD
Conor Lenihan came to prominence as a champion of construction
hauliers earlier this year when RTE's Prime Time programme
highlighted the problem of overloading in the construction
sector.
Like
father, like son
His father Gus has spent more than 40 years behind the
wheel. Paul and his brother Paddy followed in their
father’s footsteps as John Loughran found out.
Moving
Mountains
White Mountain Quarries, part of the Lagan Group was
established in 1960 on the outskirts of Belfast.
Going
it alone
John Kenny set up his own transport company in 1990
when the opportunity arose to haul bulk cement for Roadstone
Provinces Ltd., in the Galway area. He looked back on
an eventful ten years with John Loughran.
A
window of opportunity
Eyeing an opportunity and then seizing the moment is
what makes entrepreneurs stand out from the rest of
us mere mortals. In this regard, Tyrone native Sean
Jordan is a man who is deserving of our respect.
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