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Eco-Log claim up to 20% fuel reduction
Essex based company, Lysandra are claiming that their digital driving aid Eco-Log has the ability to reduce annual fuel bills by up to 20%.

HGV pollution charging on the way
According to a report from the European Commission’s in-house Joint Research Centre (JRC) the cost of charging HGVs for the polluting they generate far outweighs the impact on consumers.

Renault ‘sure fired’ driver training will lead to fuel savings
Renault are introducing a package of fuel saving measures to help soften the announcement by Renault Trucks UK managing director, Laurent Farman that with the current exchange rate of sterling against the euro it now looks very likely that new truck prices are set to rise by 15-20% when the market begins to recover.

Thieves target HGV fuel at Omagh depot
Doherty Group Haulage the Northern Ireland based transport company has said that thieves have pilfered some 2,000 litres of fuel from its fuel reservoir.

CO2 emissions on vans likely to be curbed by Europe
The greening of Europe looks likely now to include capping CO2 emissions from light commercial vehicles.

Volvo’s ‘greener’ trucks on Swedish trials
Swedish customers will act as testers for the new Volvo methane diesel engine commercial trucks as Volvo Trucks roll out their latest greener trucks.

Call for fuel duty debate in Commons
Peter Carroll, industry campaigner, has taken it upon himself to lobby the British parliament to set a date for an Early Day Motion (EDM) seeking to provide an equal platform on fuel duty for UK haulers.

Climate emission Mercedes truck gets thumbs-up
Leeds City Council have engaged the services of a gas powered Mercedes Benz Econic refuse truck which looks set to place a benchmark for this type of work.

Truckers warned of fuel theft
Truck drivers have been issued with a warning from the Thames Valley Police to be on the alert to fuel theft.

Call for truckers to join carbon reduction scheme
An ambitious project is being rolled out the Freight Transport Association (FTA) looking to enlist the service of haulers to join their Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme (LCRS).

Volvo’s Fuel Management Service in demand
Scottish based truck company, Maxi Haulage has acquired the services’ of Volvo’s Fuel Management Service (FSM). The deal will see the haulage firm take on a three year contract to service its 21 vehicle fleet.

Iveco launch fuel efficient vans
Iveco are setting the trend in the climate control debate with the launch of their new series of vans providing improved emissions.

IRU praised for climate initiative by EU Vice President Tajani
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) was praised by the European Union Vice President, Antonio Tajani for their initiative in seeking to reduce their industry’s carbon emissions by 30% by the year 2030.

Comprehensive study of air pollution published
In what is regarded as the most comprehensive study of air pollution was published by the Heatlh Effects Institute (HEI).

IRU lead way on CO2 emissions
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) have taken the lead in the effort to reduce CO2 emissions with a resolution to voluntary seek the road transport industry to cut emissions by 30% by 2030.

Irish hauliers looking at UK fuel price increase
Irish hauliers who have to avail of fuel when working in the UK look set to see their costs increase as the price of diesel is being predicted to rise by 5p per litrle by the end of March.

Sub zero temperatures could pose problems for truck drivers
With the country in the grip of a severe arctic spell of freezing weather and daytime temperatures recording zero in many areas drivers of diesel vehicles should be aware of the dangers posed to their engines from extreme sub zero temperatures.

Climate change to be driven by transport community
While the worlds’ leaders failed to come to any meaningful conclusion at the climate change talks at Cophenagen the freight industry have taken the lead with their approach to reducing carbon emissions.

Mercedes ‘gas’ it up to move in right direction
Mercedes-Benz have just loaned out on a six month trial to Warburtons their low entry cab with a low emission and a gas fuelled engine.

Tesco ‘sweet’ on the environment
In a concerted effort involving confectionery giants, Mars and Nestles and retail outlet giants, Tesco the need to reduce carbon footprint is now a matter of principal.

IRHA: job losses and increased cost by-product of harsh budget
Vincent Caulfied, President of the Irish Road Hauliers Association did little to disguise his disappointment at the outcome of Minister for Finance, Brian Lenihan’s harsh budget on Wednesday last.

British transport companies express disbelief at 16% duty rise
Just like their Irish counterparts, the Road Haulage Association (UK) was quick to express their disappointment with Chancellor Darling after he decided in his budget submission to increase diesel.

UK hauliers bruised by Darling
Simon Chapman, chief economist with FTA, is scathing in his remarks on the government’s claim of the fuel duty escalator as a ‘green tax’ describing it as primarily a ‘revenue raising tool’.

Budget fuel increase set to cause transport pain
Transport companies across the country are set to take the pain of a new carbon tax on fuel which is set to be introduced in Wednesday’s budget.

Stralis units meet emissions level
Five new Stralis Active Time tractors units which have recently gone into service with Kent based hauliers, E.H. Nicholls and Alan Firmin are the first tractor units in the UK to meet the Enhanced Environmentally friendly Vehicle (EEV) emissions level.

Hauliers hold breath as carbon tax set for Budget introduction
Fear is being expressed by the haulage business community that the upcoming budget could see a counter-productive introduction of a carbon tax that would effectively put an extra four cent on the price of a litre of petrol.

Transport organisation committed to carbon reduction
Road transport body the IRU has given a commitment ahead of the UN Commission on Sustainable Development to be held in May 2010 that it is prepared to reduce emissions by 30% by 2030.

Volvo’s easy personal CO2 count
As part of the Volvo Group’s commitment to their environmental programme the company has created a ‘Reduce your carbon emission’ with their new personal CO2 counter, Commute Greener.

Hauliers at odds with proposed new carbon levy
The Green Party came under severe criticism for its budget proposals on carbon tax which according to a former prominent member of the Irish Road Hauliers Association, Jimmy Quinn, is a smash and grab policy on the road transport business.

Petrol fumes could be cause of road anger
Recent scientific research has revealed that exposure to petrol fumes could be a major factor in causing road rage.

 

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Is decoupling the fuel answer
That perennial chestnut Ð the essential user rebate on fuel duty for hauliers, has raised its head again in the UK.

Lubricants for all occasions
All machinery requires some form of lubricant to ensure its smooth running and Laois based C.C Lubricants prides itself in supplying everything to do with the oil industry.

Transport emissions
The road transport industry is in the dock again, this time over rising CO2 emissions. John Loughran reports.

Longford Town Council goes green
Longford Town Council recently became the first local authority in Ireland to switch its entire fleet of vehicles from regular auto diesel to biodiesel. And as Longford Town Council administrative officer Mark McNerney explains, the changeover has been a complete success.

Dublin Port Company and Topaz Energy sign deal to open Ireland's largest service station
EU7 million investment will bring a European motorway style station to Dublin with facilities including fuel, washing, restaurant and rest rooms.

Petrol Pump and Tank installation experts
Jim Crowley Petrol Pump and Tank Installations was formed in the mid eighties and grew steadily over the years supplying mostly second hand mechanical pumps at first and later re-conditioned electronic pumps imported from the UK to meet the growing demand for unleaded petrol.

Biofuels for Transport
Biofuels for Transport, the first pilot project of its kind between the Department of Transport and the German-Irish Chamber of Commerce was unveiled last month. John Loughran reports.

Emo Oil opens new Fuelcard facility in Rathcoole
Ireland’s fastest growing oil company – Emo Oil – recently opened its latest Superfuel 24 Fuelcard facility at Greenogue Business Park in Rathcoole and with large transport vehicles now banned from Dublin’s city centre, the opening of such a facility couldn’t be more opportune.

Oil distributors a step ahead
Belfast Oil Supplies is currently undertaking considerable expansion. Laura Gilpin, one of the partners, spoke to Cian Ó Raghallaigh.

Longevity the key for Coynes
M&J Coyne Fuel Merchant and Transport Company have been serving West Kildare for the past four generations. Managing Director Martin Coyne spoke to Irish Trucker about why the business has been so successful during that period.

Legislation looms large
Three pieces of legislation, two national and one European could have far reaching consequences for the Irish road haulage industry. John Loughran reports.

Ford/Maxol Bio-Ethanol initiative launched
On Tuesday, September 27th Maxol, Ireland’s leading independent oil company owned by the McMullan family, and Ford Ireland, announced the launch of Ireland’s first bio-ethanol car, the Ford Focus FFV, and the opening by Maxol of the country’s first bio-ethanol fuelling pump at its Beach Road service station in Sandymount, Dublin 4.

Better Network!
Everywhere you look today the media bombards us with the news of an increase in the price of oil.

IRHA calls for fuel duty relief
A delegation from Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) met with Finance Minister Brian Cowen at the end of July in a bid to secure a reduction in excise duty on diesel for licensed and tax compliant hauliers. Irish Trucker reports.

The biofuels debate
With fuel prices at all-time highs, and crude oil prices surpassing $60 per barrel, perhaps now is the time for the Government to seriously enter the biofuels debate.

Fuelplus - Fuelling the nation!
FuelPlus, a new concept for “on the road refuelling” in Ireland is building a reputation for both service and value.

Fuel crisis
Hundreds of haulage operators could be forced out of business and hundreds more could be forced into the black economy in the coming months if diesel prices remain at current all-time highs. John Loughran reports.

Volvo and Statoil agree joint fuel cell venture
Volvo and Norwegian oil and gas producer Statoil has entered into a joint venture to develop fuel cell technology to solve the environmental problems posed by running truck engines at idle.

Oiling the wheels
Gem Oils Ltd carved out its own little bit of history on Friday April 8 when it opened a brand new facility close to its existing premises at Regaskin, Co. Cavan.

Heil signs agreement with Formula International
Heil Trailer International has developed rental agreement with Formula International.

On TOP of the world
TOP Finn View Service Station, located at Clady Bridge, Cloughfinn, Co. Donegal opened for business in July 2004. Here Irish Trucker speaks to owner Michael Doherty, who is carving out an impressive reputation in the fuels and lubes retail and distribution business in the North West.

IRHA welcomes CET u-turn
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has welcomed the Government’s decision to shelve its plans to introduce a Carbon Energy Tax at the beginning of next year. John Loughran reports.

Hauliers need an Essential User Rebate
Transport operators across the country are feeling the pinch like never before as diesel prices continue to soar. In a special report John Loughran argues the case for the introduction of an Essential User Rebate for hauliers.

Donoghue scoops prestigious award
Cavan native Joe Donoghue is a truck driver with few peers. His life-long dedication to customer service was rewarded at the end of April when he scooped second prize in the Federation of Petroleum Suppliers' "Driver of the Year" competition. John Loughran reports

The wiser fuel card
Through its unswerving commitment to customer care, fuel card company Fuelwise has developed a reputation that is second to none.

CSC Group
The CSC Group has made significant inroads into the fuel card market in Ireland and the UK since its establishment in 1993.

Diesel prices - a little good news
Continually rising fuel costs are a major worry, and seriously affect the bottom line, determining the difference between profit and loss on a job.

Tolls will prove a bridge too far
Toll charges and the impending carbon energy tax are issues that will have a negative impact on the haulage industry over the next 12 months, according to Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) communications director Jimmy Quinn. Words: John Loughran.

Safer by Design
BP is taking delivery of 30 new petroleum semi-trailers from Heil Trailer International, which have a number of features making them among the safest on the road.

New fuel payment system hits the forecourts of Ireland
Eirpay, in association with O2 Ireland, has announced a revolutionary new system that makes purchasing fuel from petrol stations faster and more convenient for customers.

Fleetguard introduces Enviroguard TM
Fleetguard, a leading worldwide manufacturer of filtration, exhaust, chemical and cooling system products for heavy-duty diesel applications, has launched Enviroguard TM .

Hoyer - a leading transport solutions provider
Hoyer Ireland is part of the Hoyer GmbH Group, which was founded in Hamburg in 1946. The Irish operation commenced in 1986. Managing director Donal O’Sullivan and operations manager (non fuels) Conor Sheehy gave Irish Trucker an insight into the company’s distribution activities in Ireland.

RHA and Statoil strike Irish fuel card deal
The Road Haulage Association (UK & NI) is teaming up with Statoil Ireland Ltd to offer its members a new Irish Fuel Card.

Whale in Mombasa
Whale Tankers has built a 9,000 litre hazardous waste vacuum tanker designed to carry flammable wastes with a flashpoint below 21oC.

Laundered diesel usage is on the increase
Laundered diesel has been in circulation for many years but by and large hauliers have resisted the temptation of using this highly illegal fuel because of its potentially harmful effects on engines. However, its use in the haulage industry may be on the increase, writes John Loughran.

Fleetguard launches Fleet-techTM Microbicide for fuel system protection
Fleetguard, a leading worldwide manufacturer of filtration, exhaust, cooling system and chemical products for heavy-duty diesel applications, has released Fleet-techTM Microbicide, a high performance fuel additive for fuel system protection against microbial contamination (‘bugs’).

Tanked Up
Pat Cassidy, Gerry Edwards, Michael Marron and Peter McCabe established PC Roto Moulding Ltd in 1996 when they perceived a gap in the market for a range of high quality domestic and commercial 'bunded' plastic fuel storage tanks and related waste management products. John Loughran visited the company's highly impressive manufacturing facility in Ardee Co Louth and filed this report.

Oiling the wheels
Donegal Oil has been fuelling the economic heart of the North West for almost 50 years. Managing Director Arthur McMahon gave Irish Trucker an overview of the company's operations.

Maxol FuelNet scoops InterTrade Ireland award
Maxol FuelNet picked up the “Best Large Business” North and South accolade at the second annual InterTrade Ireland all island trade and business awards, which took place at the Four Seasons Hotel in Dublin on Thursday 22nd May.

Fuel management made simple
Eirkey Forecourt Advertising Ltd designs, manufactures and installs
one of the most reliable, low cost fuel management systems available on the Irish market. PJ Ryan the system's designer exalted the benefits of the
EirFuel Fuel Management System to Irish Trucker.

 

Excise Duty on diesel set to rise in EU move
In recent years the road haulage industry in Northern Ireland has been filling up - in increasing numbers - south of the border as a result of a huge price differential in road diesel.

Oiling the wheels
Matt Geraghty Oil Company Ltd is a leading supplier of petrol, diesel, home heating oil kerosene and associated products in counties Galway, Roscommon and Longford. Managing Director, Declan Geraghty gave John Loughran an overview of the company’s operations.

Diesel prices hit new high
Diesel prices in Ireland are now the fourth dearest in the eurozone according to figures just released by the International Road Transport Union.

The crude facts
The summer of 2000 will be remembered for haulier-led protests throughout Europe including Ireland as fuel prices throughout the continent spiraled out of control on the back of a tightening of production quotas by OPEC.

Disharmony over harmonisation
A European Commission proposal to harmonise excise duty on diesel for road hauliers across Europe by 2010 has been sharply criticised by the Government because it would impact of Ireland's sovereignty.

Shell celebrates 100 years in Ireland
Tanaiste Mary Harney TD recently launched “Down Many a Road”, the story of Shell in Ireland from 1902 to 2002. The book has been commissioned by Shell to mark the company’s centenary and has been written by Bob Montgomery, based on research, interviews and the personal reminiscences of former company staff.

Fuelling better times
Beatty Fuels is a success story born out of hard work, creative thinking and adherence to the principal that the customer is king. Here Kevin Carney talks to managing director of the company, George Beatty about the genesis and evolution of his firm.

 

The history of URSA
URSA was the first lubricant manufactured using non-paraffinic heavy crude oil, providing superior deposit control and improved moisture control.

Quality lubricants by definition
The Oxford English dictionary succinctly defines the word lubricant as a substance used to reduce friction.

Gem Oils Ltd. continue to sparkle
Gem Oils Ltd. based in Regaskin, Cavan is celebrating 40 years in business this year. The family run company specialises in the packaging and distribution of an extensive range of high quality oils and lubricants for use in the transport, quarrying, agricultural and pharmaceutical sectors.

Oil's well with Chevron Texaco
Texaco is best known for selling petrol. However its Havoline and Ursa brand of motor oil products are in demand by some of the top airlines, motor manufacturing companies and fleet managers in the world. The company’s Sales Manager in Ireland Paddy Murphy, tells us why. Words: Kevin Carney

Shell Rimula Driveline delivering greater fuel economy
Shell continually seeks to build partnerships with customers to help them achieve greater efficiencies and competitiveness.

Maxol, quality and customer service
Maxol Lubricants Ltd. has been offering quality products and customer service to Irish industry north and South for over a decade. Already an ISO9002 company, it is proud to be the only Irish Oil company to have achieved the highly regarded ISO14001 environmental accreditation.

Castrol - Simply the best!
Unless you've lived all your life on Mars, the Castrol name and logo will be instantly recognisable. Try marrying the brand awareness of Hoover and Coca-Cola and you get the picture.

Lubricating a demanding market
In the dog-eat-dog world of the transport industry, efficiency is the operative word in every sense.

OPEC still packs a punch
The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) may no longer have the same power and influence as it had in the early 1970's, but the oil cartel still packs a powerful punch. Here, John Loughran reveals its goals.

Gills (entrepreneurial) spirit
The Gill Group based in Church Road, Ballina, Co. Mayo epitomises the entrepreneurial spirit of modern day Ireland.

Interlube Systems arrive on Irish market
Interlube Systems Ltd based in Plymouth, Devon produce high quality centralised lubrication systems that help business work smarter, not harder.

Oiling the wheels of progress
Tougher Oil is at the cutting edge of the oil distribution business in this country. Its forward-looking approach to customer care and service looks set to consolidate its pole position in the industry even further.

 

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