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Vanfleet - delivering the goods for 75 years
Celebrating 75 years in existence, Vanfleet Transport Ltd. is one of Ireland’s premier distribution companies. Having expanded its fleet substantially over the past three years in line with favourable customer projections, this stellar family business is in a stronger position now than it’s ever been.
CILT International 2012 AGM
Notice is hereby given that: the Annual General Meeting of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport will be held at the Marriott Forest of Arden Hotel, Meriden, West Midlands, UK, on Tuesday 12 June 2012.
On the international trail with Eamonn Barrett
Coming up on 15 years in business, Eamonn Barrett International Transport in Co Limerick are continuing to lead the way in international haulage. Irish Trucker spoke to the Managing Director himself to find out more.
Bid for Euro 2020 would boost logistics
The logistics industry would be set for a major workload if Ireland were successful in a joint bid alongside Scotland and Wales to host the 2020 European soccer championships.
FTA welcome A8 work
The Freight Transport Association has welcomed the announcement by Regional Development Minister Danny Kennedy of his decision to proceed with the £100 million A8 Belfast to Larne dual carriageway scheme.
Nightline celebrates 20 years as An Tánaiste pays tribute
Nightline, Ireland’s number one independent parcel delivery company recently celebrated its twentieth year in business which coincided with a visit from An Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore TD to its headquarters in North Dublin.
Donnelly Transport offer multifaceted service
Specialising in a variety of areas including bulk liquids and steel transportation, Donnelly Transport Ltd. is a multifaceted operation has grown from strength to strength during the twelve years since its inception and is now a successful, established business in both the UK and Ireland.
First Volvo FH16-750 in Northern Ireland for V Fraser & Sons
V Fraser & Sons Ltd, based in Cookstown, County Tyrone, have recently taken delivery of a Volvo FH16-750 tractor unit from Volvo Truck & Bus dealer, Dennison Commercials - the truck is the first of its kind in Northern Ireland.
Company given record fine over forklift death
A farming company prosecuted under corporate manslaughter law has been fined a record £187,500, plus £13,000 costs, over the death of an employee.
JobBridge scheme adds 1,000 places
A further 1,000 places are being added to the JobBridge National Internship Scheme, Social Protection Minister Joan Burton has announced.
Farrelly Heavy Haulage celebrates five years in business
Farrelly Heavy Haulage Ltd is celebrating five years in business and what better time to talk to founder and director George Farrelly about the successful Co. Meath-based company.
Company closures continue
An average of five companies a day went bust in April with 154 insolvencies recorded, a 15pc rise on the 130 insolvencies recorded in March, latest InsolvencyJournal.ie figures revealed yesterday.
Trans X Logistics delivers on their promise
Since its establishment in 2007, Trans X Logistics in Baldonnell, Co Dublin has quickly grown to become a leading nationwide distribution company. Irish Trucker spoke to the company’s Managing Director, Eugene Ward, about what his business has to offer and his plans for the future.
Jobs for Artic Drivers
Following on from their successful partnership with the Ventura Bus company in the recruitment of Bus drivers for jobs in Australia, the Swilly Group has been asked to assist in the recruitment of 20 Articulated Truck drivers for a major haulage company for work in Ireland.
Dynaco partnership seals easilift’s loading bay credentials
The growth of roll-up door specialist Dynaco into the United Kingdom is being achieved with the support of Easilift Loading Systems. As the company’s leading national UK distributor, Easilift is able to offer Dynaco doors as part of its total loading bay solutions.
China trade hub to boost economy
The first phase of a massive international China trade hub in the Midlands has been given the go-ahead by planning authorities.
Trusting the experts in removals
Whether it be business or domestic, moving can be a stressful procedure that can cause all sorts of problems and this is where the professionals come in.
Liquidator appointed to logistics firm
A provisional liquidator has been appointed by the High Court to logistics company Flancare Clonmel Distribution Ltd, which employs more than 200 people.
TNT Express wins Franz Edelman Award
TNT Express was awarded the 2012 Franz Edelman Award for its "Global Optimisation" program (GO).
DHL announces logistics partnership with Paralympics Ireland
DHL, the world’s leading logistics company, has announced it has become the “Official Logistics Partner” to the 2012 Irish Paralympic Team.
Olympics boost for freight
With less than 100 days to go to the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Games, the UK’s Freight Transport Association (FTA) has published a guide to managing deliveries in the capital during the summer.
Irish logistics firm record pre-tax profit
Pre-tax profits at logistics firm Schenker (Ireland) Ltd increased by 3% in 2010 to €1.3m, new figures show.
DPD Ireland expands Athlone facility creating 50 new jobs
DPD Ireland, Ireland’s leading express parcel carrier, today, 19th April 2012, announced a further expansion of its fulfilment and distribution facility in Athlone, Co. Westmeath. And with its latest expansion, DPD expects to create over 50 new positions over the next 18 months.
Parcel firm to create 50 jobs
A parcel delivery firm has expanded its operations and today announced plans to create 50 new jobs.
FedEx expands
FedEx, who has branches in Ireland is to acquire privately-held Polish package and mail operator Opek in a deal that sees the US firm advance its European expansion plans on the heels of rival UPS’s US$6.8 billion offer for TNT Express.
Just the right temperature
Coming up on their 20th anniversary, Zellwood Ltd continues to be one of the country’s leading contract management and logistics solutions providers. Irish Trucker spoke to the company’s Operations Manager, Patrick Quearney, about the family run business, located in north Dublin.
South Side Company joins Irelands Leading Transport Network
Libra Trans a south Dublin based company providing same day courier and light transport solutions and services for Dublin and nationwide
Five firms going bust a day: survey
Figures have been released showing that five firms a day are going bust.
Libra Trans becomes newest TPN member
Libra Trans, a south Dublin based company providing same day courier and light transport solutions and servicesfor Dublin and nationwide, has become the latest member of Ireland’s leading freight and logistics network, TPN (The Pallet Network).
Trucker donates kidney to colleague
Truck drivers Gerry Campbell and Brian Gaskin from Dundalk share a lifetime bond and friendship. The two friends underwent one of Ireland’s first and very rare living kidney transplants operations involving a non-relative (not involving a family member to another).
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