When it comes to loading bay equipment, trust Easilift to deliver
As one of the foremost loading bay equipment suppliers, Easilift Loading Systems continues to win major contracts from some of Europe’s leading companies.
DB Schenker takes competitive spirit to a new level
Little did Schenker (Ireland) Ltd realise when it appointed Pat Purcell as Regional Account Executive West Region and Chris Deans as Regional Account Executive East Region that it would be the start of a company-wide sporting battle.
Cappoquin to close, 250 jobs gone
One of the country’s best known food producers, Cappoquin Chickens whose trucks can be seen all over the country is set to close down with 250 people to be made redundant.
Freight firm to set up base in Ireland
One hundred jobs are to be created after a freight company announced it is to set up its European headquarters in Dublin.
New Thorworld website provides loads more handling solutions online
The all-new website for Thorworld Industries, a leading manufacturer and supplier of loading and unloading equipment, has now gone live at www.thorworld.co.uk.
Loads more handling solutions in new Thorworld catalogue
Loading and unloading equipment specialists, Thorworld Industries Ltd has published its new 2008/9 product range catalogue, packed full of materials handling solutions for specifiers, buyers and users of loading bay equipment, accessories and safety aids.
Open Day at Vinny Byrne’s
All customers have been invited along to an open day of Vinny Byrne’s new premise in Athlone, which will be held on Thursday June 12th between the hours of 4pm and 8.30pm.
Extra traffic expected on Rosslare-Dublin route
More traffic is expected on the N11 and N25 roads between Rosslare, Wexford and Dublin for the next two weeks due to disruptions to rail services.
Truckloads of goods robbed
A Limerick City freight company depot was the subject of a theft over the weekend as four truckloads of goods were taken and the robbery was not discovered until Monday morning.
Fleet business show to focus on managing occupational road risk
A raft of expert advice on best practice occupational road risk management will be available at the 2008 Fleet Business Show, which is being held on April 29 and 30 in London.
Pallet Network opens new hub
The Pallet Network (TPN) has opened a state-of-the-art 75,000 sq ft transport hub in Blanchardstown, Dublin 15.
BBC’s Dragons invest in JPM Logistics
Armed with the idea of operating a fleet of vehicles which are 100% Bio-Diesel, newly formed Haulage Company, JPM Eco Logistics recently appeared on the BBC television programme ‘Dragons Den’.
DHL opens new hub
DHL Express has officially opened its new purpose- built hub in Dublin Airport Logistics Park.
New fleet management solutions from Omnibridge
Omnibridge, a global leader in fleet management solutions, has partnered with Lysanda, a UK based automotive systems house, to jointly launch a Carbon Emissions Measurement and Reporting solution for Fleet Managers.
Logistics chiefs to explore Eastern promise
Senior logistics specialists will explore the impact of emerging Eastern European manufacturing regions at the Automotive Logistics Central Europe Conference 2007, which takes place next week in Slovenia.
Drugs seized in warehouse
A gardai raid has uncovered a haul of drugs in a warehouse estimated to be worth in the region of €6 million, while two men have been arrested in connection with the find.
Container freight service to return?
Speculation is rife in transport circles that Iarnrod Eireann is about to re-open the container freight service it closed some two years ago.
Lorry driver has divine right
A lorry driver has successfully been awarded compensation from a Belgian company after he suffered injuries, while collecting bibles at the premises.
Dempsey handed transport role
Following the announcement of the new government on Thursday, Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has appointed experienced TD Noel Dempsey the position of Minister for Transport and Marine.
Major step forward in international trade facilitation
The Irish International Freight Association has announced that as from Friday 1st of June a new customs clearance system will be introduced in Ireland. This follows a lengthy period of training and testing of the new system with Customs & Excise.
Toyota launches Tonero range of forklifts
Toyota has launched the Tonero range of engine-powered counterbalanced forklifts designed specifically for the European market.
Thorworld ramps it up for carpet tile maker
Carpet tile manufacturer, Sanquhar Tile Services has overcome the problem of not having a loading bay at one of its factories and boosted efficiency by installing a mobile yardramp system from Thorworld Industries Ltd.
Kuehne & Nagel now offers Europe-wide groupage
Following a successful two-month pilot programme, Kuehne + Nagel says its Europe-wide groupage network is fully operation across 38 European countries.
Stena threatens to quit Dun Laoghaire in fees row
Stena Lines is threatening to pull out of Dun Laoghaire over the fees it is being charged to use the port.
Walsh Western International on the verge of massive merger
Walsh Western International (WWI), the Irish owned logistics provider is poised to spend more $350m on the acquisition of American logistics company, TDS.
Hauliers warned of SAD day
Importers, exporters, forwarders and hauliers have been warned to brace themselves for major disruption when UK Customs switches over to a new system on July 1, 2007.
A load more vans help Easilift meet continuing sales rise
Leading loading bay equipment supplier, Easilift Loading Systems, has taken delivery of 15 Vauxhall Vivaro panel vans in a deal worth in excess of 250,000 as business continues to boom.
Germany takes over EU presidency and focuses on logistics
Germany took over the presidency of the EU from Finland, a post it will hold until the end of June and has set about prioritising logistics within the 27-member bloc.
Identifying freight transport bottlenecks
The European Commission has launched an exercise to identify and alleviate obstacles hindering the smooth running of the freight transport chain in Europe.
Supply chain security in focus
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has welcomed the intervention of the European Parliament’s transport committee on the issue of supply chain security.
TNT goes green to save the planet
The UK’s leading express, mail and logistics operator has taken a major step forward in its efforts to make the planet greener and cleaner.
45 foot containers get stay of execution
The use of 45 foot containers in national road transport has been given a stay of execution by the European Commission.
Pall-ex Signs up new Northern Ireland member
Pall-Ex has strengthened its network in Northern Ireland through the appointment of new member Reid Transport.
LPR’s Irish expansion
LPR, Europe’s leading one-way trip pallet pool specialist, has further expanded its geographical base, with a move into the Republic.
Tesco to open new distribution centre
Retail giant Tesco Ireland, is to poised to create 300 jobs at a new €70m distribution centre at Donabate in north Co Dublin.
Annual Conference of the National Institute for Transport and Logistics
Speech by Mr. Michael Ahern TD,
Minister of State for Trade and Commerce,
at the Annual Conference of the National Institute for Transport and Logistics,
at Croke Park Conference Centre on Thursday 5th October, 2006.
Call to develop Waterford container terminal
The Chairman of Waterford Port says a great way to decongest container traffic to Dublin and ease the pressure on other Irish ports would be to develop Waterford’s Container Terminal.
Recyclers ramp it up with Thorworld
Eurokey Recycling Ltd has solved the problem of having no loading bays by using yardramps from Thorworld Industries to load containers.
KN Drinks Logistics places largest Stralis order
KN Drinks Logistics Ltd has taken delivery of 149 Iveco Stralis Active Time tractor units, representing the UK’s single largest Stralis order from a retail customer.
The Times turns its attention to trucking
A female journalist from The Times newspaper spent two hours behind the wheel of an Iveco Stralis at the Millbrook Proving Ground in Bedfordshire, experiencing a taste of life as a truck driver.
Raised
loading dock simplifies despatch at KAB Seating
Using a mobile yardramp to load containers at KAB Seating was not
in itself the complete answer. It had to be manoeuvred around the
despatch yard by forklift truck so it was in the correct position
against the floor of containers, amidst a constant movement of trucks
and other forklifts in an area of restricted space.
AutoRestore
added to range of services available through 1link
Mobile body repair has been added to the range of services available
through the 1link Service Network e-commerce platform with the signing
of AutoRestore this week.
Trend
towards longer term CV rental on the rise, TLS research shows
The use of rental as a long-term solution to commercial vehicle
acquisition is increasing, with around 60 per cent of vehicles on
rent now falling into this category, according to new research by
TLS Vehicle Rental.
Tesco
shops for fast loading pod system from Easilift
When Tesco needed a method of loading and unloading its fleet of
new high capacity double deck trailers, used to transfer goods between
distribution depots, the solution came from Easilift Loading Systems.
Thorworld
Truckloada shines in the garden
When expansion at Bridgemere Garden World meant a method was needed
to lift trays of bedding plants over 4m from a greenhouse to its
retail facility, the problem was solved with a tailor-made Truckloada
mobile lifting platform from Thorworld Industries.
DHL
launches Westlink Consolidation Service
DHL Exel Supply Chain, the global leader in supply chain management,
in association with CBI Northern Ireland has launched a new initiative
aimed at easing congestion on Belfast’s Westlink.
Increased
supply chain cost exposure for exporters of 190 million
Widespread speculation that Minister for Transport Martin Cullen
may introduce a 4 metre maximum height restriction in the near future
as has happened in other EU countries has exporters very concerned.
New
Easilift team continues to deliver
Phil Dinning has been appointed Managing Director of loading bay
equipment supplier, Easilift Loading Systems Ltd, following company
founder Edward Kelly's decision to step down from day-to-day control
of the company after almost 30 years at the helm.
Thorworld
sets the standard at new materials handling event
Leading loading and unloading equipment specialist, Thorworld Industries
Ltd, will be a major force (Stand M300) at the first 'Materials
Handling Live' event to be held at Stoneleigh Park Exhibition &
Conference Centre near Coventry (23 & 24 May 2006).
Thorworld
Truckloada brings big efficiencies for Brother
When it came to putting in an extra loading dock at its distribution
complex in Audenshaw, Manchester, Brother (UK) Ltd had to consider
the costs of buying an additional fork lift truck as well as the
associated civil engineering work.
Transport
survey warns of poor logistics
The National Institute for Transport and Logistics (NITL) has warned
of the consequences of firms adopting poor logistics practices.
Haulier
welcome talks progress
A leading Irish haulier has welcomed the news that European Union
Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson has begun moves to unblock Chinese
textile imports held up at EU frontiers.
EU
quota system hits Chinese imports
Upwards on two million garments of clothing, destined for the Irish
market, which originated in China are being stored in warehouses
across the continent, because of a new EU quota on textiles.
Hauliers
warn on fuel surcharges
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has warned that its members
will withdraw their services from consignors who refuse to accept
fuel surcharges.
Initial
City Link streamlines loading operations with Truckloada
Two Truckloada mobile lifting platforms from Thorworld Industries
are
delivering increased efficiencies at an Initial City Link distribution
operation.
There's
a load more in new Thorworld catalogue
The latest catalogue from loading and unloading specialists, Thorworld
Industries, is packed full of new products and aimed at specifiers
and
purchasers of loading bay and associated materials handling equipment.
Easilift
provides the ideal loading bay solution for architect designed warehouses
Loading bay equipment from Easilift Loading Systems has been specified
for two state-of-the-art, architect-designed warehouses in Trafford
Park
Industrial Estate, Manchester.
Exporters
criticise Iarnrod freight decision
The Irish Exporters’ Association (IEA) has claimed that more
than 20,000 trucks will be required every year as a result of Iarnrod
Eireann’s decision to close part of its freight operations.
On
the move with Iarnrod Eireann
Plans for a E250 million transport and logistics hub in Portlaoise
have moved a step closer following the announcement that Iarnrod
Eireann is to develop a new depot in the town.
Collaboration
could help small hauliers - transport student claims
Small haulage operators engaged in international transport, should
join forces with some of their competitors to form road haulage
consortiums to enable them to compete with larger operators, a student
of transport and logistics has claimed.
Britain's
truckers waste 2.2 billion kms every year
Britain’s 426,000 trucks clock up an amazing 28.5 billion kms
every year, but 2.2 billion kms (8%) are totally unproductive, a
logistics efficiency consultant has claimed.
Mitchell
criticises Iarnrod Eireann
Iarnrod Eireann has come under fire in the Dail for failing to market
its freight services in an attempt to increase business
Cullen
calls for private sector investment in rail freight
Transport Minister Martin Cullen is calling on private sector operators,
with an interest in running rail freight services in the country
to come forward.
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.
Cullen
urged to intervene in Irish Rail freight decision
Transport Minister Martin Cullen has been urged to intervene in
Irish Rail’s decision to axe part of its freight services from
the end of July.
Cullen
rules out rail freight subsidy
Transport Minister Martin Cullen has ruled out the possibility of
a special subsidy to keep parts of Irish Rail’s freight division
open.
Appointment
of IIFA Chief Executive
Mr Colm Walsh has been appointed CEO of the Irish International
Freight Association (IIFA) which represents Freight Forwarders,
Intermediaries and others involved in logistics and movement of
freight by land, sea and air to and from Ireland.
Irish
Rail closes section of freight business
Irish Rail has announced that it is set to close a section of its
freight business in a cost cutting exercise.
Percentage
of road freight on the increase
The volume of freight being carried on Irish roads as a percentage
of the total freight transported across the country is on the increase.
Road
freight movements more than double in eight years
Freight movements by road more than doubled between 1995 and 2002,
a new EU survey has found.
GLS:
positive full-year results and new strategy for the next five years!
Amsterdam, 19 May 2005. General Logistics Systems B.V., Amsterdam
(GLS) has started the financial year 2005/6 with positive results
and a development strategy for the next five years.
Thorworld
cuts handling costs at BACO
Switching to a mobile yardramp and modular loading dock to unload
materials is providing cost savings in excess of £50,000 a
year for Baco Consumer Products Ltd, a business of Alcoa.
Developer's
orders for Easilift loading bay equipment reach £1 million
Easilift Loading Systems is supplying its specialist loading bay
equipment for a Derbyshire warehouse development, maintaining its
long association with commercial property developer, Wilson Bowden
Developments.
Galway
forklift manufacturer to close
Forklift manufacturer, Crown Equipment in Galway is set to close
at the end of 2006, with a loss of 150 jobs.
Exel
renews Silhouette contract
Pan-European outfit, Exel has won a one-year contract renewal with
eyewear manufacturer, Silhouette, and has announced the opening
of its first co-packing facility in Paris.
Thorworld
boss hits out at unsafe loading ramp imports
The head of a major manufacturer and supplier of loading bay and
materials handling equipment has criticised the lack of quality
standards in some cheap imports now coming into the UK.
Icarus
appointed Irish & UK representative to EurTradeNet Alliance
Icarus, the Irish customs-related specialist company has been appointed
as the Irish & UK representative to the EurTradeNet Alliance
(ETN).
NITL
launches fulltime MSc in Supply Chain Management
The National Institute of Transport and Logistics (NITL) has launched
a full time MSc in Supply Chain Management.
Engenio
to set up in Cork
Engenio Information Technologies, Inc., a global provider of innovative
and scalable modular storage systems, is to establish a global operations
and supply chain management centre in Cork.
Portlaoise
to become Ireland's transport hub
Portlaoise could become Ireland’s leading transport hub, if
ambitious plans brought forward by Loais County Council get the
green light.
Mandata
launches new Working Time Directive Compliance Software at unbeatable
price
In readiness for the new Road Transport Working Time Regulations
(due to come into force on 23rd March 2005), Mandata, based in North
Shields, has launched a new software product that will help hauliers
adhere to the rules of the latest directive.
Castlecool
opts for Aislemaster
Integrated Logistics provider, Castlecool has taken delivery of
a gas-powered Aisle-Master articulated forklift truck, which has
maximised storage density at its new warehouse complex in Dundalk.
Turnover
at Combilift increases to E26 million
Combilift, the Monaghan based forklift and materials handling manufacturer
has reported a profit of E5.9 million for 2003, down slightly on
the previous year.
Triangle
of trust
With a fleet of 5.000 trucks and 6.000 trailers, UK based Christian
Salvesen is one of Europe's leading logistics businesses.
Austerberry
gets MSVC logistics post
Retail giant Musgrave SuperValu-Centra has appointed a new logistics
director.
SDS
workers stage protest
More than 100 staff from An Post subsidiary, SDS, have protested
outside the General Post Office in Dublin, over the company’s
plans to shut its parcel delivery service.
Union
wants SDS reprieve
The Communications Workers’ Union (CWU) has urged An Post to
reverse its decision to close its parcel delivery service, SDS.
IRHA
warned of competition law responsibilities
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has been warned of its
responsibilities under competition legislation, by a firm of solicitors
acting on behalf of an unnamed container shipping company operating
out of Dublin Port, the association has confirmed.
Politician
eyes more heavy traffic
A Sligo politician has forecast a major increase in the number of
heavy vehicles using roads in the Yeats County following the announcement
of a freight yard closure by Iarnrod Eireann.
Diary
date
Logistics Ireland 2004, organised by the National Institute for
Transport and Logistics (NITL) will take place on Thursday November
18 in Dublin Castle.
New
dangerous goods rules pose challenges to UK truckers
New regulations on the transportation of dangerous goods in the
UK have lead to many retailers reviewing its supply chain practices,
the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has claimed.
An
Post ready to wind up SDS
An Post is set to close its loss-making parcel delivery service
SDS in a move that could cost upwards on 800 jobs.
PalletXpress
set to shake up sector
The palletised freight sector is set for a major shake up with the
arrival of new entrant PalletXpress, based in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath
NextiraOne
chooses cfc to improve analysis of pan-European fleet
Communications solutions specialist NextiraOne has chosen a cfc
solutions fleet management system to improve analysis of the information
generated by its 2,800 vehicle pan-European fleet.
Upgrade
for NHS Logistics vehicles
More than 100 new vehicles, all in smart new livery, have been delivered
to TNT Logistics for its distribution contract with the NHS Logistics
Authority.
Warehouse
fire causes traffic tailbacks
A fire at a warehouse just off the Naas dual carriageway, caused
severe traffic disruptions as smoke billowed onto the road.
Thieves
rob Belfast warehouse
Thieves in the North have got away with more than E1.5 million worth
of alcohol, tobacco and electrical goods, after holding staff hostage
at a warehouse in Belfast.
TNT
Logistics offers driver training to employees
TNT Logistics UK is offering its own employees the chance to train
as truck drivers as part of its rapidly expanding programme to combat
the predicted driver shortage.
C&C
opens Cork warehousing facility
C & C Logistics, a subsidiary of the giant drinks group C &
C, has opened a new regional distribution centre in Little Island,
Cork.
Clear
growth for TNT Network Logistics
TNT Network Logistics, the rapidly expanding multi-user division
of TNT Logistics UK, has taken delivery of 250 Cartwright tri-axle
clearspan curtainsided trailers.
Shannon
Airport could become European cargo hub
Shannon Airport could become Europe's air cargo hub, according to
a report commissioned by Shannon Development.
Westmeath
County Council criticised over planning decision
Westmeath County Council has come under fire following its decision
to refuse planning permission for a major supermarket distribution
centre in Mullingar.
Flancare
adds road construction to its portfolio
One of Ireland's leading warehousing and distribution companies
is set to hand over a new link road to Longford County Council.
Shannon
must be prioritised as European Aviation Centre - Naughten
Airport would be ideal for European Air Traffic Control centre Fine
Gael Transport Spokesman Denis Naughten TD has called on Seamus
Brennan to use his position as President of the European Transport
Ministers to develop Shannon as a major European aviation hub.
Walsh
Western International invest up to 1 million euro in new transportation
service to combat freight crime
With the estimated worldwide cost of freight crime now running at
US$75 billion per year, Walsh Western International (WWI) have invested
close on EUR2 million to ensure that security is top priority for
their transportation services throughout Europe.
Brennan
brokers EU freight deal
The European Parliament and the European Commission have heaped
praise on Transport Minister Seamus Brennan for brokering a deal
that will allow for the liberalisation of Europe's rail freight
industry.
Brennan
to chair crunch EU rail freight talks
Transport Minister Seamus Brennan will chair talks in Brussels,
which could decide the longterm future of the rail freight industry
in Europe.
Coughlan
critical of forklift grant
The Southern Health Board and a group of aspiring fork truck drivers
have fallen out of favour with Social Affairs Minister, Mary Coughlan.
Truckers
hit back at high distribution costs jibe
The Irish Road Haulage Association IRHA) has hit back at claims
that high distribution costs in Ireland are costing jobs.
Shannon
cargo hub is mooted
Shannon Airport could be developed into a major cargo hub with an
integrated air, road, rail and port transport system capable of
delivery freight anywhere in Europe within 48 hours, according to
a new study.
Two
haulage companies wound up
Two related haulage companies that supplied refrigerated distribution
services to mainland Europe have been wound up in the High Court.
Fine
Gael pledges support for Western Rail Corridor
Fine Gael has promised to re-open the Western Rail Corridor between
Sligo and Limerick if the party is returned to government after
the next general election.
Brennan
ignoring own policy by winding down rail freight - Naughten
Fine Gael transport spokesperson Denis Naughten TD has today (Thursday
23rd October) accused Transport Minister Seamus Brennan of turning
a blind eye to his own policy on rail freight by allowing Iarnrod
Eireann to wind down its regional freight operations.
Exporters
call for the immediate set up of a National Port Users Forum
Transport costs have increased their relative importance as a barrier
to major volume exporters from Ireland, according to the Irish Exporters
Association.
Gardai
investigate botched Sligo warehouse robbery
Gardai in Sligo are investigating the circumstances surrounding
a botched armed raid on a warehouse yesterday (September 25).
Logistics
conference for Dublin
The Logistics Ireland Supply Chain management forum will take place
in Dublin Castle on October 2.
Dairygold
to axe distribution division
As part of a major rationalisation programme Dairygold is set to
privatise its transport division with the loss of 170 jobs.
Cork
warehouse goes up in smoke
Three units of Cork Fire Brigade were needed to bring a fire under
control at a food warehouse in Ballincollig yesterday (July 14).
IRHA
wants freight forwarders regulated
The Irish Road Haulage Association has called on the Minister of
Transport, Seamus Brennan to licence and regulate the freight forwarding
industry, following a number of high profile closures.
Another
tunnel vision
The Oireachtais Committee on Transport is to ask Irish Rail
why it plans to spend E1 billion on a tunnel under the Liffey
to join Heuston and Connolly stations, when a link already
exists.
Brennan
unveils rail review
Transport Minister Seamus Brennan unveiled an ambitious blueprint
for Ireland's rail network yesterday (April 03) and warned
than he was willing to privatise part of the rail freight
network in order to keep lines open.
Brennan
ready to privatise rail freight lines
Transport Minister Seamus Brennan intends to privatise a number
of major freight lines, which Irish Rail had planned to close,
in an effort to reduce the number of trucks on the roads.
Transport
chief wants more rail freight movements
The chairman of the Dail committee on transport wants freight
movement by rail incentivised, as part of a plan to reduce
traffic congestion on the roads.
Tesco
plans new distribution centre and six new stores
Tesco Ireland is set to build six new stores and a new distribution
centre this year, creating 1,500 new jobs in the process.
Titan
Transport closes its door
Titan Transport and Logistics, a leading Dublin based haulage
firm, has been wound up with debts of 1.6 million euro.
Freight
Depot closure exposes Government weaknesses - Naughten
Fine Gael's spokesman on Transport Denis Naughten has stated
that Irish Rail's decision to close its freight depot at the
North Wall on January 3, exposes the weaknesses of the Taoiseach
Bertie Ahern and the Minister for Transport Seamus Brennan.
Rail
freight losing out to road - IEA
The Irish Exporters' Association (IEA) has called for greater
support for Irish Rail's freight network in the wake of Irish
Fertilisers Industries closure and other high profile losses.
Irish
Rail will scale back its freight activities
Irish Rail has told a joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport
that it intends to scale back its freight activities and close
a number of rail lines, despite being granted a 9 per cent
fare increase by Minister of Transport Seamus Brennan.
Freight
decision put on hold
Irish Rail's decision to close its loss-making freight operations
has been put on hold until at least next year, following pressure
from Transport Minister Seamus Brennan.
CIE
to rubber stamp freight closures
Bus and rail unions are gearing up for industrial action as
the CIE board meets today Wednesday 6th November to rubber
stamp Irish Rail’s decision to axe two passenger routes
and cut its freight activities by nearly 50 per cent.
Wexford
TDs bid to save rail network
Wexford’s five TDs are to meet with Transport Minister
Seamus Brennan in an effort to avert the closure of parts
of the rail network in the south-east.
Exporters
want freight decision reversed
The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) has urged the government
to reconsider the decision taken by Irish Rail to rationalise
its freight activities, ahead of a key meeting to approve
the decision next week.
Up
to 600 jobs to go at Irish Rail
Up to 600 jobs could be lost in Irish Rail's freight division
in the coming months as the company begins a rationalisation
programme.
Hyster
launches its new Yardmaster range
Hyster has launched its new Yardmaster range of container
handling reachstackers. Available as both laden and empty
container models, these machines are ideal for a vast range
of terminal and port operations, covering the complete range
of reachstacker applications.
IRHA
calls on freight forwarders to agree code of conduct
The Irish Road Haulage Association has called on the Institute
of Freight Forwarders in Ireland to agree a voluntary code
of conduct in the wake of the collapse of Kilkenny based freight
forwarder Intel, which left more than 55 hauliers high and
dry.
Freight
firm could be bought out
Hopes are high that a buyer can be found for Intel International
Freight, the freight forwarding company that went into liquidation
last week.
Intel
closure to hit hauliers hard
The closure of Kilkenny based Intel Freight last week will
spell the death knell for more than a dozen haulage companies
in Ireland, a leading industry figure has predicted.
Freight
company goes into liquidation
Intel Freight, part of the Intel Logistics group has gone
into liquidation with the loss of 48 jobs.
Retail
giant to build new distribution centre
Retail giant Musgrave Super Valu - Centra is set to create
200 jobs at a new distribution centre in Co Kildare.
NI
businesses flaunt forklift safety
One person is killed every nine months in Northern Ireland
as a result of an accident involving a forklift truck, a new
report has revealed.
Belfast
port records freight volumes
Freight volumes through the Port of Belfast rose to record
levels last year and helped to boost turnover to £23.4
million, according to detailed year end figures.
Hyster
launches new reach truck series
Hyster is ready to launch a dynamic new reach truck series
at the end of April, which will confirm it’s competitive
position in the warehouse market.
Hyster
to exhibit at Hanover
Hyster will have a strong presence at this year’s Cemat
exhibition in Hanover, appearing for the first time with Zeppelin,
its new sales and service partner for Germany, Austria and
several Eastern European territories.
Exel
expands fleet in Ireland
Exel, the world leader in supply chain management, has stepped
up its investment in European distribution services to and
from Ireland with the addition of new vehicles to its fleet.
Wicklow
Port to receive large shipment of timber and forestry products
Wicklow Port is bracing itself for one of the largest shipments
of timber and forestry products ever to be shipped through
the port next week.
NUI
research team tackle transport problems
A team of researchers at the Department of Information Technology
at NUI Galway is planning to develop new software for the
transport industry, that will enable fleet managers to optimise
route planning, fleet capacity and cost effectiveness.
Four
new commercial vehicles for Exel's Irish operation
The Irish branch of Exel, the freight management and logistics
company have recently invested almost 500,000 euro in four
new commercial transport vehicles to support its Irish operations.
Thieves
make off with sports goods
The police in Northen Ireland have issued an appeal for help
concerning the theft of more than more than £2,000 worth
of sports goods from a parked van in Derry.
Wexford
company Electronix to close by middle of summer
The company who produce electrical harnesses and also warehouse
and distribute goods has been told by the receiver that the
Indian company which had been interested in acquiring the
factory as a going concern was not going to buy it.
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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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