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IBEC express concern over job losses
With almost 160,000 jobs lost in the year to March 2009, IBEC, the group that represents Irish business admits that the crisis is worsening.

Small firms placed on long finger
A survey carried out recently revealed that small businesses, which include many in the haulage industry have to wait on average 73 days for payment.

New 1link dashboard lets fleet managers see disposal situation at a glance
A new dashboard added to the 1link Disposal Network e-commerce platform lets fleet managers see an overview of their disposal situation at a glance.

Kwik Fit Mobile to implement Telematics technology from Cybit
Cybt, the UK"s leading online Telematics Service Provider, has been selected to provide Kwik Fit Mobile’s 200 tyre-fitting vehicles with web-based fleet tracking to manage growth in the corporate fleet mobile service sector.

EC look to close tachograph loopholes
The European Commission and pan-European law enforcement organisation TISPOL have launched a campaign to bring an end to the loopholes and inconsistencies created by the introduction of the digital tachograph.

Transit receives upgrade
The popular Ford Transit, which is one of the most common light commercial vehicles on the road, is to have an overhaul as a new low CO2 engine will be available later this year.

NAVTEQ announces results of 2008 map update study
NAVTEQ, the leading global provider of digital map, traffic and location data for in-vehicle, portable, wireless and enterprise solutions, has announced the results of a research study designed to gain an increased level of understanding of map updates for portable navigation devices and in-vehicle GPS systems.

How Iveco confronts the crisis: new scenario at the Truck & Bus World Forum
“The key factors for more efficient transport to confront the crisis”, this is the theme put by Iveco’s CEO, Paolo Monferino, at the Third international Truck and Bus World Forum, held at the Lyon Congress Centre.

Autoserve chooses Tranman to stay one step ahead
Autoserve the aftermarket fleet support company has recently introduced the Tranman Series 9 Fleet Management software to increase its operational efficienty.

Fleets keeping cars for longer increases health and safety risks, says CFC
Fleets that are keeping company cars and vans for longer in the face of the uncertainty created by the recession need to be aware that they are increasing health and safety risks, says CFC Solutions.

Clare Company test tyre safety
TyreCheck, a Clare based company is about to launch a blue-tooth-enabled digital flexi-gauge which can measure and electronically transmit tyre tread and pressure data.

Concerns over Metro project
Having already committed some 38 million euro to consultants on the proposed Metro project, fears are now mounting that ministers are set to sideline the much needed new transport facility as the spiraling national debt balloons.

Dunleer speed camera ‘properly bent’
Motorists in the Dunleer area of Co. Louth were greeted with the sight of a badly mangled speed camera thought to be work of some disgruntled driver.

Galway car plant let 25 workers go
Valeo Vision Systems in Tuam the car component company who manufactures in-car camera systems have made 25 staff redundant.

Smart vehicles expected to be in use by 2010
An ‘eCall’ initiative approved by the European Parliament, smart vehicles could be in place on Irish roads as soon as 2010.

Bus drivers losing their way around the Ring
A local councillor in Kerry says that faulty satellite navigational sets are compounding the problem of heavy traffic congestion in the Ring of Kerry.

500 mobile phone drivers caught EVERY WEEK
The widespread practise of phoning and/or texting whilst behind the wheel has been highlighted by shocking new figures.

Sat Nav confusion
Over 33% of motorists are left bamboozled and perplexed by satellite navigations systems.

No need to watch your head
A new product from sat nav company Snooper will help drivers of large trucks find the best routes to travel and remove the fear of hitting a low bridge.

TomTom Work lands 1500 vehicle deal with Scotia Gas
TomTom Work, the business-to-business division of TomTom has won a contract to supply a vehicle navigation and tracking solution covering 1500 vehicles operated by Scotia Gas Network (SGN).

Cyclops mirror “may have saved accident victim”
The absence of a cyclops mirror from a truck involved in an accident which killed an 82-year-old man in Dublin may have contributed to his death, an inquest has heard.

Manufacturers would benefit by opening up about servicing data, says Bouldin at CV Show
Truck manufacturers – as well as their customers – would stand to benefit from taking a more open approach to releasing service and maintenance information, delegates on the CFC Solutions stand were told by SMR data expert Bob Bouldin at CV Show 2008 today (April 15).

Driver communication is number one risk management issue for CV fleets
Driver communication is the number one problem for CV fleets trying to meet their responsibilities under the new Corporate Manslaughter Act, delegates on the CFC Solutions stand were told by leading solicitor David Faithful at CV Show 2008 today (April 15).

Improvd TomTom Webfleet
Improved TomTom Webfleet from TomTom Work is smarter, more interactive and even easier to use.

Irish firm receives £125m bus contract
Irish-based bus manufacturer Wrightbus was won a £125m contract to supply 1000 buses to Britain’s largest bus operator.

Jobs feared lost at automotive trim plant
More than 420 jobs are feared lost after the closure of the Iralco plant in County Westmeath on Monday.

Thousands of drivers hit with phone charges
More than 32,000 drivers have earned penalty points for using a mobile phone during the past two years.

Germans say no to Garda scanners
The Gardai are set to introduce automated number plate recognition (ANPR) in the coming weeks, but the new system is not to the liking of every country.

FirstGroup bans mobile phone usage
FirstGroup, one of the world’s leading public transport companies with operations in the UK and has banned its entire 135,000 employees from using mobile phones, including hands free mobile sets, when driving on company business.

Sat navs blamed for increase in UK bridge strikes
Satellite navigation devices (sat-navs) are being blamed for a sharp rise in the number of railway bridges hit by lorries in the UK.

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Features

30 years a-growing
McIvor Engineering is celebrating 30 years in business

Rennick's make road safety a priority
As part of the drive to bring increased levels of safety to Irish roads, Rennicks Sign Manufacturing recently announced the first installation of electronic speed limit signs in Ireland at Ballytarsna National School in Co. Tipperary. Frank Murphy, General Manager of the company’s Irish Road Signs Division, explains more.

Asgard Road Express
Asgard Software Limited’ has launched Asgard Road Express a new product designed specifically for road haulage companies and nationwide transport operators from 1 to 10 users.

A security solution in 'real time'
Netwatch Ireland Ltd based in Carlow town recently launched a 'next-generation' security system, which is currently taking the market by storm. Sales director and co-founder of the company, David Walsh gave Irish Trucker the run down on the ground-breaking system.

WS2 delivers software for largest ever UK fleet management project
WS2, the Dublin-based software development company has announced that it has completed delivery of the application software to support its vehicle telematics service.

Manpack 3 a hit with Macroom haulage
Word has it that Macroom Transport in Co Cork is over the moon with it Windows-based traffic management software, Madata's Manpack 3.

30th Anniversary of DAF ITs
At the beginning of the 1970s DAF Trucks was the first truck manufacturer to introduce an international emergency service for stranded drivers.

TMC scoops prestigious award
TMC Innovations Limited, founded by Rudolf Buré, has been awarded the runner-up certificate for Innovation at the Oxfordshire Business of the Year Awards which were held July 5th.

Roadrunner on line
Road Tech Ireland is one of Irelands leading suppliers of software and hardware to the transport and warehousing industries.

Phone a friend?
Former Junior Minister Bobby Molloy's ban on the use of hand-held mobile phones while driving may have been poorly thought out but it is an honest attempt to legislate against a widespread and dangerous practice. John Loughran cautions against throwing 'the baby out with the bath water'.

An enterprising situation
While two-way radios are part and parcel of the haulage industry, mobile phones are becoming increasingly more commonplace. Ignoring such technological advancements could be fatal for your business. Don’t get left behind, contact E & A Enterprises today!

The Asgard Software E-Logistics Live Demonstration
There was a large turnout at the Asgard Software E-Logistics Live Demonstration held in the Red Cow Moran's Hotel on Tuesday and Wednesday, 10th and 11th of October respectively.