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The Irish Road Haulage Association was founded in 1973 with the purpose of representing and promoting the interests of the licensed transport industry in Ireland and abroad.

30/10/2026

It's been said that the best time to start something is yesterday, and the second best time is today.

This is a sentiment many of our members tell us about the support they get from the IRHA and fellow members.

Those who joined early in the life of their company were able to tap into industry knowledge, support and guidance just at the right time.

It helped them get up to speed more quickly and avoid many of the common mistakes in those early days.

Membership isn't just something to think about when you're established and have a larger fleet.

In fact, the tangible and immediate benefits will really help when you're just getting started.

Want to find out more?
Just get in touch with the team:
📧 [email protected]
📞 +35318013380

28/10/2026

Irish winter conditions can ask a lot more of a vehicle.

The recent storms and the darker nights since the clocks changed are a good reminder to get prepared.

The RSA recommends making sure vehicles are properly serviced for winter, maintaining regular walkaround checks and checking tyres, wipers, lights, screen wash and antifreeze.

Visibility when days are shorter and conditions deteriorate is important, so wipers and lights should get a little extra attention.

Winter weather is unavoidable, but heading onto the roads in a properly maintained vehicle is something every operator can plan for.

If you would like advice on getting your fleet ready for winter, we're here to help, so get in touch with the team:

📧 [email protected]
📞 +35318013380

26/10/2026

The Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) Appeals Portal has been opened for operators whose applications were refused or who did not receive support for one or more vehicles.

There are four grounds for appeal;

1. Eligibility criteria failures,
2. Multiple Road Transport Operator Licences, 3. Incorrect or incomplete financial information, 4. State Aid and Single Entity issues.

Applicants must have a valid RTSS Application ID and provide supporting evidence for their appeal. The Department of Transport will contact affected applicants directly by email.

⚠️ Note that the appeals portal closes at 12 NOON on Wednesday 4 November 2026.

Operators who received payment for all vehicles included in their original application are not eligible to appeal.

We would encourage all affected operators to review the criteria and submit their appeals well ahead of the 4/11/26 deadline.

Any members needing help with the process, or understanding their eligibility to appeal should contact the IRHA office for help.

📧 [email protected]
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23/10/2026

At 2am on Sunday 25 October, the clocks go back one hour, and for those working in haulage there are a few things to remember.

If you're working through the night, your tachograph continues to record in UTC and the usual drivers' hours and rest requirements still apply.

An extra hour on local time doesn't mean an extra hour of permitted driving.

There's some very clear guidance available online showing how to change your local time on your tachograph.

Here are a couple of examples:

Siemens VDO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcfzI1_Vea8

Stoneridge:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xaqd95tyxMI

Outside of the tacho, it's also a good idea to double-check any overnight delivery schedules, ferry bookings or other arrangements that may have been made before the time change but to be completed afterwards - just to make sure there is no confusion on timing.

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21/10/2026

A small defect today can become an unplanned "vehicle off the road" tomorrow.

Regular checks can pick up things like a warning light that stays on or a small fluid leak - the important thing is not to ignore it.

Planning preventative maintenance can be tricky when you're busy, but if the alternative is an unexpected breakdown, it's the right call.

For hauliers, spotting the smaller signs and acting on them with a plan is much better than hoping the vehicle is OK until the next scheduled maintenance.

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16/10/2026

The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has set out its position on tackling late payments - still a serious challenge for road transport operators across Europe.

Our sector is particularly vulnerable, since the high proportion of small and micro-businesses often have limited negotiating power with larger customers.

The IRU is calling for stronger, more consistent rules across the EU and we fully support their position.

Among its key proposals are:

- A maximum payment period of 30 days, with no exceptions.
- Automatic interest and compensation for late payments.
- Stronger enforcement and protection for businesses reporting unfair practices.

Given the many other challenges already facing our members, including rising operating costs, hauliers should be able to rely on timely payment for the services they provide.

We welcome IRU's continued efforts to address this issue and promote the concerns of road transport operators across Europe.

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14/10/2026

Ireland's geographical position must be recognised when EU transport and climate policies are developed.

That’s the message from Irish MEP, Cynthia Ní Mhurchú, who called on the European Commission to recognise the unique challenges facing Ireland, Malta and Cyprus as island Member States.

Ireland has no alternative to the sea crossings that connect us to the rest of the EU, and with the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) adding costs to maritime transport, there are concerns about the impact on Irish hauliers, businesses and ultimately consumers.

Ireland's geographical circumstances must be considered when developing European transport policy. The transition towards cleaner transport is important, but it must also recognise the practical realities of operating from an island.

The proposed amendments would temporarily exempt certain sea journeys from ETS obligations until the end of 2040, alongside investment in cleaner maritime technologies.

We welcome this contribution to the debate and the continued focus on ensuring Ireland's haulage sector can compete fairly within the European Single Market.

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12/10/2026

You may think 'networking' is only useful for finding new customers, but the right connections can support every part of your business.

Connecting with other hauliers opens the door to advice, experience, supplier recommendations, support, and even subcontracting opportunities that benefit both sides.

In our industry, the people you know can make a real difference.

IRHA membership opens that connection to operators across the industry, creating opportunities to build relationships and strengthen the sector.

We arrange regular events and meetings that are a great chance to grow your network of connections.

Want to find out when the next one is?
Just get in touch with the team below:

📧 [email protected]
📞 +35318013380

07/10/2026

We welcome the measures announced in Budget 2027, but there is still more to be done to support Ireland’s haulage sector.

Several measures we have been campaigning for have been included:
- The continuation of the diesel rebate scheme until the end of 2026 with continued review,
- An additional two months of the Road Transporters Support Scheme to be paid before Christmas,
- The continuation of fuel excise reductions into Spring 2027.

These are much-needed measures that will provide some breathing space for hauliers and help control costs for businesses and consumers across Ireland.

We are disappointed, however, that our proposals for targeted biofuel subsidies were not included.

Our President, Ger Hyland, has spoken directly with Minister Darragh O’Brien, who has committed to working with our sector over the next 12 months to develop a plan to incentivise biofuels.

“This budget gives hauliers something to work with, but not everything we had asked for. There are some welcome measures, and we recognise the steps the Government has taken.

"We see this as a step in the right direction rather than the final destination.

"We will continue to make the case for the measures needed to support a competitive, sustainable and resilient Irish road haulage sector - including a move to biofuels to decarbonise our industry”

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05/10/2026

It was a pleasure for representatives of the IRHA to attend the Cairde Fáil President’s Dinner recently.

Events like this provide a valuable opportunity to meet with Government representatives, discuss the issues affecting our industry and help keep road haulage firmly on the political agenda.

We’re grateful for the invitation, and it was a very enjoyable evening.

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📞 +35318013380

Address

Suite 6, Gowna Plaza, Bracetown Business Park
Clonee
D15VY77

Telephone

+35318013380

Website

https://irha.ie/

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