The Freight Transport Association Ireland (FTA Ireland) is a multimodal representative trade association for the freight, distribution, Passenger and logistics sector. We support, shape and stand up for efficient and sustainable logistics.
Celebrating 10 years of establishment in 2020 FTA Ireland have developed key strategic relationships with industry stakeholders, Government Departments to aid the enhancement of the Associations reputation as one that works proactively to develop and provide solutions to compliment the professionalisation of the freight distribution and logistics sector. Our members are the life blood of the Association and we consistently work hard representing their issues. Through engagement with our members and quarterly council meetings it is clear that the key areas of concern continue to be Brexit, skills shortages and competitive challenges as well as growing compliance requirements.
FTA Ireland are well positioned to aid our members preparation for the future trading environment. We are continuing to encourage members to participate in broader industry wide solutions for the skills shortage for instance. It is very important that industry takes ownership of these issues and participates in solutions that can have benefits for their business into the future. New apprenticeships in this area are one example of when there is a collaborative approach taken the outcome can have far reaching benefits for all. Preparing for Brexit is vital. Updating and preparing strategic business plans, taking account of regulatory obligations and implementing these plans on an ongoing basis will not only prepare businesses for Brexit but will ensure that irrespective of the outcome the business will be more efficient, develop more opportunities through increased competitiveness and ultimately be more profitable. A culture of compliance will aid the contingency planning for the future trading environment.
FTAI welcomes yesterday’s (28 April 2021) announcement that the European Parliament has approved the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) agreed between the EU and the UK in December 2020. While…
12 FTA Ireland TruckSafe members will receive €86,760 to support their capital investment in environmental fuel management practices. These companies have signed up the ENPROVA/ECOFleet programme and have demonstrated their…
Following pressure from the Irish logistics sector, the government has this week announced the launch of its €2million Alternatively-Fuelled Heavy Duty Vehicle (AFHDV) Purchase Grant Scheme: Aidan Flynn, General Manager…
FTA Ireland (FTAI) welcomes the UK government’s announcement regarding the extension of trade easements for imports into Great Britain from the EU but calls for urgent action from the Irish…
The Irish logistics sector is committed to transitioning to cleaner Heavy-Duty Vehicles (HDVs) but government procrastination on promised grants and infrastructure development is stalling this change for the Irish fleet,…
International transport workers need to be offered COVID-19 vaccinations as a matter of urgency, according to FTA Ireland (FTAI), the business group representing the Irish logistics sector. Aidan Flynn, General…
FTA Ireland (FTAI) has launched its TruckSafe Green Standard to reinforce FTAI members’ commitment, and that of the wider logistics sector, to helping achieve Ireland’s climate change targets. FTAI’s TruckSafe…
FTA Ireland has warned UK businesses to ensure any goods sent to the Republic of Ireland are accompanied by the correct declarations paperwork or face potential delays on arrival at…
“The announcement of a Free Trade Agreement between the EU and UK is welcome news for the Irish logistics industry as it provides businesses with much-needed certainty. While there will…
Today’s data show a concerning increase in transmission of the Delta variant in Ireland.
We estimate that Delta accounts for up to 20% of cases reported in the last week.
We have also seen a number of outbreaks associated with this variant reported in the last week.
Significant changes in all island trade since the start of the year.
https://www.irishtimes.com/business/economy/brexit-accelerates-north-south-trade-as-more-firms-use-ni-to-move-goods-1.4594012
Driver shortage also a growing problem in Ireland https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-57354636.amp
Our members represent a large cross-section of the industry including hauliers, suppliers, retailers, local authorities, freight forwarders, freight handlers, vehicle manufacturers and others.
