(This temporary relaxation applies from MARCH 18th, 2020 and will run until April 16th, 2020. It will apply to those drivers involved in DOMESTIC and INTERNATIONAL transport) In view of the potential impact of COVID-19 on HGV operations and the importance of the road haulage sector to the national economy and in response to requests
The HSE and Department of Transport Tourism and Sport have published guidance on the The importance of access to sanitary facilities for transport workers. https://lnkd.in/gEdimge It is very important to protect the health of supply chain workers in maintaining the flow of essential goods into and out of Ireland. At this time access to facilities
eCustoms Notification (3 April 2020) covering, ‘Import of goods to combat the effects of COVID-19 by Revenue approved organisations or importers acting on their behalf.’ There is also a Revenue webpage, ‘COVID-19 information and advice for taxpayers and agents.’ This link is to the, ‘Customs, Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT) and Excise’ section. The EU has
FTA Ireland (FTAI) is urging the Road Safety Authority to relax its rules around commercial vehicle testing during the COVID-19 pandemic to allow businesses to continue operating while adhering to the government’s strict social distancing rules. Aidan Flynn, General Manager of FTAI, comments: “FTAI is calling for the Road Safety Authority to relax the rules
Transport and logistics businesses are increasingly needing a strong voice to steer the industry through the challenging times ahead. And, as a nominating body for the Industrial and Commercial Panel of Seanad Éireann, FTA Ireland (FTAI) is delighted to endorse Declan Allen for the forthcoming election. Declan Allen is a Senior Lecturer at the Technological
The package of emergency measures introduced by government to support logistics businesses through COVID-19 is a promising start but more needs to be done, according FTA Ireland (FTAI). Aidan Flynn, General Manager of FTAI, which speaks for the sector nationwide, comments: “Businesses within the freight distribution and logistics sector are ready and willing to face
To help protect commercial drivers during the COVID-19 pandemic, FTA Ireland (FTAI) is urging cargo-carrying ferry companies to restrict cabins to one-person occupation, close all bars and restaurants on board and provide a room service for drivers to include meals and drinks. Aidan Flynn, General Manager of FTAI comments: “FTAI is urging ferry companies to
In response to the government’s escalation of its reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic, FTA Ireland (FTAI) is reassuring the public that the nation’s supply chain is resilient and there is no need to stockpile items. Aidan Flynn, General Manager of FTAI comments: “As the business organisation representing Ireland’s logistics sector, FTAI wants to reassure the
FTA Ireland (FTAI) has today (09 March 2020) issued advice to logistics operators regarding COVID-19, also known as coronavirus. Aidan Flynn, General Manager of FTAI comments: “Those working in the freight distribution and logistics sector must work effectively, collaboratively and transparently in assessing the risk of COVID-19 to the international supply chain. It is important
Transport and logistics businesses needs a strong voice to steer the industry through challenging times ahead, which will include the UK’s departure from the EU, worsening skills shortages and the ambitious European Green Deal, according to FTA Ireland (FTAI). As a nominating body for the Industrial and Commercial Panel of Seanad Éireann, FTAI is endorsing