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Night flight ban would hurt Ireland’s economy, warns FTAI

Ireland’s economy and supply chain could be seriously affected if night flights at Dublin Airport are restricted, warns FTA Ireland (FTAI). Chief executive Aidan Flynn, said that without overnight deliveries by air, shops and offices, factories and hospitals could be left without critical supplies  and that much of the economy would grind to a halt, while waiting for new stock or components. He explained: “Night flights ensure that the economy has all ... [+]

Government must put its money where its mouth is for zero-carbon, says FTAI

The Irish government must  provide financial support and incentives for the transport and logistics sector if its ambitions to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 are to be achieved, said FTA Ireland in its submission ahead of the country’s budget on 1 October. FTAI chief executive Aidan Flynn, said that the ... [+]

FTA Ireland calls for coordination to decarbonise logistics

It is vital that government and industry coordinate their efforts to provide vision and guidance if Irish fleet operators are to decarbonise successfully said FTA ireland in a new report, published on 9 July. The report, Decarbonising the Road Freight Sector Ireland, has been written in partnership with Air Products, Gas ... [+]

Ireland budget fails to impress

The budget announced by Minister for Finance Michael McGrath on 10 October  offers very little for the freight distribution and logistics sector, says FTA Ireland (FTAI).  Chief executive Aidan Flynn, said: “In Ireland a large percentage of fuel price is made up of taxes and excise duty. To alleviate some the ... [+]

Ireland’s transport managers keep their superpowers up to speed

FTA Ireland will be holding its annual Transport Manager Seminar on 19 October 2023 at the Johnstown House Hotel in Enfield, County Meath.  As Spiderman once said, ‘With great power comes great responsibility’ and the country’s transport managers are responsible for directing, coordinating, planning and overseeing tasks and operations while also ensuring ... [+]

Dublin night flights must stay, repeats FTA Ireland

Night flights at Dublin Airport are vital for Ireland’s trade and should be allowed to continue, said FTA Ireland following the High Court’s stay on a decision on whether to reduce the number using the North runway between 11pm and 7am. FTA Ireland made a submission to Fingal County Council in ... [+]

Green transport for Irish operators

Decarbonisation will be the key topic under discussion at FTA Ireland’s Transport Manager Seminar, to be held at The Johnstown Estate, Enfield, County Meath on 19 October. Delegates will be able to hear senior industry experts and policy makers discuss key legislation and topical issues and identify ways to reduce emissions ... [+]

Dublin’s new runway has sting in the tail

FTA Ireland (FTAI) has welcomed the opening of the new North Runway at Dublin Airport but also warns that it will bring challenges for express freight operators. It says that recommendations by the Airport Noise Competent Authority (ANCA) has led to the numerical cap on flights permitted between certain hours being ... [+]

Irish industry must be protected from fuel cost hikes says FTAI

FTA Ireland (FTAI) is calling on the Irish government to protect businesses from rising fuel prices. Chief executive Aidan Flynn says that with fuel accounting for more than 41% of the cost of running articulated lorry fleets – and the price of a barrel of oil now breaching $120 – the ... [+]

Help us face toughest times, Irish industry asks government

Ireland’s logistics industry is facing its most challenging period and needs effective support from government in the upcoming 2021 Budget, warns FTA Ireland (FTAI). General manager Aidan Flynn said that with the COVID-19 pandemic, the driver shortage, climate change and the UK’s departure from the EU, there has never before been ... [+]