Industry

20th October 2026

BAM UK & Ireland marks major milestone as first barge carrying Narrow Water Bridge structures arrives from Belgium

The first barge carrying major steel components for the landmark cross-border bridge has arrived at Warrenpoint Harbour in Northern Ireland following a journey from Belgium. BAM UK & Ireland is preparing to install approximately 2,245 tonnes of steel structures for the new 195-metre bridge connecting Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

15th October 2026

EU Budget Must Match Europeâ€™s Transport Ambitions

As EU leaders meet today in Brussels to discuss the EUâ€™s next long-term budget, CLECAT calls on Member States to safeguard transport investment. CLECAT has joined a broad coalition of European transport organisations in a renewed appeal for funding that matches Europeâ€™s competitiveness, resilience and security ambitions.

15th October 2026

Stena Line to acquire vessel and make changes to its network

Stena Line has reached an agreement to acquire the RoRo vessel Somerset from CLdN. Subject to closure and transfer, the vessel would begin operating on the Dublinâ€“Liverpool route for Stena Line in early December. As part of the changes, the ferry company will deploy its own vessels on the Rotterdamâ€“Harwich route.

8th October 2026

Port of Cork Delivers Strong 2025 Performance While Accelerating Major Infrastructure and Energy Investments

8th October 2026

TT Club and UK P&I Club members approve merger to create the first transport mutual to span the cargo supply chain

Members of the UK P&I Club, and the TT Club have voted strongly in favour of merging the two organisations to create the first transport mutual to span the entire cargo supply chain. Together, the group will cover maritime, logistics, ports and terminals industries.

29th September 2026

Revenue advises online shoppers of the introduction by the European Union (EU) of a new Union Handling Fee for goods bought from outside the EU

On 29/09/2026, Revenue advised consumers who shop online of a further change to Customs arrangements for goods bought from outside the EU (including Great Britain). From 1 November 2026, the EU will introduce a new Union Handling Fee of â‚¬2 per distinct item, which businesses that file Customs declarations for eCommerce packages will pay. It relates to goods purchased online from non-EU countries and shipped to consumers in Ireland and other EU Member States.

21st September 2026

EU Customs Reform marks a new era for customs in Europe

The EU Customs Reform has entered into force, marking the start of a better, smarter and simpler customs system across the EU. Following formal adoption by the Council of the European Union and European Parliament, the reform was published in the Official Journal last Saturday and will be gradually implemented as from today.

16th September 2026

The European Parliament adopts new e-commerce and customs rules

E-commerce platforms sending parcels from outside EU directly to EU consumers will be treated as responsible importers New handling fee for goods ordered directly from non-EU countries to come into effect on 1 November 2026 at the latest EU-wide IT system called Data Hub to replace more than 111 current systems New EU customs authority to be established in Lille

15th September 2026

Minister Byrne in European Parliament to represent Irish EU Presidency and attend President von der Leyenâ€™s State of the Union address

Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence, Thomas Byrne TD, will today (15 September) commence his visit to the European Parliament plenary in Strasbourg. As Ireland holds the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the Minister will represent the Council in a series of engagements with the Parliament.

11th September 2026

Approved-Haulier Requirement for Secure Air Cargo Takes Effect In 2027

From 01 January 2027, road transport of secured air cargo and mail within the EU secure supply chain may only be carried out by a regulated agent, a known consignor, or an approved haulier. The current system, under which regulated agents and known consignors can appoint carriers through a signed haulier declaration, will therefore come to an end.

10th September 2026

DHL and Alibaba.com partner to bring AI-powered logistics capabilities to small and medium-sized enterprises worldwide

The agreement was announced during Alibaba.comâ€™s CoCreate 2026 Conference in Los Angeles.

10th September 2026

Dublin Port launches inaugural Community Hero Award to celebrate 25 years of Scholarship Programme

Dublin Port has today launched a new Community Hero Award, calling on people across the port community to nominate someone who has made a significant contribution to the area.

4th September 2026

Norway Introduces Mandatory Digital Customs Reporting

Norway is taking the next step in the digitalisation of its customs procedures. From 15 September 2026, transport and consignment information for goods entering Norway must be submitted digitally through Digitoll. A second major change will follow on 1 March 2027, when customs declarations must be lodged no later than the moment the goods cross the Norwegian border.

26th August 2026

New ID Requirements for Stena Line

From Monday 28 September 2026 passengers travelling between Holyhead and Dublin or Fishguard and Rosslare will now need to show their passport on departure. No other forms of ID will be accepted. All passengers will be required to show their passport or passport card, regardless of age or nationality.

14th August 2026

The European Commission publishes a series of guidance documents to support CBAM implementation in the definitive period

On 14 August 2026, the European Commission published a series of ten guidance documents to help non-EU operators with the implementation of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) during its definitive period.

20th July 2026

Report highlights need for stronger customs controls and cooperation to protect EU citizens and businesses

A European Commission report published today on customs controls at the EUâ€™s external borders highlights the need for stronger controls and enhanced cooperation to help protect consumers and businesses in the EU internal market.

15th July 2026

American Airlines Cargo Establishes Pharma Corridor Connecting Europe and the U.S.

New end-to-end temperature-controlled solution links Amsterdam and Brussels with key U.S. pharma hubs via London Heathrow

15th July 2026

Commission upgrades import monitoring mechanism

To respond to growing imbalances in global trade, the European Commission is upgrading its import monitoring toolbox by reconfiguring its â€˜import barometerâ€™, which gathers up-to-date import data and was originally established in 2025.

2nd July 2026

CMA CGM Names the CMA CGM NOTRE DAME, the Largest French-Flagged Containership in the World

The CMA CGM Group today celebrated the naming ceremony of the CMA CGM NOTRE DAME in Le Havre, the newest vessel in its fleet. Measuring nearly 400 metres in length, 61 metres in width and with a capacity of up to 24,000 TEUs, the CMA CGM NOTRE DAME is the largest containership operating under the French flag. It is also the largest LNG-powered containership in the world. Its liquefied natural gas (LNG) propulsion technology significantly reduces emissions of sulphur oxides, fine particulate mat

1st July 2026

CMA CGM Group to Acquire FedEx Supply Chain at an Enterprise Value of $1.4 billion, Strengthening Its Logistics Presence in North America

The CMA CGM Group, a leading global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions, today announced an agreement to acquire FedEx Supply Chain, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp, at an enterprise value of $1.4 billion. The acquisition, expected to close in 2026, would nearly triple the size of the North American contract logistics operations of CEVA Logistics, a subsidiary of the CMA CGM Group.

30th June 2026

FIATA seeks urgent clarification from airlines ahead of expedited implementation of IATA Direct Air Waybill changes

With the implementation of amendments to the IATA Direct Air Waybill (DAWB) framework currently scheduled by the IATA Cargo Agency Conference to take effect on an expedited basis from 1 July 2026, FIATA notes that the formal review process before the scheduled date of effectiveness has not been respected. Whilst FIATA continues to pursue the preservation of the review process, FIATA has today written to airlines worldwide seeking urgent clarification as to whether they intend to implement the ch

30th June 2026

Operators deeply concerned by worsening driver shortage: new IRU report

IRUâ€™s latest global driver shortage report finds that recruitment difficulties are worsening, with the shortage topping operatorsâ€™ concerns across most surveyed markets.

19th June 2026

CLdN acquires Samskipâ€™sâ€¯quay-to-quay andâ€¯door-to-door freight business between the Continent and UK & Ireland

CLdN today announced that all conditions have been fulfilled to proceed with the acquisition of Samskipâ€™s quay-to-quay andâ€¯door-to-door freight business between the Continent and UK & Ireland. The services will become part of the CLdN network on 29th June.

19th June 2026

Irish Presidency Sets Out Ambitious Transport and Competitiveness Agenda

On 1 July 2026, Ireland takes over the Presidency of the Council. The Irish Presidency has set out an ambitious programme focused on competitiveness, values, and security, with transport featuring as a key enabler of economic growth, connectivity, and resilience. The Irish Presidency places a strong emphasis on strengthening Europe's competitiveness through investment, simplification and improved connectivity.