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Seamus Kavanagh announced as judge for Irish Logistics & Transport Awards 2027
Seamus Kavanagh, Executive Officer at the Irish International Freight Association, joins the judging panel for the Irish Logistics & Transport Awards 2027, bringing over 15 years of experience representing Ireland's freight forwarding and customs brokerage community through national bodies and international organisations. A course lecturer and developer of the IIFA's online FIATA Diploma programme, Kavanagh contributes deep expertise in freight management, customs compliance, and supply chain training to the evaluation of entries.
Cold Chain as Commercial Strategy: Why Irish Logistics and Transport Operators Must Build Agri-Food Logistics Capability Now
Ireland's food, drink and horticulture exports reached a record €19 billion in 2025, yet domestic cold chain logistics capability is not keeping pace. Operators who invest in refrigerated fleet, cold-store warehousing, and temperature documentation now will win agri-food contracts currently serviced by European providers.
Zenith buys Edinburgh logistics estate anchored by Evri
Zenith Real Estate Partners, a UK property firm, has acquired Sighthill Central, a 43,000 sq ft multi-let industrial estate in Edinburgh anchored by Evri. The off-market deal reflects investor appetite for last-mile logistics assets in supply-constrained markets.
DX appoints strategic growth director to leadership team
DX has appointed Karl Hodgkinson to a newly created Director of Strategic Growth role on its Executive Leadership Team. The move builds on the Group's growth strategy under its new chief executive, aiming to develop new propositions and integrated logistics solutions.
KeolisAmey begins operating Dublin's Luas tram network
KeolisAmey Luas has begun operating Dublin's Luas light rail network under a new contract, following an extensive mobilisation programme. The joint venture combines Keolis' transport experience with Amey's infrastructure expertise to support the network's reliability and growth.
Peel Ports hires shipping veteran as operations chief
Peel Ports Group, the UK's second-largest port operator, has appointed shipping executive Audrey Dolhen as chief operating officer for its unitised operations. The appointment strengthens its leadership as the group targets growth across its Irish Sea businesses.
DP World rolls out new express LCL ocean freight services
DP World, the Dubai-based logistics group, has introduced two Express LCL ocean services linking Europe, Asia and North America via a Cork, Ireland hub. The services target time-sensitive cargo ahead of peak season amid elevated freight rates.
Maersk Contract Logistics named Gold Sponsor of Irish Logistics & Transport Awards 2027
Maersk Contract Logistics has been announced as Gold Sponsor of the Irish Logistics & Transport Awards 2027, bringing global container logistics and supply chain management expertise to the programme ahead of the awards gala on 4 March at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Dublin Airport. The partnership reflects Maersk's commitment to connecting and simplifying supply chains and its alignment with the organisations driving excellence across Ireland's logistics and transport sector.
Port Forward: Why Irish Logistics and Transport Operators Must Treat Expanding Port Logistics Infrastructure as a Commercial Investment Decision
Shannon Foynes Port has unveiled a €32 million port logistics park expansion and Rosslare Europort is planning a €220 million freight and renewable energy hub. Those who establish warehousing and distribution operations within these expanding Tier 1 port logistics clusters now will secure positions that competitors entering later will find structurally difficult to replicate.
Logistics UK and AXA partner to cut fleet risk
Logistics UK, the British trade body, and AXA UK, part of French insurer AXA Group, have formed a partnership to help fleet operators manage risk. The collaboration aims to identify safety and compliance issues before they escalate.
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