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Author: Archie Villaflores

German logistics provider DHL has submitted plans for an £18 million relocation of its Northern Ireland supply chain operation. The proposal includes a 100,000-square-foot warehouse at Ballyearl Business Park in County Antrim creating approximately 60 jobs.

Author: Archie Villaflores

The Irish Logistics & Transport Awards 2026 Book of the Night is now available, offering a complete record of the ceremony held on 26 February 2026 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Santry. The publication captures the full sweep of an evening that brought together Ireland's logistics and transport community to recognise excellence in innovation, resilience, and industry achievement.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Australian postal operator Australia Post has opened a parcel-focused post office in Yarrabilba, Queensland, featuring 24/7 parcel lockers and self-service options. The facility is the fourth next-generation post office introduced in the state.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Hong Kong-based Hutchison Port Holdings Trust has unveiled a fleet of zero-emission autonomous trucks for container transportation at terminals. The artificial intelligence-powered vehicles support the city's objectives for smarter and greener port operations.

Author: Archie Villaflores

UK parcel delivery company Evri has begun trialling automated guided vehicles at its Rugby hub as part of its robotics automation strategy. The company is testing two AGV power pallets in partnership with Translift Group.

Author: Archie Villaflores

UK logistics provider XPO Logistics has been appointed as B&Q's home delivery partner in Ireland, supporting last-mile delivery services with improved delivery times and order visibility. The partnership includes introduction of electric vehicles supporting sustainability commitments.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Irish parcel delivery service drop2shop has partnered with Lithuania-based online marketplace Vinted to expand delivery and returns options across the Republic of Ireland. The service will initially launch in Dublin before nationwide rollout over six months.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Ireland's logistics and transport sector faces a defining talent investment moment as digital and sustainability skills become the primary drivers of supply chain competitiveness. Organisations moving decisively on upskilling and talent pipeline development will secure durable operational and competitive advantage.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Irish Government's Alternative Fuels for Transport Working Group 2025 Report sets out a funded, multi-pathway roadmap for decarbonising road freight. Operators who move now on HVO, electric vehicles, and hydrogen will build durable cost, compliance, and competitive advantages over those who delay.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Drivrr Group bagged the Best Use of Technology award at the Irish Logistics & Transport Awards 2026, commended for a smart, scalable driver recruitment platform that combines automation and intelligent job matching to reduce hiring costs and turnaround times for transport operators across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. The win underscores the growing role of purpose-built digital solutions in addressing structural workforce challenges across the logistics sector, signalling that technology designed with genuine operational understanding can drive change far beyond the boundaries of a single market.