Welcome to the Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) Web Site.
The IRHA is the recognised national representative body of the licenced road haulage industry in the Republic of Ireland.
IRHA members operate under Road Haulage Operator Licences issued by the Department of Transport. A Road Haulage Operator’s Licence is required where goods are carried for hire or reward in a vehicle or combination of vehicles which is in excess of 3.5 (metric) tonnes.
The IRHA was founded in 1973 with the purpose of representing and promoting the interests of Ireland’s licenced road haulage industry – on a national and international level. The Association promotes excellence, professionalism and safety in the operation of road transport businesses.
Irish Haulier 2010
The IRHA is pleased to announce that the official publication of the association - Irish Haulier 2010 - is now available to interested parties within the industry. The magazine is made available at no cost and seeks to promote and communicate the on-going efforts the Irish Road Haulage Association is making on behalf of the industry. Copies of the publication will be automatically posted to members upon completion of print. You may also view the first edition in PDF format here
Drivers CPC
The Association is pleased to announce that it has been approved by the RSA to provide the mandatory drivers CPC training for HGV drivers in IRHA head-office, Bracetown, Clonee. The Association has been approved to provide all modules to interested parties on an on-going basis. A list of scheduled dates for training days are available in the notice board and members section of our website.
Available to IRHA Members - Digifob
The Digifob is the most convenient way for HGV drivers to monitor their working time throughout any given day/week and ensure they remain legal under the Driver Hours Regulations. The Digifob can determine daily rest and break infringements based on the driver card data. It is key ring mountable with a single button scroll function. Available to IRHA members for €48. (plus postage and packaging). Orders can be placed through head-office by calling 01 801 3380 or e-mail
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