South Coast Logistics’ continued investment and progress in expanding its facilities, fleet and services have been acknowledged by winning the Fleet Transport Irish Haulier of the Year Award 2025, sponsored by Rosslare Europort.
Representatives from the Fermoy, County Cork family firm received the prestigious prize at the 18th Fleet Transport Awards Gala Banquet, held at the Johnstown Estate Hotel, Enfield, County Meath on Thursday 10 October. Earlier in the evening South Coast Logistics won the National Haulier title and follows on from the Regional Operator accolade achieved previously.
The full house attendees were generous in their applause for the overall prize winner, following the announcement by joint compères Shay Byrne and Síle Seoige. Musical entertainment was performed by Electric Twist.
On receiving the awards, Richie O’Flynn, Commercial Director of South Coast, expressed his immense pride, saying that he and his team were “over the moon” to win what is widely regarded as the most prestigious prize in the Irish road transport industry. “Winning these awards is a tremendous achievement. Securing the National Title of Haulier of the Year 2025 is special, but being named the Overall Irish Haulier of the Year 2025 is truly extraordinary. These recognitions are a testament to the hard work and dedication of two generations of our family business, which my parents founded in 1975. We continue to uphold their principles of innovation and exceptional service while focusing on future growth and investment beyond our Fermoy headquarters,” he said.
South Coast Logistics offer many services including Inland Port facilities, Dry Bulk, Chemical, Waste and Flexitank transport. The second generation, award-winning Flynn family-owned and operated business also provides consultancy services in all areas of road transport and logistics. Recently, the company announced that it has secured planning permission for its groundbreaking “Inland Port Terminal” at Ballycoolin, Dublin. This state-of-the-art facility will offer a comprehensive range of services, including storage for over 220 laden and empty TEUs, tank container lifting, washing, heating, repair, maintenance, and logistical support—all within a single, fully integrated and regulated site.
Jarlath Sweeney, Group Editor, Fleet Publications, on behalf of the event organisers said: “Heartiest congratulations to South Coast Logistics, most deserved winners of the Irish Haulier of the Year award. The progress and expansion of the company has been phenomenal and the method of how day-to-day operations nationwide is impressive. We will be hearing a lot more about this company in years to come.”
