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Pictured: Dozens in Laois facing redundancy following Fastway's receivership
An emergency job fair has been organised for Fastway employees facing redundancy following the company's receivership.
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Ireland has announced that they will hold 'Driver Connect', an event that aims to introduce Fastway contractors and self-employed drivers with companies such as An Post, Amazon’s delivery partners, Bus Éireann, ISM and others that are currently recruiting.
Taking place on Tuesday November 4 at the Maldron Hotel in Portlaoise, CILT Ireland says the initiative is designed to help keep skilled drivers in work and maintain supply chain continuity across Ireland.
While this event has been organised to assist Fastway employees, the company has told the Leinster Express / Laois Live that all are welcome to attend, with free attendance for drivers and employers.
“The collapse of Fastway has left many hard-working self-employed drivers in sudden uncertainty,” said CEO Joe Kenny, CILT Ireland.
Pictured: File photo of Fastway vehicles
“As the professional body for the logistics and transport sector, we believe it’s our responsibility to step in and create a platform where drivers can quickly reconnect with companies who urgently need their skills.”
“Driver Connect is about collaboration — keeping experienced drivers working, ensuring parcels keep moving, and reinforcing the resilience of Ireland’s logistics network.”
The open day will run from 10am – 3pm and feature short introductions from participating companies, informal networking, and on-the-spot recruitment discussions.
Advance registration for the event is encouraged. This event is supported by CILT Mobility & Supply Chain Skillnet, an industry led subsidised training network for the transport, logistics and supply chain sector.
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) is the professional body representing members involved in the movement of goods and people and their associated supply chains.
Through education, training, and advocacy, CILT promotes best practice and professional standards across the transport and logistics sector.
Register for the event here.
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