He says one challenge in particular is affecting the industry.
A midlands hauliers rep is warning Irish supply chains are in danger if the government doesn't provide support to the industry.
A cap on the number lorry drivers from outside Europe allowed to work in Ireland is being scrapped, in an attempt to meet a driver shortage.
However, Laois' Ger Hyland - from the Irish Road Haulage Association - says the biggest challenge facing the sector is the rising carbon tax.
He says they can't afford the rising costs, with no viable alternative to diesel available:
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