Addressing the Demand for Skills in the Freight Transport, Distribution and Logistics Sector in Ireland 2015 – 2020

The aim of the study is to assess the skills and competency requirements for the Freight Transport, Distribution and Logistics sector in Ireland up to 2020, and to propose recommendations that will ensure Ireland has the right skill base to meet enterprise needs.

Employment in these occupations is spread across a range of sectors in the economy, including transportation and storage, retail and wholesale trade, and manufacturing.

The report assesses talent needs at all levels of educational attainment, including further education and training as well as higher education.