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Matthews Transport – Co. Meath

Our Transport Services

Comprehensive transport and logistics solutions across all 32 counties of Ireland. From refrigerated haulage and container transport to specialist heavy lifting – we cover every logistics need.

32

Counties Covered

24/7

Availability

9+

Services Offered

Fully

Insured

All Services at a Glance

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Tipper and grab hire service
Tipper & Grab
Bulk Material Transport

Tipper & Grab Services

Our tipper and grab service provides reliable delivery and collection of bulk materials across Ireland. Whether you need a single tonne of decorative gravel or a 30-tonne load of topsoil delivered to a site, we have the capacity and experience to get it done safely and on time. Our grab lorry service can also collect loose material directly from site, saving you time and handling costs.

Bulk Material Delivery

Decorative gravel, topsoil, sand, stone, hardcore and more – delivered to your site in the quantity you need.

Grab Lorry Collection

Our grab lorry can reach over walls, fences and obstacles to collect or deposit material directly where you need it.

1 to 30-Tonne Loads

Flexible load sizes from small domestic deliveries right up to large-scale commercial and civil engineering projects.

All 32 Counties

Nationwide coverage across the Republic and Northern Ireland with fast turnaround times.

Temperature Controlled

Refrigerated Transport

Matthews Transport offers fully temperature-controlled haulage for frozen, chilled and ambient products across Ireland. Our refrigerated vehicles are maintained to the highest standards, ensuring your goods arrive at the correct temperature, every time. With 24/7 GPS tracking and real-time temperature monitoring, you always know exactly where your consignment is and what condition it's in.

Frozen, Chilled & Ambient

Full range of temperature zones from deep freeze to ambient – all maintained throughout the journey.

Real-Time Temperature Monitoring

Continuous in-cab and remote temperature logging with instant alerts if conditions go out of range.

Food-Grade Vehicles

All refrigerated units are thoroughly cleaned and maintained to meet food safety and hygiene standards.

Nationwide Coverage

Collection and delivery across all 32 counties, including timed and overnight deliveries.

Refrigerated transport truck
Temp. Controlled
Curtainsider haulage truck
Curtainsider
General Haulage

Curtainsider Transport

Our curtainsider trailers offer fast and flexible transport for palletised goods throughout Ireland. The side-curtain design allows for rapid loading and unloading from either side, reducing turnaround times and increasing efficiency. Combined with our Mounty on-board forklift service, we can deliver even to locations that lack dedicated loading bays or dock levellers.

Fast Side Loading & Unloading

Open from both sides for maximum loading flexibility, reducing handling time on site.

Full & Part Loads

Whether you have a full trailer load or just a few pallets, we can accommodate your requirements.

Mounty On-Board Forklift

Integrated Mounty forklift means we can unload at locations without loading equipment – no special facilities needed.

Cargo Protection

Heavy-duty curtains and load restraint systems keep your goods safe and secure in transit.

Port & Depot Logistics

Container Transport

We provide reliable and efficient container haulage services throughout Ireland, moving shipping containers between ports, depots, distribution centres and end customer sites. Our experienced drivers handle all standard ISO container sizes, ensuring collections and deliveries run to schedule. Whether you need a single container move or an ongoing arrangement, we have the fleet and expertise to deliver.

Port to Door Delivery

We collect directly from Dublin, Rosslare and other Irish ports and deliver to any address nationwide.

All Standard Container Sizes

20ft, 40ft and 45ft ISO containers handled, including high-cube, refrigerated and open-top variants.

Genset Skelly Trailers

Our fleet includes genset skelly trailers, enabling us to transport reefers and refrigerated containers independently of power source.

On-Time Every Time

We understand the importance of port cut-off times and tight delivery windows – punctuality is our priority.

Fully Insured & Tracked

All container movements are fully insured and tracked with GPS, giving you complete peace of mind.

Container transport at shipping yard
Container Haulage
Low loader transport truck
Low Loader
Abnormal Loads

Low Loader Transport

Our low loader service is specifically designed for transporting heavy, oversized and abnormal loads that cannot be carried on a standard trailer. From large plant machinery and excavators to wind turbine components and industrial equipment, our experienced low loader team manages every aspect of the move safely and in compliance with all regulations.

Heavy Plant & Machinery

Excavators, cranes, rollers, bulldozers and all types of heavy plant machinery transported safely.

Construction & Infrastructure

Ideal for road, rail and civil engineering projects requiring movement of large structures or equipment.

Route Planning & Permits

We handle all necessary route surveys, abnormal load permits and escort arrangements on your behalf.

Secure Load Restraint

Professional securing and restraint of all loads using chains, binders and specialist equipment.

Matthews Transport Megalift self-loading trailer
NEW SERVICE
Megalift loading system in action
Megalift trailer with container
Specialist Service

Megalift Trailer

Our Megalift self-loading trailer is a game-changer for businesses receiving shipping containers at sites without loading bays, docks or ramps. We collect containers directly from the port and use our Megalift system to safely lift and place the container exactly where you need it – on the ground, in a yard, on a construction site or at a remote premises. No crane hire, no fuss.

Ground-Level Container Placement

Container lifted off the trailer and placed precisely at ground level – no forklift or crane required at the delivery site.

Remote & Awkward Sites

Perfect for construction sites, farms, yards and any location where traditional unloading is not possible.

Eliminates Extra Handling Costs

Removes the need to hire additional equipment at your site, saving both time and money on every delivery.

Precise Positioning

Containers can be accurately positioned exactly where required – ideal for storage container placement.

Licensed Collection

Waste Collection

Matthews Transport holds a valid waste collection permit, allowing us to safely and legally transport construction and excavation waste to approved disposal and recycling facilities across Ireland. Whether you're a construction firm, civil contractor or private client, we provide a reliable and fully compliant waste removal service to keep your site clean and your project on schedule.

Licensed Waste Permit

Fully licensed and compliant with all Irish waste regulations, giving you complete peace of mind.

Muck, Rubble & Stone

Collection of muck away, hardcore, rubble, concrete, sand and mixed construction waste.

Approved Disposal Facilities

All waste transported to EPA-licensed disposal and recycling centres in accordance with legislation.

Flexible Scheduling

Regular collections or one-off clearances arranged to suit your project timeline and requirements.

Waste collection transport
Licensed
Red forklift loading cargo onto a blue Matthews delivery truck at an industrial yard
Mounty Forklift Deliveries
On-Site Forklift Delivery

Mounty Forklift Deliveries

Our Mounty trailer service incorporates an on-board diesel forklift that travels with every load. This means we can unload palletised goods at any location – even those without a loading dock, loading bay or warehouse equipment on site. Available with Rigids to 37 foot and 45 foot artic trailers in curtainsider and flat configurations. Whether you're a small business, a builder's merchant or a remote rural customer, we bring the unloading capability with us on every delivery.

No Loading Bay Required

Deliver directly to ground level at any premises – no special facilities or on-site equipment needed.

Ideal for Palletised Goods

Perfectly suited for block deliveries, bagged goods, building materials and any palletised freight.

Single Driver Operation

One driver handles everything – driving, unloading and placement – keeping costs low and efficiency high.

Nationwide Delivery

Available across all 32 counties, making it a perfect solution for rural and hard-to-reach locations.

Container Logistics

Container Destuffing & Stuffing

We provide professional container destuffing and stuffing services across Ireland, helping businesses efficiently unload and reload freight containers. Whether you need cargo removed from an incoming container or goods packed and secured for export, our experienced team handles it safely, quickly and to the highest standard – keeping your supply chain moving without delay.

Full Destuffing Service

Complete unloading of container contents, carefully handled and organised on-site or in our depot.

Expert Container Stuffing

Goods professionally packed, secured and loaded to maximise space and protect cargo during transit.

All Cargo Types

Experienced with palletised, bagged, bulk and mixed freight for import and export consignments.

Flexible Scheduling

We work around your timelines to minimise delays, available 7 days a week on request.

Container destuffing and stuffing service
Destuffing & Stuffing
Container stuffing service
Container freight handling

Ready to Move?

Whether you need a one-off transport job or a long-term logistics partner, Matthews Transport is ready to help. Contact us today for a fast, no-obligation quote across all 32 counties.

Fully Insured
24/7 Available
All 32 Counties
Family Run