The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Ireland

What The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Ireland does

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Ireland (CILT Ireland) is a non-profit professional membership institute and registered charity (RCN: CHY23313) operating as a Company Limited by Guarantee from Dublin. It is the Irish national body of the international CILT network and serves logistics, transport, and supply chain professionals across Ireland through a portfolio of membership services, accredited education, and statutory certification. Core products include the Level 6 Higher Certificate, short courses in Sustainability, Digitalisation, and Warehouse operations, and the EV Technology programme delivered with the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) at the Coonagh Campus opened in April 2024. The institute is also the designated examining body for ADR (dangerous goods by road), DGSA (Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser), and CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) qualifications on behalf of the Health and Safety Authority, the Department of Transport, and the Commission for Railway Regulation.

The business model combines four revenue streams: annual membership subscriptions from individual professionals, fees from accredited education and training programmes (Higher Certificate and short courses), examination and certification fees for state-mandated qualifications, and event sponsorship and training partnerships with corporate and public-sector bodies. Distribution is primarily through direct membership channels, partnerships with Skillnet Ireland for subsidised enterprise training, and academic delivery via TUS. Customers range from individual practitioners to institutional clients including Bus Éireann and transport operators requiring EV-fleet technician certification. The organisation employs 19 staff under a leadership team including Tim Hayes (President), James Kearney (Network and Education Manager), and Katie Wheeler (Marketing and Events Manager).

Name

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Ireland

Legal name

The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport Ireland

Website

https://cilt.ie

Company type

Private

Founded year

1919

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Ireland is a Dublin-based non-profit professional membership institute serving logistics and transport professionals across Ireland through accredited education, statutory certification examinations (ADR, DGSA, CPC), and training partnerships with state regulators and the Technological University of the Shannon.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Membership and Certification Services

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Apprenticeship Training (611513)

akta.pro primary industry

Continuing Education (CE/CPD) & Provider Accreditation Bodies (EDADACAF)

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National/Institutional Accreditors (Career, Faith-Based, Distance, etc.) (EDADACAB), Standards, Metrology & Accreditation Bodies (BPAIAOAC), Transport Safety & Infrastructure Standards Cooperation (BPADANAK)

Keywords

• Professional membership services
• Logistics certification
• Transport education
• Supply chain training
• Professional development courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Dublin

HQ country

Ireland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: Annual membership fees from individual professionals in logistics, transport and supply chain sectors. Membership grades determine fee levels.
2. Education and Training Courses: Revenue from educational programmes including Higher Certificate courses, short courses (Certificate in Managing Sustainability, Certificate in Digitalisation, Certificate in Warehouse & Transport Management), and CPD programmes.
3. Examination and Certification Services: Fees for managing examinations and issuing certifications on behalf of government bodies including ADR (Dangerous Goods), DGSA (Dangerous Goods Safety Advisers), and CPC (Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competency). CILT acts as an examining body for the Health & Safety Authority, Department of Transport, and Commission for Railway Regulation.
4. Events and Sponsorship: Revenue from Annual Dinner and Awards events, ticket sales, and corporate sponsorship arrangements.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

CILT Ireland is the chartered professional body for logistics, transport and supply chain professionals in Ireland. It delivers graded professional membership, accredited education programmes (including a QQI Level 6 Higher Certificate), and serves as the designated examining body for government-mandated transport certifications including ADR (dangerous goods), DGSA (safety advisers) and CPC (transport manager competence) on behalf of the Health & Safety Authority, Department of Transport, and Commission for Railway Regulation.

Product overview

CILT Ireland is a professional body offering a portfolio of education programmes, industry certifications, and professional development services for the logistics, transport, and supply chain sectors. The core offering includes a Level 6 Higher Certificate in Sustainable Supply Chains, Digitalisation and Logistics, supplemented by short certificate courses covering sustainability, digitalisation, and warehouse/transport management. CILT also administers mandated professional certifications including ADR (dangerous goods), DGSA (safety advisers), and CPC (transport operations) on behalf of Irish government bodies. Through CILT Skillnet, the institute provides industry-funded professional development including the EV Technology Programme. Annual awards and events round out the service portfolio.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CILT Mobility & Supply Chain Skillnet: Professional development and training network offering courses in logistics, transport and supply chain management.
• Women in Logistics & Transport

Products and services

• Level 6 Higher Certificate in Business in Sustainable Supply Chains, Digitalisation and Logistics A QQI Level 6 Higher Certificate qualification providing foundational education in sustainable supply chain management, digitalisation, and logistics operations. Designed for professionals pursuing accredited further education in the sector.
• Certificate in Managing Sustainability in Transport and Logistics A short course focused on sustainability management principles within transport and logistics operations, delivered as part of the CILT short course portfolio.
• Certificate in Digitalisation in Transport and Logistics Management A short course covering digital transformation and technology applications in transport and logistics management.
• Certificate in Warehouse & Transport Management A short course providing skills and knowledge for managing warehouse and transport operations.
• ADR – Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road Examination and certification for drivers and handlers involved in the carriage of dangerous goods by road, conducted on behalf of the Health & Safety Authority.
• DGSA – Dangerous Goods Safety Advisers Certification for Dangerous Goods Safety Advisers, managed on behalf of the Health & Safety Authority and the Commission for Railway Regulation.
• CPC in Road Transport Operations Management Certificate of Professional Competency for road transport operations managers, issued on behalf of the Department of Transport.
• CPC in Road Passenger Transport Operations Management Certificate of Professional Competency for road passenger transport operations managers, issued on behalf of the Department of Transport.
• HGV Eco Driving Training Training programme for Heavy Goods Vehicle drivers on fuel-efficient and environmentally conscious driving techniques.
• Certificate in Customs Compliance & Trade Facilitation Continuing professional development course covering customs compliance requirements and international trade facilitation.
• Fundamentals of Heavy Vehicle Engineering & Technology CPD course covering heavy vehicle engineering principles and modern automotive technology.
• EV Technology Programme Level 7 accredited electric vehicle technology training programme delivered with Technological University of the Shannon at Coonagh Campus; the only accredited Level 7 course of its kind in Ireland, focused on high-voltage EV maintenance.
• CILT Annual Dinner and Awards Annual black-tie gala event held at Talbot Hotel Stillorgan, recognising achievements of professionals and organisations across the transport, logistics and supply chain sectors through Organisation, Student and Professional Leadership award categories.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 160 motor technicians trained in EV Technology since 2023

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Skillnet IrelandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCILT Mobility & Supply Chain Skillnet provides funding and support for professional development courses. The Skillnet programme offers subsidised training for businesses in the logistics, transport and supply chain sector, funded through Government and EU sources.
• Technological University of the Shannon (TUS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to deliver accredited EV Technology training programme. TUS Coonagh Campus (opened April 2024) hosts the Level 7 EV Technology course - the only accredited programme of its kind in Ireland. CILT Education meetings identified the skills gap that led to this collaboration.
• Bus ÉireannminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry partner representing fleet operator demand behind EV Technology training programme development. Bus Éireann was expanding its electric bus fleet and sought to upskill maintenance teams.
• Health & Safety Authority (HSA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment body for which CILT manages ADR and DGSA licensing and examination. CILT issues licences on behalf of HSA and shares candidate data for validation purposes.
• Department of TransportcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment department for which CILT manages Transport Manager Certificate of Competency (TM CPC) certification and examination. CILT issues certificates on behalf of the Department.
• Commission for Railway Regulation (CRR)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegulatory body for which CILT manages DGSA Rail licensing. DGSA Rail candidate data may be shared with the Commissioner for Railway Regulation for licence validation.
• CILT InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal chartered institute network with origins dating to 1919. CILT Ireland manages membership in conjunction with CILT International, which coordinates the global professional body for logistics and transport.
• AmazonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrevious sponsor of CILT Annual Dinner and Awards event, contributing to industry recognition celebrations.
• ISM Training and RecruitmentminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrevious sponsor of CILT Annual Dinner and Awards event.
• LogiskillsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrevious sponsor of CILT Annual Dinner and Awards event.
• Enterprise MobilityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrevious sponsor of CILT Annual Dinner and Awards event.
• SGSminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrevious sponsor of CILT Annual Dinner and Awards event.
• PerfomanSCminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrevious sponsor of CILT Annual Dinner and Awards event.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Skillnet Ireland: Skillnet Ireland is the government-funded enterprise-led learning network of which CILT Mobility & Supply Chain Skillnet is a member network. It is a key funding and infrastructure partner, channeling Government and EU training subsidies to CILT Ireland's enterprise-focused programmes.

Emerging players

• Technological University of the Shannon (TUS): TUS is CILT Ireland's academic partner delivering the EV Technology programme at Coonagh Campus. As a higher education institution, it represents both a collaboration partner and a potential alternative provider of vocational logistics training in the Irish market.
• National Forklift & Warehouse Training Centre: An Irish commercial training provider specialising in warehouse, logistics, and equipment operator certifications. It overlaps with CILT Ireland's Warehouse & Transport Management course and HGV Eco Driving training, competing for the same Irish vocational training budget.
• Irish Exporters Association: The Irish Exporters Association provides training and certification for export and international trade professionals in Ireland. It overlaps with CILT's customs compliance and trade facilitation courses and serves a related but distinct professional segment in the same market.

Direct peers

• Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK: CILT UK is the sister organization of CILT Ireland within the global CILT network. It offers the same chartered professional membership, training, and certification services in the UK logistics and transport sector, making it the closest direct peer in terms of mission, products, and member profile.
• Freight Transport Association of Ireland (FTA Ireland): FTA Ireland is the trade association representing the freight and logistics industry in Ireland, providing training, advocacy, and compliance services. It competes with CILT Ireland for the same Irish transport professional membership base and offers overlapping CPC and compliance training.
• Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Ireland: CIPS Ireland is a chartered professional body serving procurement and supply chain professionals in Ireland. It operates with a similar membership, CPD, and education model as CILT Ireland, targeting overlapping supply chain practitioner audiences in the same Irish market.

Broad incumbents

• Logistics UK: Logistics UK is a major UK-based trade association serving the logistics sector with training, certification, and policy advocacy. While UK-focused, it competes with CILT UK/Ireland on cross-border training programmes and is an adjacent incumbent in the same professional body space.
• IRU Academy: IRU Academy delivers global training and certification for road transport operators and managers, including CPC-equivalent programmes. It represents a broader international incumbent providing similar professional transport credentials that CILT Ireland's CPC offering competes against for multinational audiences.

Regional players

• Supply Chain & Logistics Association of Australia (SCLAA): SCLAA is a chartered professional body for supply chain and logistics in Australia, mirroring CILT Ireland's mission but serving the APAC region. It offers comparable membership, certification, and CPD programmes for logistics professionals in a different geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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