Kings of the Road ( Kings Of The Road ) and Ken Irwin Driver Training ( Ken Irwin Class One Driver Training )
Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Support for Drivers Across the UK and Ireland
Northern Ireland, 8th Nov 2025
Two of Northern Ireland’s most respected names in the trucking industry, Kings of the Road and Ken Irwin Driver Training, have today announced a strategic partnership that will further strengthen both brands and enhance opportunities and support for professional drivers across the UK and Ireland.
This collaboration unites decades of industry expertise, shared values, and a commitment to improving the lifestyle and professional development of drivers.
“It has always been about the drivers,” said Paul Leonard of Kings of the Road. “With Ken Irwin Driver Training as our partner, we have the long-standing tradition of a trusted family business that aligns perfectly with our ethos. Together, we’re building something that truly supports those at the heart of our industry.
Nigel Irwin of Ken Irwin Driver Training added, “We are pleased to be in partnership with Kings of the Road to enhance the lifestyle of owners, drivers, and all those in the trucking industry across the UK and Ireland. This partnership allows us to combine our strengths and continue our shared mission of promoting excellence, safety, and pride in the transport profession.”
The partnership marks an exciting new chapter for both organisations, focused on advancing training standards, community engagement, and opportunities for the next generation of professional drivers.
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About Kings of the Road
Kings of the Road is a leading Northern Irish trucking lifestyle brand representing the trucking community through events, media, and driver-focused initiatives that celebrate the passion, professionalism, and pride of the transport industry.
About Ken Irwin Driver Training
A family-run business with a long-standing reputation for quality and professionalism, Ken Irwin Driver Training provides expert instruction and certification for new and experienced drivers across Northern Ireland, committed to the highest standards of safety and driver development.