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Car Leasing in Ireland
HAINES FLEET Management (HFM) is a long-established business originally registered as Joe Duffy Leasing in 1973 (Reg. no. 40048). Eugene Haines acquired it through an MBO in August 2004. It is now an independent entity and is not affiliated with any car manufacturer, distributor, or financial institution. It is a medium-sized company that has survived the test of time while enjoying its credit rating up to 100%.
We are now based in Airside Swords just ten minutes from Dublin International Airport and the M1 Motorway.
Our Values
“Small enough to care, experienced enough to deliver”
We strive to achieve the highest standard of satisfaction which has served us well in our long term retention of custom by adhering to the following core values:
- Delivering on promises while surpassing the expected.
- True accountability from each of the team.
- Energetic responsiveness with flexibility.
- Integrity in every aspect of our business.
While we are driven by ambition and passion, we are also compassionate and understand the changing circumstances of our clients. We communicate with both existing and indeed potential new lease customers by either meeting them in person or speaking directly with them by phone. There are no push phone buttons needed, and nobody is treated to music while they wait to talk with an operator!
What do we do?
Our core business is the management of small to medium-sized fleets throughout Ireland for both domestic and international businesses.
Currently, we have twenty-nine different quality marques on our car lease fleet mix which provide real choice to our customers. Since we supply on a country-wide basis, vehicles are sourced locally where possible. Loyalty and affinity play an important role in maintaining our client and supplier relationships. Our service suppliers include financial providers, vehicle sourcing, service maintenance/damage repair specialists.
At Haines Fleet, we pride ourselves on our ability to offer customers a competitive rate on a car-by-car basis. We recognise that “our last order must always represent our best value” and possibly be the first of many more, given the goodwill referral that serves us so well. We are mindful of the fact that if we tailor our pricing too tight it may remove flexibility when it comes to the possibility of excess mileage, changing a vehicle early, or indeed the all too familiar ‘fair wear and tear’ when a lease vehicle is returned.
Eugene Haines of Haines Fleet Management pictured with AIBF President Margaret Considine and Dr. Briga Hynes, Chairperson of the AIBF Adjudication Board as Haines Fleet Management were honoured with Business All-Star All-Ireland Independent Fleet Solutions Company of the Year 2024-25 accreditation by the AIBF.
AIBF 5 in a Row Business All-Star All-Ireland Independent Fleet Solutions Company of the Year 2025-26
To hold All-Star status for five consecutive years is no small feat. It demonstrates that Haines Fleet has not simply met high standards once, but has woven excellence into the fabric of its culture. Clients and partners can rest assured that this company is not chasing accolades, but upholding them consistently even through changing industry dynamics.
Haines Fleet reliably delivers on complex fleet solutions: its core competence lies in designing, sourcing, managing, and maintaining vehicle fleets for businesses of varied sizes. Their ability to negotiate with local suppliers, monitor usage, and provide flexibility in service ensures that fleet clients receive value without compromise.
Clients entrust Haines Fleet with the lifeblood of their operations: the vehicles, reliability, budgets, and compliance. Over multiple years, Haines Fleet has earned such trust by being transparent, accountable, responsive and independent free from manufacturer or captive influence. Their status as an independent provider further underscores that their advice is aligned with client interest, not external agendas.
Haines Fleet listens to client needs, whether in flexibility of lease terms, maintenance response, mileage, vehicle upgrades or end of lease conditions. Their approach is not transactional but relational; many clients stay for years. The culture of “small enough to care, experienced enough to deliver” reflects their customer-first mindset.
Read Haines Fleet Management AIBF Commendation
Haines Fleet Celebrating 5-in-a-row independent leasing company award (L-R David Ring, Kevin Haines, Eugene Haines and Ian Flood)
In December 2022, Eugene Haines, Managing Director of Haines Fleet, was admitted as a Fellow of the All-Ireland Business Foundation (FAIBF). This is a prestigious accreditation that is bestowed on an exclusive selection of entrepreneurs for their ongoing commitment to the highest standards of business excellence.
In August 2023, Eugene Haines was awarded the All-Ireland Business Foundation Presidential Medal for Business Excellence by the AIBF. Eugene Haines, a visionary entrepreneur, and industry leader, has exemplified the essence of excellence and dedication in the realm of fleet management. Under his insightful leadership, Haines Fleet Management has not only weathered the test of time but has emerged as a true beacon of distinction within the industry.
Originally established as Joe Duffy Leasing in 1973 and transformed into an independent entity through Eugene’s astute management, Haines Fleet Management stands as a testament to resilience, innovation, and unwavering commitment. With an impressive track record and a credit rating that attests to their integrity, Haines Fleet Management has consistently delivered excellence to their clientele. Read the AIBF Commendation to Eugene Haines
Eugene Haines, Managing Director of Haines Fleet Management has been named an All-Star Business Visionary for 2024 and included on the All-Ireland Business Foundation New Year’s Honours List.
The Deputy Chair of the AIBF’s Adjudication Board, Kieran Ring, expressed his admiration for Eugene’s accomplishments, stating, “Eugene’s selection recognizes his exceptional contributions, dedication, and talent, further solidifying his position as a true industry leader in the motor transport industry. The announcement not only celebrates his accomplishments but also highlights the relentless efforts he has put into propelling Haines Fleet Management to the forefront of the motor transport industry.”
This momentous achievement stands as a testament to Haines Fleet Management’s unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation in the motor transport industry. With Mr. Haines at the helm, the company has consistently pushed the boundaries and set new standards within the sector. This acknowledgment solidifies the company’s position as a leading force in the field, and the entire team at Haines Fleet Management celebrates this remarkable accomplishment.