IRU, the world road transport organisation, has published its annual report for 2023, looking at the organisation¡¯s progress and achievements in shaping safe, efficient and sustainable road transport during its 75th anniversary year.
Following member approval of the organisation¡¯s 2023 financial accounts today at its General Assembly, the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½annual report is now available online. It outlines key results in delivering IRU¡¯s mission ¨C in terms of advocacy, the TIR system, certification and standards, intelligence and events ¨C globally and in seven strategic regions.
The report highlights IRU¡¯s work in a year when the organisation marked 75 years of achievements, with progress on key challenges facing the industry, including driver shortages, digitalisation and decarbonisation.
In 2023, a range of anniversary ceremonies and activities, such as the launch of IRU¡¯s New Industry Shapers community, were also in focus at special events across the globe.
Additionally, given the industry¡¯s critical role in dealing with various crises in recent years, ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½members adopted the Charter 75, reinforcing the industry¡¯s commitment to help rescue people, rebuild communities, and strengthen mobility networks and supply chains.
In line with this, ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½awarded its 2023 Grand Prix d¡¯Honneur to all professional drivers worldwide, recognising their collective bravery, courage and dedication.