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The European Commission¡¯s proposal for the revision of the Roadworthiness Package is a timely and necessary step to modernise outdated EU rules. It strikes a positive balance between enhancing road safety and embracing digital solutions, while avoiding unnecessary burdens for commercial road transport operators.

IRU¡¯s latest global truck driver shortage report is out. While unfilled positions in 2024 were similar to 2023 due to easing transport demand, alarming figures show a widening age chasm between young and older driver employment rates. But salaries and job satisfaction remain high.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½and Lease Europe brought together EU lawmakers and industry leaders in Strasbourg today to chart a realistic path forward to green corporate fleets.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½welcomes the EU¡¯s targeted amendment introducing flexibility for manufacturers to reach car and van CO? emission reduction targets, but calls for a broader, accelerated revision to support realistic decarbonisation.

Third-country drivers working in the European Union deserve full respect and support.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½welcomes the provisional agreement reached following trilogue negotiations between EU institutions on the revision of the EU Driving Licence Directive. The outcome reflects long-standing priorities of the road transport sector and supports efforts to ensure road safety and alleviate the growing shortage of professional drivers.

Iraq is set to reap the benefits of the global TIR transit system when it goes live next week in the country, marking a new era in international logistics and trade.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½welcomes the European Commission¡¯s Industrial Action Plan for the European Automotive Sector, particularly the focus on incentives and better infrastructure access to support commercial road transport operators¡¯ uptake of zero-emission vehicles. However, ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½remains deeply concerned about the lack of technology options for road transport ¨C only battery-electric technology is promoted as a clean solution ¨C and the potential purchasing mandates for corporate fleets.

Over 20 organisations have called on the European Commission to conduct an early, technology-neutral revision of the CO? standard regulations, and provide the enabling conditions and incentives needed for a further uptake of clean vehicles.

The Clean Industrial Deal recognises the role of competitiveness in achieving decarbonisation goals. However, it overlooks critical sectors that support manufacturing and provide essential clean mobility services. Ensuring all decarbonisation solutions are implemented in a cost-effective manner is equally essential.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½joined the European Commission and industry leaders at the Strategic Dialogue on the Future of the European Automotive Industry today, reinforcing the need for a realistic approach to the clean mobility transition.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½and industry partners have signed an open letter urging EU Member States and the European Commission to preserve and strengthen dedicated European transport funding in the next EU budget. The call comes as discussions intensify on the EU¡¯s Multiannual Financial Framework review, which will shape the bloc¡¯s budget priorities for the coming years.

The Upply x Ti x ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½European road freight rates index shows that the contract index rose by 2.8 points quarter on quarter (q-o-q) in Q4 2024, while the spot rate index increased by 0.5 points. Year on year (y-o-y), the spot and contract indices are down by 1.0 point and 1.4 points, respectively.

A competitive and green EU automotive sector needs action on both the demand and supply sides. European Commission President von der Leyen has missed a major opportunity in not including commercial road transport operators in kicking off her new strategy today.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½welcomes Member States¡¯ decision reached in the Road Transport Committee to introduce a two-month grace period for the EU¡¯s upcoming legal retrofitting deadline. This provides critical support operators urgently need.

IRU, together with the Network for Sustainable Mobility, has raised serious concerns about the European Commission¡¯s announced ¡°Greening of Corporate Fleets¡± proposal.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½has joined a coalition of EU trade stakeholders urging a more efficient and harmonised Union Customs Code which would enhance trade facilitation and address existing inefficiencies in customs procedures across the EU.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½and the F¨¦d¨¦ration Internationale de l¡¯Automobile (FIA) have signed a new MoU, refuelling their long-standing commitment to sustainable transport, road safety and cross-border mobility.

At the European Parliament today, Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas and Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) met with travel and tourism industry leaders to advance strategies for enhancing sustainability and resilience within the sector.

The Council of the European Union¡¯s adoption of its general approaches on passenger rights enforcement and multimodal journey regulation marks a significant step forward in safeguarding passengers and supporting operators. ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½welcomes, in particular, the clarification of the scope and the realistic extension of reimbursement deadlines. However, critical gaps remain, including the need to consider the unique position of small enterprises and set clearer rules on intermediary liability.

The European Parliament has advanced the CountEmissionsEU proposal, setting the stage for trilogue negotiations, recognising road transport needs, especially for SMEs.

The key distinction between young bus and truck drivers and private car drivers lies in the professional nature of their activity. In letters addressed to Council and Parliament negotiators, ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½has challenged the misconceptions underpinning the minimum driving age debate during the Driving Licence Directive revision.

The General Assembly of IRU, the world road transport organisation, has unanimously re-elected Radu Dinescu as President along with new vice presidents and a new Presidential Executive. The 2025-2027 term will mark two significant firsts for women in commercial road transport.

IRU, together with two other major transport organisations, has called on EU lawmakers to back critical measures and ensure that EU public transport services remain sustainable and accessible amid a severe shortage of bus and coach drivers.

The Upply x Ti x ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½European road freight rates index found that Q3 rates remained flat in the contract index quarter on quarter. In contrast, the spot rate index fell by 4.4 points.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½and partners have called on Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) to revive the EU¡¯s focus on the fundamental role of public transport.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½and FIA will run eco-driving awareness sessions for 5,000 public bus and taxi drivers in Baku ahead of COP29 to help reduce CO? emissions during the world¡¯s biggest climate conference.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½has called on the European Commission to formally clarify the practical implications of the Court of the European Union¡¯s recent judgment on several contested Mobility Package 1 provisions.

Industry leaders and Members of the European Parliament meet today to discuss and define the next steps for the EU commercial road transport sector.

The European Parliament has backed the road transport industry in a key vote, initiating negotiations on driving licensing and greening reforms.

ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½takes note of the Court of the European Union's decision on the Mobility Package 1 challenges brought forward by Member States. The Court annulled the rule on the return of the vehicle, but it confirmed the validity of all other contested provisions.

The European road freight rates index shows that Q2 rates fell in the contract index by 1.3 points quarter on quarter. In contrast, the spot rate index rose by 3.5 points quarter on quarter.

A single-lane restriction could disrupt millions of annual freight deliveries via the Brenner motorway, a key artery for European trade across the Alps. Leading transport and logistics associations urge the European Commission to act now and work with affected countries to find solutions.

As the new European Parliament sits for the first time, ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½looks forward to working with MEPs to drive a more sustainable, efficient and innovative EU road transport sector. Priority policy actions are outlined in IRU¡¯s Manifesto.

Global and European trade associations representing commercial transport have issued an urgent alert to all businesses involved in the movement of goods into or via the EU, Norway, Switzerland or Northern Ireland, by sea, road or rail. The new Import Control System (ICS2) will start to be introduced from June this year.