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Road Safety
The proactive approach of the industry
Road safety, the first priority
In view of the gravity of the problem represented by road accidents, the IRU shares the conviction of the World Bank, the Authorities of the European Union and Governments and that it is urgent to obtain mobilisation in favour of road safety. In Europe, the constant reduction in the number of victims proves that action bears fruit.
Because they use an infrastructure shared with others, passenger and goods road transport operators are aware of their responsibilities. They have long campaigned for greater safety and partnership on the road, under the auspices of their national Associations, members of the IRU, and, more recently, by virtue of their commitment to the IRU Charter for Sustainable Development through improvements both in terms of drivers, vehicles and of road infrastructure.
Current priorities:
The IRU partners the following road safety activities:
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