IRU is the trusted voice for mobility and logistics, upholding the interest of bus, coach, taxi and truck operators as well as the broader mobility and logistics industry.
By promoting and enhancing cooperation between industry and decision makers, IRU contributes to facilitating trade and building prosperity.
IRU champions excellence in road transport through international certification standards that create real competitive advantage.
EU cannot afford to pause zero-emission heavy-duty charging deployment
IRU, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and T&E urge the European Commission to ensure continuity of EU funding for heavy-duty vehicle charging and hydrogen refuelling infrastructure, warning that a break in support in 2026–2027 would risk slowing the deployment of zero-emission vehicles.
Minutes, not maps: making borders work for the Middle Corridor
Freight flows are realigning around new trade routes, but borders remain the weakest link. IRU presented concrete measures to streamline freight flows along the increasingly important Middle Corridor at a major Turkic Week event in Vienna.
Seamless connectivity: Bridging the world with TIR-backed road transport
More than 75 years since TIR – the only global transit system – started reviving and connecting European economies, the system continues to evolve and expand. This year-in-review article looks at five key developments from 2025.
A year of wins: Key 2025 EU road transport achievements
The EU road transport community made significant gains in 2025. In close cooperation with its members, operators and policymakers, IRU helped drive progress on several major EU files, grounded in on-the-ground realities.
TIR operations from Türkiye via Syria resume, restoring key trade route
Movements under TIR from Türkiye to GCC markets through Syria have officially restarted, marking a major milestone for regional trade and international road transport after years of interruption.
Concerns remain as EU moves ahead on greening fleets and CO₂ standards
The European Commission has adopted the EU Automotive Package, a set of legislative initiatives aimed at supporting the decarbonisation of road transport and the competitiveness of the automotive sector.