Learning from past crises: the EU’s new Contingency Plan for Transport

The European Commission this week published its long-awaited Contingency Plan for Transport, with a ten-point toolbox of measures to guide EU institutions and Member States in safeguarding the free movement of people and goods during major crises.

Sharing perspectives with the international freight forwarder community

IRU has participated in two panel discussions at the annual meeting of the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA).

GCC industry leaders briefed on innovative road safety solutions

Representing the road transport sector at the Abu Dhabi Road & Traffic Expo, IRU has discussed how innovation and data-driven solutions can enhance road safety in the United Arab Emirates and the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) region.

Action on fuel vital to stop transport collapse and secure decarbonisation

IRU, the world road transport organisation, has launched a 17-point emergency plan for governments to tackle rising fuel prices and their impact on transport networks, energy security and decarbonisation plans.

ALSA to roll out IRU RoadMasters in drive for international standards

Leading European bus and coach operator ALSA has decided to rollout the IRU RoadMasters solution across its entire network. The company is deploying the programme in Morocco first; Spain will follow shortly.

Emission Trading System voted by European Parliament: unfit for purpose

Following yesterday’s vote, the ENVI Committee submitted an impractical, compromised proposal to the European Parliament for the extension of ETS to road transport and buildings (ETS II) which only covers commercial transport.

IRU drives clarity on EU Mobility Package rules for bus and coach drivers

IRU is working closely with its members and the European Commission to bring more clarity to new MP1 posting rules for bus and coach drivers across the EU.