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Being the trusted voice for mobility and logistics

Being the trusted voice for mobility and logistics

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.

Facilitating trade & transit

Facilitating trade & transit

IRU promotes and enhances cooperation between the industry and decision-makers, helping facilitate trade and build prosperity.

Championing professional excellence

Championing professional excellence

IRU champions excellence in road transport through international certification standards that create real competitive advantage.

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IRU 2026 Green Compact survey opens to road transport sector
IRU 2026 Green Compact survey opens to road transport sector

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TCO and CO₂ in Italy: alternative and diesel trucks in 2025
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TCO and CO₂ in Italy: alternative and diesel trucks in 2025

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Truck drivers keep the world moving. We must improve their working conditions.

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Türkiye | Istanbul

A mother’s dream come true: I’ve always wanted to be a truck driver

For the next IRU 75th anniversary event, our eyes turn to Türkiye, the home of New Industry Shaper Gülsen Demirci, a mother of two living her dream.
15 Nov 2023 · People
Spain | Algeciras

A new beginning: shippers and transport operators join forces

Sign the charter! Road transport operators and shippers have come together in the first of a series of events intended to improve the treatment of drivers at delivery sites.
21 Apr 2023 · People
Iraq | Baghdad

A new chapter: Iraq celebrates launch of TIR system

With the TIR system now live in Iraq since April 2025, the Minister of Transport and industry leaders officially marked this milestone yesterday in Baghdad – signalling a new era for international logistics and trade.
4 Jun 2025 · Prosperity
Global | Geneva

A new model for today’s long-haul truckers

The trucking industry is facing a chronic shortage of drivers. We asked Freightsafe’s Head of Business Development, Sholto Millar, what can be done to improve the working conditions of long-haul truck drivers.
25 Mar 2024 · People
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