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.
Incentives, not obligations, key to success: IRU at EU fleets dialogue
At today’s high-level dialogue on accelerating the transition to zero-emission corporate fleets in the EU, IRU’s President stressed the importance of removing real-world barriers, rather than imposing damaging, counterproductive mandates.
Valuing our heroes: A morning with truck drivers
Truck drivers keep our world running. Yet their crucial role often goes unnoticed. We recently spent the morning with them to reinforce our recognition of their work and gain additional firsthand insights into their lives on the road.
What you need to know: English rules for truck drivers in the US
Foreign truck drivers operating in the US have long been required to demonstrate English proficiency. A recent executive order under the Trump administration has elevated failure to comply from a standard violation to an out-of-service condition. What does this mean in practical terms?
Getting to the game: Bus and sport team up in Sweden
The Swedish Bus and Coach Federation, IRU member and the national voice for Sweden’s bus operators, has launched a joint initiative with the Swedish Sports Confederation to strengthen safety and simplify booking for sports teams, one of the sector’s most frequent user groups.
New wave of experts explores smarter regulation in China
The recent Go-YEEP Forum fostered a vibrant spirit of cooperation on smart road transport regulations during a dynamic international event held across three major Chinese cities.