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.
Road transport powers resilience and sustainability, says IRU at China expo
The Belt and Road Initiative has opened vast opportunities for global trade. Yet its full potential remains untapped. Harmonised measures are needed.
Travel and tourism sector raises alarm over proposed ETIAS fee increase
The European travel and tourism sector has expressed deep concern over the European Commission’s recent proposal to increase the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) travel authorisation fee from EUR 7 to EUR 20 per application, nearly a threefold increase compared to the original amount agreed in 2018.
Green bus boom takes Flanders by storm
Since 1 July 2025, public transport in Flanders, Belgium, has become significantly greener, thanks to the private bus sector.
Skyrocketing cargo theft: US trucking pushes Congress for solutions
A leading, nationwide trucking company has told the United States Senate Judiciary Committee that cargo theft is a crisis impacting the entire supply chain – to the tune of USD 35 billion annually – that requires immediate action from Congress.