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.
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.
Voices from the ground: How China is mobilising the TIR system
The TIR transit system is cutting transport times, opening new trade routes, and boosting the security of operations along the Trans-Caspian corridor.
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.