Bridging the Innovation Gap IRU’s industry survey, launched at the World Congress last week, reveals that in the face of geopolitical and economic uncertainty, technology-driven innovation will be key to meeting the challenges of tomorrow. So where do we start? Here, Boris Blanche explains how we can reap the benefits of technology. But warns that the industry must first fix the fundamentals to prepare for the innovations that are coming.

IRU’s statutory meetings last week saw innovation once again top the agenda, with presentations outlining the critical role of digitising logistics, through services such as e-CMR and digital TIR, while the transition to autonomous vehicles sparked complex debate.

IRU Academy offers effective means to achieve quality standard The IRU Academy’s professional qualification standards were acknowledged as one of the most effective ways to comply with the European Conference of Ministers of Transport (ECMT) Quality Charter. 

IRU joins forces with Oman Global Logistics Group (OGLG) to reinforce the country’s potential as a major logistics hub, served by a robust road transport sector. 

Recent meetings in Astana focused on the drive to digitalise transport, with IRU invited to share knowledge and best practices on electronic consignment notes (e-CMR) and digital TIR.

Truck driving powerhouse couple Eyüp and Vildan Özdemir became the 100th and 101st inspiring road transport professionals to join the IRU New Industry Shapers project.

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) trainers are now equipped to pass on vital defensive driving knowledge and skills to their drivers and subcontractors in Uganda and Tanzania, enhancing the safety of humanitarian missions.