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IRU has joined a coalition of EU trade stakeholders urging a more efficient and harmonised Union Customs Code which would enhance trade facilitation and address existing inefficiencies in customs procedures across the EU.

At the Zakat, Tax and Customs Conference today, IRU’s Secretary General underscored the importance of digitalising trade and called on other countries to emulate Saudi Arabia's success in maximising the benefits of the TIR system.

The Bioceanic Corridor, South America’s emerging transnational trade route, could significantly benefit from the efficiency and security provided by the global TIR transit system, which has successfully facilitated trade on major corridors worldwide for decades.

Public and private sector leaders came together in Turkmenistan to chart a sustainable future for global road transport, with a focus on driver shortages, decarbonisation and digitalisation.

As Iraq rebuilds its economy, the road transport industry is emerging as a vital force for development.

With the new European Commission’s leadership preparing to take office, collaboration between legislators and industry is key to advancing road transport. The IRU EU Manifesto offers a clear roadmap to unlock the sector’s potential for innovation, increased efficiency and sustainability.

The Union of the Associations of International Road Carriers (OTS-URTA) was established, with the help of IRU, to support the work of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS). This initiative marks a significant step towards strengthening regional connectivity and road transport networks.

The TIR Logistics Hub in Zhengzhou, a one-stop shop for TIR transit services, has opened a new TIR route from the hub to Kazakhstan.

IRU member the American Trucking Associations (ATA) has been calculating the tonnage index based on surveys from its membership since the 1970s.

The Upply x Ti x IRU European road freight rates index found that Q3 rates remained flat in the contract index quarter on quarter. In contrast, the spot rate index fell by 4.4 points.

Having acceded to the TIR Convention, Iraq is now poised to enhance its position in regional trade following the signature of a significant customs agreement.

IRU shared the road transport sector’s strategy for a sustainable and resilient mobility future at the International Road Federation’s (IRF’s) World Congress this week.

Industry leaders and Members of the European Parliament meet today to discuss and define the next steps for the EU commercial road transport sector.

Border delays raise the cost of international road transport by up to 50%, dampening trade potential. How do we fix this?

Nearshoring is increasingly on the radar of the logistics sector. Expert speakers from Canada, Mexico and the United States explained why in IRU’s North American Transportation Forum (NATF) webinar on trade agreements, nearshoring and trucking.

Eurasian border crossings are finding it increasingly difficult to cope with shifting and rising freight flows. What is the solution?

What are the new customs safety and security requirements for road transport operators?

For the first time, a Chinese-operated TIR truck has exported finished Chinese goods. The cargo transported? Trucks!

IRU member CANACAR’s national convention saw nearly 1,000 people come together in Cancun, Mexico. A highlight was the IRU North American Transportation Forum event on nearshoring trends in the region and the upcoming revision of the United States-Mexico-Canada trade agreement.

What’s the path forward? IRU’s Secretary General and government and industry leaders discussed measures to ensure that global supply chains are efficient, resilient and benefit everyone at China’s Global Sustainable Transport Forum this week.

Why road transport is the way to go for countries across Asia – and how IRU’s Secretary General and China’s Vice Minister of Transport see the future of cross-border trade.

The third IRU-accredited TIR logistics hub has opened in China. It unites all essential transit services under one roof.

Over 140 industry leaders and experts, financial institutions and development organisations from more than 30 countries came together in Tashkent for an international conference on connectivity and trade.

Turkmenistan can continue to grow its road transport sector by coupling “hard” and “soft” infrastructure developments. A roadmap discussed by IRU and Turkmenistan could further streamline efforts.

IRU members and industry leaders from Eurasia and beyond, as well as development partners, international organisations and financial institutions, are gathering in Uzbekistan to discuss challenges and capitalise on opportunities to streamline international trade.

Ran Wang has taken the reigns of IRU’s regional office in Beijing, China, overseeing East and Southeast Asia.

A second TIR logistics hub has opened in western China, offering a one-stop-shop for TIR transport companies, customs services and supply chain players.

Iran’s main road transport association has joined IRU as its newest member.

Following Italy’s accession to e-CMR earlier this year, Austria has become the latest country to go digital.

The Kashgar TIR Logistics Hub, a one-stop shop consolidating all essential TIR transit services under one roof, is now helping ship goods from China to Afghanistan.

For the first time, a TIR truck operated by a Chinese haulage company has reached Türkiye, slashing journey times and pioneering new opportunities for the industry.

A single-lane restriction could disrupt millions of annual freight deliveries via the Brenner motorway, a key artery for European trade across the Alps. Leading transport and logistics associations urge the European Commission to act now and work with affected countries to find solutions.

In a sign of the growing importance of the Middle Corridor to pan-Asian trade, a Trans-Caspian road transport pilot using TIR has been launched by the Presidents of China and Kazakhstan.

With the rapid expansion of TIR in China, inland Zhengzhou and coastal Qingdao have emerged as pioneers for international road transport connectivity. With TIR, both cities are boosting their key roles in regional trade networks.

The southern branch of the east-west corridor offers unparalleled connectivity. A 20-day road transport operation is a recent example of that.