Road transport industry launches global Green Compact to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050
IRU, the world transport organisation, has launched a Green Compact for collective global action to achieve carbon neutrality in commercial road transport services by 2050.
Beer, Belgium and Eco-trucks: how European regulations are hampering decarbonisation efforts
Insights from Ninatrans in Belgium on running Eco-trucks for their client AB InBev. But eco-trucks can’t cross borders so their potential is limited. Harmonised rules would unlock more environmental and economic benefits for everyone.
TIR supporting safety improvements in Afghanistan
Following a tragedy at the Islam Qala border crossing between Afghanistan and Iran, IRU is working with the two governments and private sector on improving safety and efficiency to reduce the risk of further incidents.
IRU sends distress call to WHO and governments on COVID-19 driver vaccinations
IRU is calling on the World Health Organization and national governments to introduce urgently a global mutually recognised digital vaccination certificate for commercial truck and coach drivers.