IRU urges Ukrainian government to take urgent action to release stranded drivers and cargo
Following ongoing and alarming reports of stranded drivers and seized cargo and vehicles, IRU has contacted the Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs. IRU is asking Ukrainian authorities to release stranded drivers and prioritise their return to their home countries with their trucks and cargo.
Road transport solidarity strong in humanitarian response to Ukraine crisis
IRU members and road transport companies are continuing to rise to the challenge of the war in Ukraine. The sense of solidarity and responsibility is strong across the industry in helping all those caught up in this crisis.
Promoting safe parking areas with the European Truck Parking Award
The European secure parking organisation (ESPORG) has awarded the first edition of the European Truck Parking Award to Truck Etape Béziers in France. IRU participated in the jury alongside other leading road transport stakeholders, including governmental and non-governmental institutions.