#road-transport
(15 articles)Energy Volatility and Geopolitical Shocks Threaten Transport Routes
JustNet has flagged energy volatility and geopolitical shocks as significant threats to air and road transport operations. These pressures affect fuel costs, route viability, and transport availabilit
Interferry warns of further ETS2 delays for road transport
Interferry has warned that the EU Emissions Trading Scheme phase 2 (ETS2) for road transport will face additional implementation delays beyond current timelines. This signals ongoing challenges in rol
India Sets Agenda for Future-Ready Highway Infrastructure in 2026
India's Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has launched a strategic planning initiative focused on developing next-generation highway infrastructure through the Chintan Shivir 2026 forum. This fo
Road Transport Enhances Middle Corridor Flexibility
Azerbaijan is positioning road transport as a critical enabler for enhancing operational flexibility along the Middle Corridor, a key trade route linking Europe and Asia. According to Sharipov, integr
Germany Truck Capacity Tightens Despite Weak Freight Demand
Germany's road freight market is experiencing a paradoxical tightening: despite overall weak freight demand, available truck capacity is becoming increasingly scarce. This counter-intuitive dynamic re
VTA Sets Freight Priorities Ahead of Victorian Election
The Victorian Transport Association (VTA) has publicly articulated its freight industry priorities ahead of the state election, signaling a coordinated industry push to influence transportation and lo
SAFLA and RFA Propose DGT Recovery Compact for Freight
The Southern African Freight Forwarders Association (SAFLA) and Road Freight Association (RFA) have jointly proposed a DGT (likely Dangerous Goods Transport or a local regulatory framework) recovery c
Oversized Cargo Logistics: Navigating Swept Paths and Bridge Formulas
This article provides comprehensive guidance on managing oversized cargo transportation, focusing on three critical technical competencies: swept path analysis, bridge formula compliance, and corridor
UK Hauliers Boost Freight Volume While Cutting Empty Runs
British hauliers are demonstrating improved freight utilization by moving increased cargo volumes while simultaneously reducing the number of empty return journeys. This operational efficiency gain re
Habib Turki Appointed IRU Secretary General
Habib Turki has officially assumed the role of secretary general at the International Road Transport Union (IRU), taking the reins of the global body that shapes road freight policy and standards. Thi
Habib Turki Appointed IRU Secretary General
Habib Turki has assumed the position of secretary general at the International Road Transport Union (IRU), representing a significant transition in global road freight leadership. The IRU plays a cruc
Azerbaijan Road Transport Network Remains Stable, ABADA Reports
Azerbaijan's ABADA (Association of Road Transport Organizations) has reported that the nation's road transport infrastructure is operating without significant disruptions or coverage gaps. This positi
Italy Restricts Strike Rights in Essential Goods Logistics
Italy has implemented restrictions on the right to strike for workers in the logistics sector responsible for transporting essential goods via road. This regulatory action represents a significant int
Georgia and Turkey Launch Fully Digital Freight Transport Permit System
Georgia and Turkey have implemented a fully digital system for freight transport permits, eliminating paper-based documentation and manual approval processes at their border. This modernization initia
Turkey Overland Freight Surge Reshapes Regional Trade Routes
DP World has reported a notable surge in overland freight volumes transiting through Turkey, reflecting a broader shift in regional trade patterns and logistics strategy. This growth indicates increas