Europe will authorize 17-year-old drivers under supervision to drive trucks
The European Parliament’s Transport and Tourism Committee (TRAN) has adopted a position on the EU Driving License Directive, which includes the option for 17-year-old holders to drive trucks accompanied by an experienced driver. In addition, it proposes a more simplified recognition of driving licenses and training certificates from third countries. This review could be put […]
Renewable fuels in decarbonization strategies
Road transport fleets request the integration of renewable fuels in decarbonization strategies. The heavy transport sector, in a conference recently held at the CEOE headquarters, has advocated for the incorporation of renewable fuels in their environmental plans to decarbonize their fleets. During the event, a manifesto signed by 48 entities in the sector, including vehicle […]
Improvements in the conditions of transport of live animals in Europe
After an extensive consultation process, the European Commission has presented a legislative proposal to replace the current regulation overseeing the protection of live animals during transport. Although the IRU appreciates some adjustments, it notes that the approach to responsibility for various actors remains uneven. This review seeks to improve animal welfare during transport from origin […]
Great news for the future of transportation
This Monday, the European Investment Bank (EIB) announced the approval of a loan of 450 million euros (which will rise to 500 million) to the Iveco Group. This support aims to promote electrification, efficiency and safety in the transportation sector through investments in Research, Development and Innovation. The financing, approved in Turin, is the first […]
World Sustainable Transport Day is established by the UN
World Sustainable Transport Day, established by the UN on November 26, is an opportunity to highlight the importance of road freight transport. The CETM celebrates this initiative, highlighting that 95% of goods are transported by road, representing 4.8% of GDP and generating around 600,000 direct jobs. In this context, the CETM calls for sharing its […]
First tests of long-distance trucks without emissions
The DAF XD Electric and DAF XF Electric will participate in an experimental zero-emission transport program designed for long-distance operations using battery-electric trucks. This project is funded by the British government and is being carried out in collaboration with Innovate UK. The program, called “Vehicle Evaluation and Infrastructure Testing for Emission-Free Heavy Goods Transportation,” is […]
The transport sector in Spain: strategic for the global economy
The transport sector in Spain is becoming a key element for global economic development. The dependence on road transport in Spain is very high, especially in the transport of food products, including fruits and vegetables. The road freight transport sector faces several challenges, such as the lack of labor, the atomization of the sector and […]
Road transport in Spain: Know what each Spanish province exports
A logistics services provider company has carried out a detailed analysis of Spanish exports during 2022, based on data provided by the Tax Agency. The objective of the study was to evaluate the performance of each province in the area of exports. The results show that France is the main export destination in more than […]
Road freight transport in Spain in recent years
The transport of goods by road is an economic activity of great importance for Spain, which has an extensive network of roads and highways that connect the main cities and ports of the country. In recent years, this sector has experienced important changes and evolutions that have influenced its development and the way in which […]
