The new ELO system: faster and smarter way to cross the UK-France Border
The New French ELO system – Smart Border Starting from April 1, 2025, the new ELO system will be introduced as part of a smart border initiative in France. This system will aim to streamline customs procedures by grouping all necessary documentation into a single “logistic envelope.” Following a transitional period, ELO (Enveloppe Logistique Obligatoire)…
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Alarming New French Decree on road transport inspections – major challenges for transport companies
New French Decree on road transport inspections – key updates and impact on transport companies The road transport sector is set to experience significant changes following the introduction of the French Decree of February 12, 2025[i], effective the same date, which implements Directive 2006/22/EC. This new French decree establishes a comprehensive control system for ensuring…
Grace Period Announced for 2nd Smart Tachograph Replacement
Grace Period Announced for Second-Generation Smart Tachograph Replacement This is the news hauliers across Europe have been waiting for: the European Commission has officially agreed to a grace period for the replacement of smart tachographs 2 (G2V2). This decision offers much-needed relief to transport operators under pressure to meet the initial retrofitting deadline. You need…
NEW REGULATIONS IN FRANCE ON VEHICLES OVER 40 TONS
40 tons = Euro 5, Euro 6 : New regulations in France From October 1, 2025, Euro 5 trucks will no longer be allowed to operate above 40 tons in France. An order dated July 29, 2021, so called L’arrêté du 29 juillet 2021[1] issued under Article R. 312-4 of the French Road Code, introduces…
NEW Update : clarifying DRIVER RIGHTS to choose rest locations 2
CLARIFYING DRIVER RIGHTS TO CHOOSE REST LOCATIONS AND EMPLOYERS’ RESPONSIBILITY SUMMARY ON OUR ARTICLE ABOUT CJEU DECISION : On 4 October 2024, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) struck down a key provision of the Mobility Package that required trucks to return to base every eight weeks. This decision marks a turning…
CJEU has annuled Truck Return Rule in Mobility Package
Court Ruling on the Mobility Package Today on 04 of October 2024, The Court of Justice of the EU in Luxembourg has annulled a crucial provision of the Mobility Package, the requirement for trucks to return to their registered base every eight weeks, a key provision in the EU’s controversial Mobility Package. This decision marks…
Germany increases Border Controls with neighboring countries for the next 6 months !
Germany increases Border Controls Starting Monday, 16 September, Germany will implement border controls with several neighboring countries, including France, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Denmark. These measures are set to last for six months as part of the government’s intensified efforts to curb irregular immigration. The decision to reinstate these controls is part of a…
Road Safety Concerns: 43% of Truck Drivers breach EU Regulations on Work and Rest Times
Work and rest time of truck drivers A recent Europe-wide safety operation has revealed concerning figures about the adherence to EU regulations governing work and rest times among truck drivers. The results, released as part of the latest ROADPOL Truck & Bus Operation, show that 43% of truck drivers in Belgium and 31% in Austria…
Denmark Remuneration of the drivers posted increase
Denmark remuneration IMPORTANT LAST UPDATE : The minimum remuneration rate in Denmark to increase on 1 of July 2024. Based on the Directive (EU) 2020/1057 all drivers posted to Denmark must be remunerated in accordance with the local wage rules applicable in Denmark (Posting rules). The Danish rules on the minimum remuneration are regulated in internal administrative legislation….
Tachograph: national practices will no longer be the norm
Source from guideduchrono.com Marc BOUGAUT Can a HGV driver be fined abroad for tampering with a tachograph that is not required or sanctioned in his own country? Following publication in the EU’s Official Journal, the provisions governing tachograph manipulation will apply throughout the Union. National practices will no longer be the norm With regard to…