Headache for carriers – a French legal puzzle: Roadside checks vs. Premises checks
European law is clear: roadside checks and premises checks serve different purposes Roadside checks should focus on immediate safety issues, while company records must be verified at the premises of undertakings. However, the speed and efficiency of performing roadside checks as a general audit of the company sometimes leads to their excessive use, undermining legal…
Agnieszka Martinez
Sleeping on the Ferry: Important Difference in Rest Rules for Europe’s Truck Drivers
Sleeping on the Ferry: Daily vs. Weekly Rest Rules for Europe’s Truck Drivers For many truck drivers, a ferry crossing offers a rare pause in the relentless rhythm of international transport. A cabin on board promises a real bed, a shower, and a break from the cab. But once the ship docks, a familiar question…
Ventislav Trendafilov
Empty journeys: important changes to cabotage rules in Denmark
After ongoing discussions with the transport sector and the European Commission, the Danish Transport Authority has updated its cabotage guidelines, introducing more flexibility—especially around “empty journeys” (unladen trips). In this context, Denmark does not entitle the operator to perform cabotage, unless it forms part of a so-called “genuine transport operation”. This means the journey must…
ADR 2025: key amendments and the crucial impact on Limited Quantities (LQ)
New ADR 2025 rules: effective from 1 January 2025 | mandatory from 1 July 2025 The new ADR 2025 regulations are not just another technical revision — they represent a significant transformation in the way dangerous goods are classified, packaged, labelled, and transported across Europe. With enforcement beginning 1 July 2025, the most urgent issue…
SEVERE PARKING SHORTAGE AND SECURITY GAPS
Keeping Europe moving: why Road Transport matters The road transport sector stands as a cornerstone of the European Union’s single market, enabling the seamless movement of goods and people across borders. More than just a facilitator of trade, the sector plays a pivotal role in stimulating economic growth, generating employment, and maintaining the mobility that…
Scary Road Control Procedures: Supporting the Transport Sector’s Rights
In recent years, the transport sector has faced growing challenges, particularly regarding the legality and fairness of road controls conducted by local control authorities. One case, in 2023, involving a Romanian transport company, has drawn significant public attention due to procedural violations during the road control by French authorities (DREAL)[1]. Unfortunately, such cases are increasing across…
Road transport joins ICS2 (Import Control System 2): more secure version of the ENS declaration
The EU customs security system ICS2 (Import Control System 2) Starting from April 1, 2025, the road transportation sector, along with the rail sector, will go live into the Import Control System 2 (ICS2), which will become fully mandatory on September 1, 2025. ICS2 has already been applied to other transport sectors, making the road…
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)…
New permission ETA for European Drivers: Avoid being blocked at the UK border
What is an ETA? An Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is a digital permission that allows you to travel to the UK. It is not a visa and does not guarantee entry into the UK, but it authorizes you to travel there. You will still need to see a Border Force officer or use an ePassport…
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…