Shortage of bus and coach drivers affects the local economy

Shortage of bus and coach drivers affects the local economy

The IRU report is more than just a wake-up call, it is a call to action for an industry that is the lifeblood of both metropolitan and rural communities. The heavy…

New approach to solve driver shortage

New approach to solve driver shortage

The chronic global shortage of professional truck, bus, coach and taxi drivers is accelerating and affecting millions of road transport workers, employers and services. IRU, the global employers' organization for road transport, which…

Plans for a new Euro7 standard have consequences for the taxi sector

Plans for a new Euro7 standard have consequences for the taxi sector

The trade association and IRU are calling for the introduction of Euro 7 standards on a timetable that allows sufficient time to develop new technologies. The European Commission recently came up with…

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EU driving license proposal falls short when it comes to…

The Commission recommended that 17-year-olds be allowed to take driver training and to drive a lorry under supervision so that they can gain driving experience. The European Commission's proposal for…

Sonila Metushi appointed chairman of IRU Taxi Group

Sonila Metushi appointed chairman of IRU Taxi Group

Sonila Metushi, who was recently appointed chairman of IRU Taxi Group, is no stranger to the Brussels-based IRU. Metushi now takes over the gavel from Christian Holzhauser,…