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The Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies (CER) welcomes yesterday’s adoption by the European Commission of the legislative proposals shaping the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2028–2034. …

At today’s high-level dialogue on accelerating the transition to zero-emission corporate fleets in the EU, IRU’s President stressed the importance of removing real-world barriers, rather than imposing damaging, counterproductive mandates …

In April, the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) member states took a historic step by agreeing to the Net-Zero Framework (NZF) – the world’s first global emissions price for an entire industry. …

The budget proposal released today fails to leverage transport decarbonisation to boost industrial competitiveness, T&E said, as resources allocated to scale up clean technologies are inadequate. …

Access to clean maritime fuels is a top priority for the decarbonisation of the shipping sector. …

The European Union is looking at targeting €72 billion in U.S. goods in a second round of trade countermeasures, including aircraft, cars and car parts, according to a list seen by POLITICO on Monday. …

Businesses, cities and civil society organizations are expressing broad support for swift and ambitious legislation to decarbonise light and heavy duty vehicles in corporate fleets. …

This briefing sets out T&E’s key recommendations for strengthening the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) for the maritime sector, in view of the upcoming policy review and the 2040 EU climate target.  …

President Donald Trump unleashed his latest tariff ultimatums, declaring a 30 percent rate for Mexico and the European Union, as his trade agenda continues to keep allies off balance and inject uncertainty into global financial markets. …

MEPs, industry and clean transport campaign group at odds over the inclusion of a life-cycle methodology. …

On 1st July, Dimitri Sérafimoff, CLECAT President, took part in the high level strategic dialogue with Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas, alongside other key European stakeholders, to discuss the future EU Ports Strategy. …

In a resolution adopted on Thursday, Parliament set out its concerns about Chinese export restrictions on critical raw materials. …

With the post-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) proposal around the corner the European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) urges the European Commission and Member States once again to come up with a strong EU transport funding instr …

On 2 July 2025, the European Commission presented its proposal for a binding interim climate target – by 2040, net greenhouse gas emissions in the EU should be reduced by 90% compared to 1990 levels. …

Life cycle assessment (LCA) is a key tool for evaluating the environmental impacts of vehicles and supports the extension of harmonisation efforts on national and international level to heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs). …

Europe’s car industry could return to producing 16.8 million cars a year – equal to its post-2008 crisis peak – if the EU maintains its 2035 clean cars target and strengthens industrial and demand policies, a new study finds. …

This report by the Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS), supported by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and building on the insights of expert researchers and stakeholders, examines key barriers and solutions …

The European Commission today published a report assessing the implementation of the Single European Railway Area Directive, taking an initial position on how its provisions have influenced the development of the European rail sector to …

The European Secure Parking Organisation – ESPORG welcomes the important EU funding allocation to Safe and Secure Parking Projects.   …

The European Commission selected 94 transport projects to receive nearly €2.8 billion in EU grants under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF). By modernising railways, inland waterways and maritime route …

The European Commission has started preparations for an EU Ports Strategy and EU Industrial Maritime Strategy and is inviting stakeholders to participate in the process.   …

The European Commission’s proposal to extend toll exemptions for zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles is a welcome step but broader Eurovignette reforms are still urgently needed. …

To stimulate and support the competitiveness of sustainable road transport, the European Commission is proposing to exempt zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles from road tolls and user charges. …

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The European Commission adopted on 27 June a proposal to amend the Eurovignette Directive to extend the possibility to exempt zero-emission trucks for road tolls and user charges. …

At present, over 90% of newly registered trucks in the EU are equipped with diesel engines. In the first quarter of 2025, only 3.5% were battery-electric or plug-in hybrid models. …

The Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies (CER) has adopted a sector position on the forthcoming European Port Strategy, setting out key rail-focused recommendations to enhance Europe’s connectivity, security, and su …

European automotive suppliers welcome today’s adoption of the Clean Industrial Deal State Aid Framework (CISAF), which links state-aid eligibility to the Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) and recognises a wide range of clean-tech and decarbon …

In May 2025 year-to-date (YTD), new EU car registrations fell by 0.6% compared to the same period last year. Nonetheless, year-on-year (YOY) registrations for May increased by 1.6% compared to the same month last year. …

The European Commission pledged to deliver regulatory simplification for the automotive sector as part of its Automotive Industrial Action Plan, the withdrawal of the Green Claims Directive is an essential step in that direction. …

Investment priorities for more connected and resilient networks …

Member states’ representatives agreed today the Council’s negotiating mandate on simplifying sustainability reporting and due diligence requirements to boost EU competitiveness. …

With Chinese automakers pushing into Europe, Stellantis and Renault are lobbying for a new, less-regulated category of small cars with fewer safety features, making them cheaper to build. …

In recent months, Europe’s maritime logistics system has come under increasing strain, with congestion becoming a widespread and persistent challenge across major European ports. …

A new Commission Communication assesses whether zero emission heavy duty vehicles (HDV) are entering the market as expected at the time of adopting Regulation (EU) 2023/1804 (AFIR) and whether the mandatory infrastructure deployment targ …

As the shipping industry navigates one of its most transformative and challenging periods, calls are growing for a global regulatory framework that reflects the sector’s realities. …

U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the European Union for not proposing a favorable trade deal to Washington — within hours of his first formal meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. …

U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed to lower tariffs on British autos from 25 percent to 10 percent by the end of June, after signing a U.K.-U.S. trade deal with Keir Starmer. …

The European Parliament published this week the draft report on the proposal simplifying sustainability reporting and due diligence requirements, as part of the Omnibus I Package. …

On 6 June, the European Commission adopted an Implementing Regulation identifying neighbouring container transhipment ports, under FuelEU Maritime. …

The European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) is looking forward to the discussion in the plenary session of the European Parliament of 18 June 2025 on the Clean Industrial Deal (CID).  …

The bonnet height of new cars in Europe is increasing by half a centimetre a year, on average, driven by the growth in SUV sales, new research finds. …

The EU’s road transport sector is already decarbonising. But scaling up progress requires smart regulation, targeted investment and coordinated action. This was the central message from IRU’s recent high-level conference in Brussels. …

Speaking in Brussels this week, Levin warned that Europe’s truck manufacturers “simply cannot carry” the billions of euros in fines they face if targets are missed, and that the consequences would ripple far beyond the factories …

Donald Trump's trade war against China is dragging in an unexpected victim: Europe's car industry. …

During this week's Transport Council meeting, Ministers acknowledged a progress report reflecting the latest state of negotiations regarding the revision of the Weights & Dimensions Directive. …

On 27 May, the European Commission published a comprehensive report on the technological and market readiness of heavy-duty vehicles, highlighting the urgent need for rapid market uptake of zero-emission vehicles to meet the emission red …

Following today’s progress report presented in the Transport Council, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) is deeply concerned by the lack of progress on the revision of the Weights & Dimensions Directive. …

There was a time when five-minute charging, full self-driving and ultra-fast development cycles would have been announced in Stuttgart, Wolfsburg or Paris. No longer. …

As the US imposes sweeping tariffs on the auto trade, industry leaders warn of higher sticker prices, eroding competitiveness, and a scramble to adapt to a changing landscape. …