UETR, representing Europe\u2019s micro, small and medium\u2011sized road transport companies, welcomes the European Commission\u2019s continued focus on advancing the decarbonisation of road freight. UETR appreciates the Commission\u2019s acknowledgement of the SME dimension and sector\u2011specific realities, as well as its approach centred on Member States\u2019 responsibilities rather than imposing obligations directly on individual companies.
As Europe moves towards cleaner corporate fleets, UETR stresses the importance of a framework built on support\u2014especially for small operators who often work with very limited investment capacity.
Insufficient charging infrastructure\u2014particularly for heavy\u2011duty and long\u2011distance operations\u2014together with high vehicle and energy costs, remains a major barrier to rapid zero\u2011emission vehicle uptake. A realistic and credible pathway must take these constraints into account and ensure strong engagement from Member States in delivering enabling conditions on the ground.
The full implementation of a technology\u2011neutral policy framework , ensuring that battery\u2011electric, renewable and low\u2011carbon fuels, and other emerging solutions all contribute, is also key.
UETR trusts that the chosen policy option will remain stable over time, ensuring a predictable and reliable legal and operational framework.
UETR and its members remains fully committed to working with EU institutions, Member States and stakeholders to deliver a competitive, resilient and sustainable transport ecosystem. A supportive, technology\u2011neutral and Member State\u2011supported approach will empower Europe\u2019s micro, small and medium hauliers to continue delivering essential goods to citizens while actively contributing to the EU\u2019s decarbonisation objectives.<\/p>\n
The post Decarbonising corporate vehicles: UETR appreciates a pragmatic, SME\u2011friendly framework to accelerate the transition to zero\u2011emission road freight<\/a> appeared first on UETR<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" UETR, representing Europe\u2019s micro, small and medium\u2011sized road transport companies, welcomes the European Commission\u2019s continued focus on advancing the decarbonisation of road freight. UETR appreciates the Commission\u2019s acknowledgement of the SME dimension and sector\u2011specific realities, as well as its approach centred on Member States\u2019 responsibilities rather than imposing obligations directly on individual companies.As Europe moves […]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":6220,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6219","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-transportation"],"yoast_head":"\n