Supporting Intermodal Freight Through Smarter Rules
To promote intermodal logistics (road + sea/air), new allowances will let road vehicles:
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Carry heavier loads when transporting standard containers
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Accommodate high-cube containers with extra height clearance
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Streamline handovers between transport modes, making the greener choice the easier one
Benefit: Smoother transitions between transport modes with optimized vehicle use.
Powering Up Cleaner Road Freight
With over half of EU freight traveling by road, the shift to zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles is crucial. The updated Weights and Dimensions Directive aims to:
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Enable heavier electric or hydrogen trucks, compensating for battery or fuel cell weight
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Reward aerodynamic designs with extra payload capacity — boosting both efficiency and sustainability
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Support energy-saving tech, like advanced cabs and trailer systems, to reduce fuel use and emissions
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Improve driver safety and comfort, making sustainability good for people and business
Impact: More cargo with fewer trips and a smaller carbon footprint.
The new policy framework will simplify how cleaner, longer, and heavier vehicles move across Europe:
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European Modular Systems (EMS) will be allowed to operate internationally among consenting Member States
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No bilateral agreements needed — just seamless cross-border flow
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Fewer trucks for the same load = fewer emissions, less congestion
Result: A greener, more unified freight system across the EU.
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Greening Road Freight for More Economic Gain with Less Environmental Impact
KONVOI Green Energy is aligned with the EU’s vision to revolutionize road freight — making it cleaner, smarter, and more cost-effective. Through strategic innovation, policy reform, and sustainable technology, we’re driving a transformation that balances economic growth with environmental responsibility.
