Australia\u2019s heavy vehicle industry is being encouraged to have its say on the future of decarbonisation through the International Road Transport Union\u2019s (IRU) Green Compact Survey.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The National Road Transport Association (NatRoad) is calling on operators across the road freight industry to\u00a0participate\u00a0in the global survey, which\u00a0provides\u00a0critical insights into the opportunities and barriers facing transport businesses as they transition to lower-emission operations.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The survey is conducted by the IRU and compares Australia\u2019s progress with other markets, including the European Union, helping to build a clearer picture of how operators are managing the transition to decarbonisation.\u00a0<\/p>\n
NatRoad CEO Warren Clark said the survey gives operators an important opportunity to ensure the realities facing Australian businesses are recognised in discussions around decarbonisation policy and investment.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cDecarbonisation remains one of the biggest challenges facing the heavy vehicle industry, but Australian operators need practical, achievable pathways that reflect commercial realities,\u201d Mr Clark said.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cBy\u00a0participating\u00a0in the IRU Green Compact Survey, operators can help ensure governments and industry leaders better understand the barriers businesses are facing, including cost pressures, infrastructure\u00a0limitations\u00a0and uncertainty around future technology.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThe more operators who contribute, the stronger the data will be in demonstrating what the industry needs to successfully reduce emissions while continuing to keep freight moving.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
The 2025 IRU Green Compact Survey Report found Australian operators are facing similar challenges to businesses globally when it comes to decarbonisation. Key barriers\u00a0identified\u00a0included customers\u2019 unwillingness to absorb\u00a0additional\u00a0costs, limited infrastructure to support\u00a0new technologies\u00a0and uncertainty around the transition pathway.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
The report also highlighted Australian operators are running older fleets on average compared with Europe,\u00a0and\u00a0many businesses\u00a0remain\u00a0concerned about the costs and practicalities associated with decarbonising operations. NatRoad continues to advocate for a realistic transition\u00a0timeframe,\u00a0achievable targets and government incentives that support investment in practical emissions-reduction technologies.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cImportantly, there is no one-size-fits-all solution,\u201d Mr Clark said.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThe industry will need a range of tools and technologies to reduce emissions, including improvements that can be made today through better fuel management, maintenance\u00a0practices\u00a0and driver training.\u00a0This is why NatRoad released\u00a0the\u00a0Get Fit Fleet\u00a0initiative in 2024, which is designed to support operators\u00a0reduce fuel costs through efficient fuel management practices,\u00a0comply with\u00a0new environmental\u00a0standards\u00a0and meet customer expectations.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cWe encourage operators of all sizes to take part in the\u00a0survey\u00a0so Australia\u2019s freight industry is strongly represented in this important global conversation.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Operators can access the survey,\u00a0Get Fleet Fit\u00a0resources,\u00a0and further information through\u00a0NatRoad\u2019s\u00a0decarbonisation\u00a0web\u00a0page\u00a0at\u00a0natroad.com.au<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n ENDS\u00a0<\/p>\n Media Contacts\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Kate McMahon\u00a0
Pure Public Relations\u00a0\u00a0
0403 991 424\u00a0
[email\u00a0protected]<\/a><\/p>\n