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Research partners

Research partners

IRU collaborates with research firms, institutes, consortia and universities.

These partnerships investigate the causes, current status and potential solutions to short- and long-term challenges as well as innovative solutions for commercial road transport operators and the broader transport sector.

Why become a research partner?

Research partners gain access to IRU’s network of more than 3.5 million transport operating companies, industry suppliers and users, institutional partners, and project funding bodies including European Union and Swiss authorities.

IRU’s research covers a wide range of ongoing and time bound projects. 

Examples include a quarterly analysis of European freight transport rates with TI and Upply, ongoing decarbonisation research collaboration for IRU’s Green Compact with TU Graz, and EU funded research projects on new innovations in the industry.

Selected partners

Coface

Coface

Coface provides innovative credit insurance solutions, helping businesses manage risks and secure their trade transactions worldwide.

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European Commission

European Commission

The European Commission is the executive branch of the European Union, overseeing policy implementation, proposing legislation, and ensuring the EU treaties are upheld.

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IHS Markit

IHS Markit

IHS Markit delivers critical information, analytics, and solutions to industries worldwide, empowering businesses to make informed decisions and drive growth.

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Swiss Confederation

Swiss Confederation

The Swiss Confederation is a federal state known for its neutrality, democracy, and stability, fostering innovation and excellence across various sectors.

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Transport Intelligence (Ti)

Transport Intelligence (Ti)

Transport Intelligence (Ti) is one of the world's leading providers of logistics & supply chain market research.

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TU Graz

TU Graz

TU Graz is a leading technical university in Austria, renowned for its cutting-edge research, innovative teaching methods, and contributions to technological advancements.

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Upply

Upply

Upply is a digital platform revolutionising the logistics industry, connecting shippers and carriers to optimize supply chain efficiency and transparency.

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Xavvy

xavvy

Founded in 2015, xavvy is a business unit of incs – Intelligent Corporate Solutions GmbH, located in Cologne, Germany​. It offers database and APIs of gas stations and fuel prices​ with a focus on Europe and North America. It covers​ 300.000 gas stations in 112 countries​ with more than 360 data sources​.​

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