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.
The European Commission is the executive branch of the European Union, overseeing policy implementation, proposing legislation, and ensuring the EU treaties are upheld.
IHS Markit delivers critical information, analytics, and solutions to industries worldwide, empowering businesses to make informed decisions and drive growth.
The Swiss Confederation is a federal state known for its neutrality, democracy, and stability, fostering innovation and excellence across various sectors.
TU Graz is a leading technical university in Austria, renowned for its cutting-edge research, innovative teaching methods, and contributions to technological advancements.
Upply is a digital platform revolutionising the logistics industry, connecting shippers and carriers to optimize supply chain efficiency and transparency.
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 provides innovative credit insurance solutions, helping businesses manage risks and secure their trade transactions worldwide.
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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 delivers critical information, analytics, and solutions to industries worldwide, empowering businesses to make informed decisions and drive growth.
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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) is one of the world's leading providers of logistics & supply chain market research.
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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 is a digital platform revolutionising the logistics industry, connecting shippers and carriers to optimize supply chain efficiency and transparency.
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