Road transport, with Ets2 diesel 40 cents more expensive
Il presidente Russo: la nuova tassa europea rischia di portare il sistema al collasso
Italy's transportation sector is facing a crisis due to rising fuel costs, energy expenses, and a shortage of drivers. The price of diesel has increased by over 50 cents per liter since the US-Iran conflict began, and one in five companies risks bankruptcy by the end of the year. Conftrasporto-Confcommercio president Pasquale Russo warns that if the sector collapses, the entire economy will be affected, as 90% of Italy's goods are transported by road.
Russo is calling for immediate action from the government to address the crisis, including relief from EU regulations such as the Emission Trading System (Ets2), which is set to come into effect in 2028 and could increase diesel prices by 30-40 cents per liter.
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