--- title: "Traffic and road transport: a complicated situation in Italy | Thema trans" description: A heavily impacted Italian road network… We would like to inform you that the situation of road traffic in Italy is becoming extremely complex. Indeed, the ongoing shortage of drivers and trucks resulting from the war in Ukraine (many drivers operating in Italy were Ukrainian), as well as the surge in diesel prices, are straining […] image: https://www.thematrans.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/news3-1140x445-1.webp --- [+33158020321](tel:+33158020321) [Réservez une consultation gratuite](https://services.thematrans.com/meetings/marina-weber?hsLang=en) [![Logo Thema Trans](https://146010966.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/146010966/identit%C3%A9%20de%20marque/logo-thema-trans.png)](https://www.thematrans.com/?hsLang=en) [Notre Cabinet](https://www.thematrans.com/a-propos?hsLang=en) [Nos Missions](https://www.thematrans.com/nos-missions?hsLang=en) [Actualités](https://www.thematrans.com/actualites?hsLang=en) [Contact](https://www.thematrans.com/contact?hsLang=en) ![en](https://www.thematrans.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Thema_Trans_Theme/images/flags/en.png) - [Français ![fr](https://www.thematrans.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Thema_Trans_Theme/images/flags/fr.png)](https://www.thematrans.com/blog/situation-tres-compliquee-en-italie) - [English ![en](https://www.thematrans.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Thema_Trans_Theme/images/flags/en.png)](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/road-traffic-very-complicated-situation-in-italy) Traffic and road transport: a complicated situation in Italy ![](https://www.thematrans.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/news3-1140x445-1.webp?width=1170&height=622&name=news3-1140x445-1.webp) May 13, 2022   ## A heavily impacted Italian road network…   We would like to inform you that the situation of road traffic in Italy is becoming extremely complex. Indeed, the ongoing shortage of drivers and trucks resulting from the war in Ukraine (many drivers operating in Italy were Ukrainian), as well as the surge in diesel prices, are straining the market to the extreme.   The consequences we have observed from this situation are as follows: - Increased transportation costs - Price bidding system on certain routes to secure space - Cancellation of fixed tariff grids in favor of a spot system to compensate for the high price fluctuation   The entire ThemaTrans team is at your disposal if you have any questions. ## Share this post [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://www.thematrans.com/en/road-traffic-very-complicated-situation-in-italy/) [Twitter](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Road+Traffic%3A+Very+Complicated+Situation+in+Italy&url=https://www.thematrans.com/en/road-traffic-very-complicated-situation-in-italy/) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.thematrans.com/en/road-traffic-very-complicated-situation-in-italy/&title=Road+Traffic%3A+Very+Complicated+Situation+in+Italy) [Google +](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https://www.thematrans.com/en/road-traffic-very-complicated-situation-in-italy/) [Email](mailto:?subject=Road+Traffic%3A+Very+Complicated+Situation+in+Italy&body=https://www.thematrans.com/en/road-traffic-very-complicated-situation-in-italy/) 13 mai 2022 [Marina Weber](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/author/marina-weber) [![fb-icon](https://24400165.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24400165/raw_assets/public/agileops/agileops-consulting-theme/images/icons/facebook.png)](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thematrans.com%2Fen%2Fblog%2Froad-traffic-very-complicated-situation-in-italy%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dfacebook) [![twitter-icon](https://24400165.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24400165/raw_assets/public/agileops/agileops-consulting-theme/images/icons/twitter.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thematrans.com%2Fen%2Fblog%2Froad-traffic-very-complicated-situation-in-italy%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter) [![linkedin-icon](https://24400165.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24400165/raw_assets/public/agileops/agileops-consulting-theme/images/icons/linkedin.png)](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thematrans.com%2Fen%2Fblog%2Froad-traffic-very-complicated-situation-in-italy%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dlinkedin) [![](https://www.thematrans.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/news6-1140x445-1.jpg?width=352&height=250&name=news6-1140x445-1.jpg)](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/war-in-ukraine-global-consequences-on-transportation?hsLang=en) 3 mars 2022 [Marina Weber](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/war-in-ukraine-global-consequences-on-transportation?hsLang=en) [War in Ukraine: consequences for transport](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/war-in-ukraine-global-consequences-on-transportation?hsLang=en) A new crisis is looming… As you know, Russia declared war on Ukraine on February 24th. Following this declaration, ALL flows to/from Russia and most of those to/from Ukraine are currently suspended. However, this war will have an impact on all your ROAD, AIR, RAIL, and SEA flows, and we will strive to keep you \[…\] [LIRE LA SUITE](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/war-in-ukraine-global-consequences-on-transportation?hsLang=en) [![](https://www.thematrans.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/news0-1140x445-1.jpg?width=352&height=250&name=news0-1140x445-1.jpg)](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/case-where-do-the-silk-roads-by-rail-stand?hsLang=en) 9 janvier 2023 [Marina Weber](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/case-where-do-the-silk-roads-by-rail-stand?hsLang=en) [How are the Silk Roads by rail coming along ?](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/case-where-do-the-silk-roads-by-rail-stand?hsLang=en) News about the new Silk Roads Rail freight has quickly become a trending mode of transport due to its flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and low CO2 emissions. Since the start of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, commercial routes between China and Europe have undergone significant changes. Previously, 95% of rail freight transited through the Northern corridor, or the Trans-Siberian \[…\] [LIRE LA SUITE](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/case-where-do-the-silk-roads-by-rail-stand?hsLang=en) [![](https://www.thematrans.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/news7-1140x445-1.jpg?width=352&height=250&name=news7-1140x445-1.jpg)](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/february-1-2022-changes-in-european-law-impacting-transportation?hsLang=en) 28 avril 2026 [Marina Weber](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/february-1-2022-changes-in-european-law-impacting-transportation?hsLang=en) [European road transport reform, February 2022](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/february-1-2022-changes-in-european-law-impacting-transportation?hsLang=en) The EU adopts a reform with a significant impact on the road transport sector. As you may be aware, starting from February 1, 2022, the “Mobility Package” comes into effect in Europe. This package defines a set of rules and directives related to road transport, with the main issues being: Truck return to home base \[…\] [LIRE LA SUITE](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/february-1-2022-changes-in-european-law-impacting-transportation?hsLang=en) [![](https://www.thematrans.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/meteo-1140x445-1.webp?width=352&height=250&name=meteo-1140x445-1.webp)](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/thematrans-informs-you-an-eventful-and-chaotic-return-to-the-transport-planet?hsLang=en) 18 septembre 2024 [Marina Weber](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/thematrans-informs-you-an-eventful-and-chaotic-return-to-the-transport-planet?hsLang=en) [THEMATRANS NEWS - An eventful and chaotic return to the transport planet!](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/thematrans-informs-you-an-eventful-and-chaotic-return-to-the-transport-planet?hsLang=en) Dear Clients, The new season is already well underway, bringing its share of challenges. This year, September is marked by exceptional weather phenomena that will impact your road, air, and sea operations. Below is a summary of the ongoing disruptions. Storm Boris in Central Europe Storm Boris has severely affected several Central European countries, causing \[…\] [LIRE LA SUITE](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/thematrans-informs-you-an-eventful-and-chaotic-return-to-the-transport-planet?hsLang=en) [![](https://www.thematrans.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/news2-1140x445-1.webp?width=352&height=250&name=news2-1140x445-1.webp)](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/prepare-your-supply-chain-2032-co2-deadline?hsLang=en) 6 juillet 2022 [Marina Weber](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/prepare-your-supply-chain-2032-co2-deadline?hsLang=en) [Prepare your Supply Chain: 2023 the CO2 deadline](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/prepare-your-supply-chain-2032-co2-deadline?hsLang=en) Adoption of a new climate stance As you may have heard, on June 22nd, the European Parliament adopted a new climate stance.   The adopted agenda is as follows: starting from 2032, in addition to industrial sectors, professionals in maritime, air, and road transport will have to pay for each ton of emissions.   This \[…\] [LIRE LA SUITE](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/prepare-your-supply-chain-2032-co2-deadline?hsLang=en) [![](https://www.thematrans.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/news1-1140x445-3.jpg?width=352&height=250&name=news1-1140x445-3.jpg)](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/new-customs-measures-2022?hsLang=en) 17 janvier 2022 [Marina Weber](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/new-customs-measures-2022?hsLang=en) [New Customs Measures 2022](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/new-customs-measures-2022?hsLang=en) The aftermath of Brexit and the Harmonized System As the Brexit has been in effect for 1 year now, new measures have been implemented as of January 1, 2022. Introduction of mandatory REX number for exports to the UK Starting from January 1, 2022, the request for preferential origin, which suspends customs duties on certain \[…\] [LIRE LA SUITE](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/new-customs-measures-2022?hsLang=en) [![](https://www.thematrans.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/news112024-1000x445-1.jpg?width=352&height=250&name=news112024-1000x445-1.jpg)](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/thematrans-news-important-new-u-s-customs-regulation?hsLang=en) 28 octobre 2024 [Marina Weber](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/thematrans-news-important-new-u-s-customs-regulation?hsLang=en) [THEMATRANS NEWS - Important / New U.S. Customs Regulation](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/thematrans-news-important-new-u-s-customs-regulation?hsLang=en) Dear Customers, We would like to inform you of an important update from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) services. Starting November 12, 2024, any importation to the United States with inaccurate descriptions will be systematically rejected by U.S. customs. This could lead to refusals or shipping delays if the descriptions provided do not \[…\] [LIRE LA SUITE](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/thematrans-news-important-new-u-s-customs-regulation?hsLang=en) [![](https://www.thematrans.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/131139120_l_normal_none1600-1140x445-1.webp?width=352&height=250&name=131139120_l_normal_none1600-1140x445-1.webp)](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/thematrans-update-air-and-sea-freight-trends-for-late-2024?hsLang=en) 11 octobre 2024 [Marina Weber](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/thematrans-update-air-and-sea-freight-trends-for-late-2024?hsLang=en) [THEMATRANS NEWS - Air and Sea Freight Trends for Late 2024](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/thematrans-update-air-and-sea-freight-trends-for-late-2024?hsLang=en) Dear Clients, In an ever-changing global environment, ThemaTrans wishes to update you on the latest trends that may impact your air and sea freight for the end of 2024, as well as provide forecasts for the beginning of 2025. Our aim is to offer a clear and concise analysis to help you anticipate and efficiently \[…\] [LIRE LA SUITE](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/thematrans-update-air-and-sea-freight-trends-for-late-2024?hsLang=en) [![](https://www.thematrans.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/vue-aerienne-du-cargo-du-conteneur-fret-dans-port-scaled-1-1140x445-1.webp?width=352&height=250&name=vue-aerienne-du-cargo-du-conteneur-fret-dans-port-scaled-1-1140x445-1.webp)](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/2024-is-off-to-a-flying-start-the-maritime-and-air-situation?hsLang=en) 9 janvier 2024 [Marina Weber](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/2024-is-off-to-a-flying-start-the-maritime-and-air-situation?hsLang=en) [2024 is off to a flying start! The maritime and air situation](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/2024-is-off-to-a-flying-start-the-maritime-and-air-situation?hsLang=en) A complicated global transport activity and the return of surcharges This year’s beginning started wildly as several geopolitical events are impacting global transportation activities, and we wanted to summarize them for you. Maritime Traffic The Suez Canal Situation Following the attack on certain container ships in the Red Sea, traffic has been significantly diverted via \[…\] [LIRE LA SUITE](https://www.thematrans.com/en/blog/2024-is-off-to-a-flying-start-the-maritime-and-air-situation?hsLang=en)       ![](https://24400165.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/24400165/raw_assets/public/agileops/agileops-consulting-theme/images/modules/background.jpg) NOUS CONTACTER Let us know how we can help you We purposefully keep our growth under control to provide our clients with the best possible experience. 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