The US Central Command has announced the seizure at sea of vessels departing from or bound for Iranian ports, with operations potentially extending into international waters. At the same time, China has approved, with immediate effect, a regulation allowing it to protect its interests in international waters.

Local assemblies of Italian haulage operators belonging to Unatras have expressed support for a strike in the road freight sector. Meanwhile, in Sicily a local stoppage on the loading and unloading of semi-trailers at ports will begin at midnight on 13 April.

Assarmatori and Confitarma are calling on the Italian government to introduce a tax credit to offset rising energy costs. At current price levels, national maritime services are at risk, with direct consequences for logistics and the territorial continuity of the islands.

The EU-Mercosur agreement and changing trade patterns are opening up new opportunities for European companies. Integrated logistics solutions such as Sogedim’s Eagle Service are playing a growing role in managing customs complexity, cargo flows and distribution across Central and South America.

In March 2026, Italian registrations of industrial vehicles rose by 12.8% to 2,541 units, driven strongly by road tractors. In the first quarter, growth reached 6%, while Unrae calls for structural incentives and infrastructure development.