Europe’s secure truck parking network commits to safe, dignified and welcoming places to rest for women drivers
Today the European Secure Parking Organisation (ESPORG) signed the IRU Charter for Women in Road Transport. The Charter was adopted by all IRU members at the IRU General Assembly on 29 May 2026. It invites everyone in the sector to help more women enter, stay and grow in road transport.
For ESPORG, signing the Charter follows naturally from its work. The Charter’s sixth principle calls for safe, secure and dignified working environments, with access to appropriate parking, sanitation and rest facilities that take women’s needs into account. ESPORG works on this every day with parking operators across Europe, aiming for secure, well-lit parking areas, clean and private facilities, and quiet spaces where every driver can rest with peace of mind. (....)