Italian road haulage associations have announced planned industrial action which could disrupt freight movements across the country between 20 April and 25 April 2026.
Industry groups, including Trasportounito and the coordination body Unatras, have raised concerns about the continued high cost of diesel fuel, reported to remain above €2 per litre, alongside limited ability for hauliers to recover these rising costs from customers.
As part of the action, a nationwide stoppage of trucking services has been proposed, alongside demonstrations expected to take place across several Italian cities.
Potential impact on supply chains
If the stoppage goes ahead, road freight capacity within Italy may be significantly reduced, which could affect both domestic distribution and cross-border transport movements.
Possible impacts include:
- Delays to collections and deliveries across Italy
- Disruption to container movements to and from major ports
- Congestion at key logistics hubs and industrial corridors
- Knock-on delays for intermodal shipments relying on road legs
- Extended transit times for European road freight passing through Italy
Ports such as Genoa, Trieste, Livorno and Civitavecchia may experience increased pressure if container movements are slowed or restricted.
What this means for customers
Shipments moving to, from, or via Italy during this period may experience delays, particularly where road transport is required as part of the supply chain.
As with many transport disruptions, the level of impact will depend on how widely the stoppage is observed and how long any operational backlogs take to clear.
Our approach
We are monitoring developments closely and maintaining regular communication with our logistics partners and network across Europe. If any shipments are affected, customers will be contacted directly with updates and next steps.
If you are planning shipments involving Italy and would like to review routing options or timelines, our team is always happy to help – get in touch.
Please note: This update is based on information available as of 17 April 2026 from industry sources and public announcements. Industrial action can change at short notice, and the level of disruption may vary by region.