The European Safe & Secure Parking Organisation (ESPORG), the leading voice for secure truck parking across the EU, invites you to visit our stand at Solutrans 2025, the international urban and road transport solutions trade show in Lyon. Discover how ESPORG is transforming truck parks into Smart Service Hubs, addressing critical challenges and driving innovation in the road transport industry.
Learn about our initiatives and achievements, backed by facts and concrete solutions:
* ESPORG’s Vision: the transformation of truck parks into Smart Service Hubs. These hubs go beyond basic parking, seamlessly integrating robust security measures, prioritising driver wellbeing, and optimizing cargo flow for a dynamic and sustainable supply chain. We’re building a future where information flows effortlessly, and deliveries are just-in-time.
* Addressing Critical Challenges: ESPORG is tackling the key challenges facing the industry head- on:
- Driver Shortage: With a projected need for 1.3 million drivers by 2030 and a current need of 600,000 drivers in the EU today, ESPORG’s Wellbeing Initiative, supported by the EC, focuses on attracting and retaining drivers by creating better working and resting conditions in Secure & Safe Parking Areas (SSPAs).
- Parking Deficit: Addressing the shortage of 400,000 secure parking spots, ESPORG advocates for the 4,100 certified SSPAs required on the TEN-T network by 2040.
- Security: Combating issues like migrant smuggling, where 270,000 individuals tried to enter illegally the Schengen Area , ESPORG promotes the use of MAC Scanners to prevent human trafficking and enhance security at truck parking facilities.
* ESPORG’s Solutions: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities:
- EU Parking Academy: Invest in your future and explore the EU Parking Academy. ESPORG is committed to raising standards in truck parking and offers comprehensive training programs to equip industry professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to excel.
- Shaping Policy and Standards: ESPORG’s expertise informs crucial EU policy decisions. We leverage the outcomes of comprehensive studies, including MOVE/C1/2017/500 and the follow- up study MOVE/C1/SER/2023/138, to drive the adoption of the EU Parking Standard (Delegate Act 1012/2022) and influence the evolution of the TEN-T Regulation (updated in 2024 – verify official sources for the exact reference).
• Investing in the Future: ESPORG members are at the forefront of developing safe and secure parking areas, securing over 80% of the allocated CEF funding. EU investments exceed €91 million in these critical projects.
* ESPORG: Empowering Our Members, Shaping the Industry through:
- Advocacy: Championing their interests at the EU, National, and Local levels.
- Funding Assistance: Expertise in navigating CEF and AFIF funding opportunities.
- Networking: Facilitating collaboration through workshops, events, and working groups.
- Expertise: Access to a vast knowledge base on truck parking standards, security, and sustainability.
- Working Groups: We foster collaboration through workshops & events, plus our working groups.
- ESPORG Award – Celebrating Excellence in Truck Parking: Concluding our commitment to excellence, ESPORG proudly presents the Truck Parking Award, recognizing Europe’s best truck parking facilities for safety, service, and sustainability. 2025 Winners: Recharge City, in Denmark, (Large parking areas) mowiz TRUCK Porta de Barcelona, in Spain (Small parking areas),
“Visit ESPORG at our stand at Solutrans 2025 to learn how we are shaping the future of truck parking in Europe,” said Dirk Penasse, General Manager at ESPORG. “We are committed to driving innovation, promoting driver wellbeing, and building a more sustainable and secure logistics ecosystem.”
About ESPORG:
The European Safe & Secure Parking Organisation (ESPORG) is the leading association representing secure truck parking areas across the EU, with over 120 members. Established in 2010, ESPORG works to promote the development of high-quality truck parking facilities that meet the needs of drivers and contribute to the overall safety, security, and sustainability of the road transport industry. ESPORG’s activities include advocacy, funding assistance, knowledge sharing, training programs and conducting EC studies, influencing policy and driving industry best practices.
Contact:
info@esporg.eu
www.esporg.eu
