ETS2 and transport companies in Poland

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ETS2 as a financial challenge for Polish transport companies

ETS2 will become an important cost factor for transport companies in Poland in the coming years. Although carriers will not usually purchase emission allowances directly, this separate emissions trading system may increase fuel prices and, as a result, raise the operating costs of road transport companies.

For the Polish transport, forwarding and logistics sector, ETS2 is not only a regulatory or environmental issue. It is primarily a financial challenge. Companies will need to analyse their cost per kilometre, route profitability, fuel consumption, contract terms, pricing policy and cash flow more precisely.

Why ETS2 matters for Polish carriers

The potential impact of ETS2 may be especially relevant for Polish carriers because road transport plays a major role in the Polish economy and many companies in the sector remain highly dependent on diesel.

Rising fuel costs may affect transport service prices, margins, working capital needs and the competitiveness of Polish transport companies in the European market. The risk is particularly significant for carriers operating on low margins or working under long-term contracts without effective fuel clauses or price indexation mechanisms.

How transport companies in Poland can prepare for ETS2

Preparation for ETS2 should include several practical steps:

analysing current transport costs,
preparing fuel price increase scenarios,
reviewing customer contracts,
assessing fleet structure and investment plans,
implementing management reporting.

Reliable financial data will be essential to identify unprofitable routes, renegotiate contracts and make informed decisions about fleet modernisation.

The role of accounting, payroll and strategic advisory in Poland

This is where professional accounting in Poland, finance and accounting in Poland, payroll in Poland and strategic advisory in Poland can support transport companies.

Well-prepared accounting and management reporting can help carriers monitor costs by vehicle, route or contract, assess the impact of fuel prices on liquidity, and plan investments in a more controlled way.

Read the full article on Successful Investing in Poland: https://successful-investing-in-poland.com/ets2-and-transport-companies-in-poland-how-to-prepare-for-rising-transport-costs/.

If you have any further questions or require additional information, please contact your business relationship person or use the enquiry form on the HLB Poland website.

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