The CNTC warns of a real risk of shortages in Spain due to insufficient transport subsidies

El Comité Nacional de Transporte por Carretera (CNTC) has issued an ultimatum to Gobierno de España after analyzing the Comprehensive Response Plan facing the energy crisis stemming from the conflict in Irán, warning that the lack of decisive measures jeopardizes the viability of the sector and the supply of essential goods before March 27.

Inadequacy of bonuses and economic disconnection

Following an emergency meeting, the CNTC They have expressed their profound disappointment at what they consider a "total disconnect" between the measures adopted and the financial reality of businesses. Although the government announced a bonus of 20 cents per liter, the technical body clarifies that the effective aid amounts to barely any. 15 cents per liter after deducting the 5 cents already corresponding to the professional diesel.

The sector complains that it has not been guaranteed that this discount will be excluded from the mechanisms of fuel indexationThis could lead to a forced reduction in transport fares precisely when operating costs are at record highs. Given this situation, the sector is demanding the structural maintenance of the role of the [unspecified entity]. professional diesel and apply a flexible indexation clause that allows for daily or weekly price revisions.

Economic impact in figures: the cost of inaction

The severity of the current situation translates into critical figures for the profitability of businesses and the self-employed. Since the beginning of hostilities in IránThe accumulated additional cost for the entire Spanish transport sector amounts to almost 450 millones de euros, a bill that is being borne mostly by the carriers themselves.

Concept	Impact / Value
Average weekly surcharge per truck	600 Euros
Net effective aid announced	15 cents/liter
Estimated total impact on the sector	450.000.000 Euros
Deadline for rectification	March 27th 2026

Also, the CNTC has criticized the limitations imposed by the de minimis regime, noting that these restrictions prevent larger companies from receiving support proportional to the actual increase in their operating expenses, thus diluting the effectiveness of any rescue package.

Appeal to shippers and oil companies

The agency has urged the loaders to apply the diesel clause quickly, remembering that the Transportation Chain Law, launched in 2022, explicitly prohibits operating below costOn the other hand, the message towards the oil companies It is extremely firm, accusing them of applying immediate increases but unjustifiably delaying price reductions.

In the words of Javier Arnedo, Chairman of the CNTC"Transportation cannot continue operating at a loss. If companies stop, the country stops." The sector does not rule out mass mobilizations and protests if an urgent meeting with the ministers is not convened. Transport, Economist y Estate to agree on a second package of corrective measures.

Key points and frequently asked questions about the transport conflict

Why does the sector consider the 20 cent aid insufficient?

Because after subtracting the 5 cents already received for professional diesel, the actual aid is only 15 cents. Furthermore, the CNTC He fears that this reduction will lead to a drop in rates by shippers, negating the benefit for the carrier.

What is the real risk to the end consumer?

There is a risk of disruption to the logistics chain and shortages of essential goods if companies, unable to sustain negative margins, are forced to progressively halt their activity before March 27.

What solutions does the CNTC propose to the Government?

They demand direct aid to compensate for losses, the elimination of de minimis regime limitations, weekly or daily indexation of transport prices according to fuel costs, and strict supervision of oil companies' practices.