On 1 July 2026, two of the most significant regulatory changes to hit European road transport in years come into force simultaneously. The Netherlands launches its distance-based truck toll — the vrachtwagenheffing — and the EU extends smart tachograph requirements to vans operating in international transport.

Pharmaceutical and medical device companies invest heavily in GDP-compliant supply chains, ensuring every stage is audited and documented. However, the final transport step—light commercial vehicles delivering medicines, blood products, and medical devices—has historically operated with less regulatory oversight than the rest of the supply chain.