European Commission approves €402 million state aid for Spanish hauliers
The European Commission has authorised a Spanish state aid scheme worth €402 million to assist road transport companies struggling with rising fuel costs.
By Europa Express29 Jun 2026 · 08:00 CETUpdated 29 Jun 2026 · 08:00 CET
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According to the European Commission, the funding is designed to support road transport firms that are currently facing financial pressure due to increased fuel prices. This surge in costs has been attributed to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.
The measure, as reported by the European Commission, provides necessary financial relief to operators within the Spanish transport sector. The announcement confirms that the scheme has received official approval to proceed as part of European Union state aid regulations.