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Ali je logistika nova alternativa nadaljnjemu izobraževanju za dijake?

Ustvarjeno: 03. 09. 2025

Posodobljeno: 03. 09. 2025

Dolga leta je veljalo, da bi morali učenci, ki so opustili šolanje, nadaljevati izobraževanje. Ne glede na to, ali je šlo za kolidž, univerzo ali poklicno usposabljanje, je bilo sporočilo enako: najprej študij, nato delo. Vendar se to prepričanje začenja spreminjati. Zaradi vse višjih šolnin, vse večjega dolga in negotovosti glede vrednosti diplome mnogi mladi ponovno ocenjujejo svoje odločitve.

Hkrati pa logistična industrija povprašuje po novih talentih. Ponuja takojšen zaslužek, strukturiran razvoj in dolgoročne karierne možnosti - vse to brez stroškov visokošolske izobrazbe. Vprašanje ni več, ali je lahko logistika začasna možnost za dijake, ampak ali predstavlja pravo alternativo univerzi.

Sektor, ki potrebuje talente

Potreba po novih udeležencih v logistiki je nujna. Združenje cestnih prevoznikov (RHA) je opozorilo, da mora Združeno kraljestvo v naslednjih petih letih zaposliti 200 000 novih voznikov tovornjakov - kar je enakovredno 40 000 voznikom na leto -, da bi ohranilo gibanje dobavnih verig in preprečilo ponovitev pomanjkanja iz leta 2021.

Na evropski ravni je izziv še večji. Leta 2023 se je Evropa soočala s pomanjkanjem več kot 233 000 poklicnih voznikov - po napovedih se bo to število do leta 2028 povzpelo na 745 000, če se ne bo odpravilo. Povprečni voznik je star 47 let, skoraj 30 % voznikov pa je starejših od 55 let, kar kaže na bližajoči se val upokojevanja. Vendar je le 5 % voznikov mlajših od 25 let. Brez mlajših voznikov panoga tvega, da se bo ustavila.

Pri tem ne gre le za polnjenje kabin. Gre za zagotavljanje nemotenega delovanja gospodarstva. Pomanjkanje voznikov ima posledice, ki se dotikajo vseh področij, od trgovskih polic do gradbenih projektov.

Po besedah Sally Gilson, vodje politike spretnosti v RHA (https://trans.info/en/rha-driver-shortage-404538): "Če želimo dolgoročno zagotoviti prihodnost panoge, moramo letno zaposliti, usposobiti in zadržati več deset tisoč voznikov, da bi zadostili povpraševanju. Zaradi staranja delovne sile moramo v panogo privabiti tudi več mladih. Da bi to dosegli, moramo dati prednost prožnim in financiranim možnostim usposabljanja."

Podatki Eurostata medtem kažejo, da je junija 2025 brezposelnost mladih v EU znašala 14,7 %, brez dela pa je bilo 2,857 milijona mladih, kar se iz meseca v mesec ni spremenilo. Ti podatki razkrivajo veliko vrzel v priložnostih za dijake, ki končajo šolanje. V času, ko se mnogi soočajo z mračnimi obeti, logistika predstavlja pot jasnosti, usposabljanja in finančne neodvisnosti.

Spreminjanje dojemanja

Dojemanje logistike kot dela zadnje možnosti se umika priznavanju njenih oprijemljivih koristi. Nedavni članek Motor Transport feature poudarja dejavnike, kot so varnost zaposlitve, zanesljivo plačilo, prilagodljiv delovni urnik in možnost potovanja. Za mnoge je prav ta kombinacija prednosti tista, zaradi katere je logistika izjemna. Poleg tega vajeništvo in programi za diplomante mladim zaposlenim omogočajo, da pridobijo kvalifikacije in praktične izkušnje.

Matthew Bellamy, izvršni direktor družbe SNAP, pravi: "Za dijake, ki opustijo šolanje, logistika ni le alternativa. To je hitra pot do kvalificirane in na prihodnost pripravljene kariere. Izkušnje in samostojnost si lahko začnete pridobivati takoj, brez stroškov in zamud na univerzi."

Čeprav je vloga voznika najbolj vidna, logistika zajema veliko več. Diplomanti se lahko zaposlijo v skladišču, načrtovanju, tehnologiji ali službi za stranke, nato pa preidejo na vodstveni položaj. Digitalizacija logistike je ustvarila tudi povpraševanje po novih znanjih - analizi podatkov, optimizaciji poti in upravljanju trajnosti - ki so zanimiva za generacijo digitalnih domorodcev.

Družba SNAP na primer sodeluje s flotami po vsej Evropi, da bi zagotovila digitalna orodja, ki podpirajo dobro počutje voznikov, jim pomagajo pri iskanju varnih parkirišč in racionalizirajo vsakodnevne dejavnosti. Pri teh naložbah ne gre le za učinkovitost, temveč za to, da logistika postane verodostojna in privlačna poklicna pot.

"Industrija potrebuje sveže obraze z digitalnim znanjem, odpornostjo in sodobnim pogledom," nadaljuje Bellamy. "Ravno to prinašajo dijaki, ki končajo šolanje - in s privabljanjem več žensk se bomo lahko še hitreje prilagodili."

Odpravljanje razlik med spoloma

Raznolikost je ena največjih neizkoriščenih priložnosti v logistiki. Po podatkih Svetovne banke ženske predstavljajo le 23 % zaposlenih v prometu in skladiščenju v Evropi in Srednji Aziji. Evropski podatki so še bolj zaskrbljujoči, ko gre posebej za voznike: le 4 % žensk.

Bistveno je, da se več mladih žensk odloča za poklice v logistiki - kot voznice, načrtovalke ali vodje. S tem se ne le razširi nabor talentov, temveč se spremeni tudi kultura panoge, ki postane bolj reprezentativna in odporna. Poudarjanje ženskih vzornic, ustvarjanje vključujočih okolij za usposabljanje in izboljšanje socialnih ustanov so praktični ukrepi, s katerimi lahko logistika postane privlačnejša za vse.

Prepogosto je prikazana kot panoga, v kateri prevladujejo moški in ki je fizično zahtevna. Čeprav so ti stereotipi nekoč morda imeli nekaj resnice, so vedno bolj zastareli. Današnji logistični sektor temelji tako na tehnologiji in timskem delu kot na fizičnem delu.

Vloga delodajalcev in industrije

Da bi lahko logistika konkurirala nadaljnjemu izobraževanju, mora industrija doseči rezultate na treh področjih:

● poti usposabljanja - ponujanje vajeništva, certificiranja in mentorstva, da bodo zaposleni imeli občutek napredovanja.

● socialno varstvo in infrastruktura - zagotavljanje, da imajo vozniki, zlasti mlajši in bolj raznoliki, dostop do varnih parkirišč, čistih počivališč in podpornih okolij.

● pripovedovanje zgodb o poklicni poti - predstavitev različnih vlog in dolgoročnih možnosti v sektorju.

Za operaterje je poslovna upravičenost jasna. Več kot polovica evropskih prevoznikov že poroča, da se zaradi pomanjkanja voznikov ne morejo širiti. Skoraj polovica jih navaja padajočo produktivnost, 39 % pa pravi, da se prihodki zmanjšujejo. Brez sprememb pomanjkanje voznikov ne bo le omejilo rasti, ampak bo tudi zmanjšalo dobiček.

Logistika kot prva izbira

Razprava o nadaljnjem izobraževanju in delu nikoli ne bo enotna za vse. Nekateri mladi bodo na univerzah in visokih šolah še naprej uspešno delali. Vendar je logistika realna in v prihodnost usmerjena možnost.

Za dijake pomeni takojšnje plačilo, neodvisnost in možnost napredovanja. Za industrijo pa pomeni, da lahko izkoristi bazen talentov, ki jih nujno potrebuje. Za družbo pomeni krepitev odpornosti bistvenega sektorja.

Zdaj je izziv za industrijo, da svoje povpraševanje uskladi z vizijo: da zagotovi usposabljanje, dobro počutje in priložnosti, ki so enakovredne tistim, ki jih ponuja nadaljnje izobraževanje. Če ji bo to uspelo, logistika ne bo le alternativa univerzi, temveč prednost.

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ponedeljek 22 september 2025 • Novice in posodobitve

RAZCVET INFRASTRUKTURE V ROMUNIJI - KAJ POMENI ZA SEKTOR MOBILNOSTI

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Romania is fast emerging as a strategic logistics and freight hub in Southeastern Europe. Supported by billions in EU and national funding, the country’s infrastructure renaissance is attracting fleet operators, logistics investors and manufacturers. In this article, we explore what these developments mean for fleets, drivers and the wider transportation sector.Romania's transport infrastructure has seen a dramatic shift in pace and scale. The government has earmarked around 25 billion lei (£4.27 billion) for road projects in 2026, reflecting an unprecedented focus on highways and freight corridors. In mid‑2025, Romania had around 1,325km of highways in service (1,188 km motorways and 138 km expressways), with another 741km under construction and 669km in tendering stages.By 2030, Romania plans to double its highway network, modernise strategic railway routes, expand urban transport and connect regions that have long been isolated. The challenge is immense, but the outcome could transform the country’s position on Europe’s transport map.Key projects include the A7 north-south axis running from Ploiești to Siret, which will aid transport to the Ukrainian border, due for completion by 2026. Another is an 11km expressway connecting Satu Mare to Romania’s border with Hungary. The A0 Bucharest Ring Road will ease freight and passenger traffic around the capital, with the southern half already in use. Other major works include the Suceava-Oar and Timișoara-Moravița corridors, as well as the 2.9 km Meseș Tunnel, set to become the longest road tunnel in Romania.“These corridors won’t just improve east-west and north-south links – they will connect previously isolated regions like Moldavia and the North-East to the rest of the country and the EU,” comments Eduard Ularu, Business Development Manager at SNAP.But infrastructure isn’t just roads. over the Danube, opened in July 2023 at a cost of €500 million (€363 million co‑funded by the EU), delivers the first crossing over the maritime Danube and significantly improves connectivity to Constanța and Dobruja.Other vital developments include planned rail upgrades at Constanța port and DP World Romania’s €130 million expansion of container and ro-ro capacity, doubling throughput and adding logistics links by road and rail.Romania’s freight and logistics market is sizable. USD 21.11 billion in 2025, it is forecast to rise to USD 24.27 billion by 2030. Meanwhile, the road freight segment alone is projected at USD 9.07 billion in 2025, climbing to USD 10.37 billion by 2030.These figures reflect Romania’s growing role as a trans-European corridor, serving routes from Hungary, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Moldova and the Black Sea ports. Ukraine now directs much of its on the Black Sea coast, eyeing a doubling from 2 million to 4 million tons per month through Romanian infrastructure.“These investments will help Romania compete more strongly with major logistics hubs like those in Poland and Greece,” comments Eduard Ularu. “Constanța has huge potential, and with the right infrastructure in place, it can finally become the gateway for European trade it was meant to be.”Improved warehousing, lower labour costs, and friend‑shoring trends are further encouraging manufacturers and retailers to locate logistics centres in Romania, increasing demand on roads and pushing growth across the network. The infrastructure upgrades aren’t just physical – they’re digital too. As the country expands its highways and freight corridors, it’s embedding smart systems designed to support faster, safer and more efficient journeys.Across the network, are being installed, including weigh-in-motion sensors, inductive traffic loops and roadside cameras. These systems will feed into real-time traffic control centres in cities like Bucharest, Brașov and Timișoara, helping authorities—and fleet operators—respond to incidents and congestion faster.Bucharest is also , using AI and smart detectors to optimise vehicle flows and reduce bottlenecks. This has major implications for freight operators navigating dense urban areas, improving travel time reliability and reducing idling.At a national level, Romania is shifting towards . The new TollRO system – planned for launch in 2026 – will replace the current e-vignette with a distance-based, emissions-sensitive tolling model, in line with EU directives. This change could encourage cleaner fleets and offer fairer pricing for logistics operators who invest in low-emission vehicles.For drivers, this means fewer delays, clearer real-time information, and more responsive road conditions. For operators, it’s a chance to futureproof fleet planning, route management and sustainability strategies.For fleets and drivers, Romania’s modernisation brings both benefits and trade‑offs. Perhaps most importantly, it’s likely to result in improved network efficiency. With smoother routes and faster corridors, the investments are likely to reduce travel times and idling. Dangerous single-lane national roads will gradually be replaced by safer, faster highways. This will increase productivity and also reduce the time drivers spend behind the wheel. However, it’s not all positive. Ongoing works on motorways like A7 and A8 may cause delays and route changes while the works are undertaken. It could also mean higher freight volumes (especially at Constanța and border crossings), which may strain existing infrastructure.“Right now, construction zones like DN2 and parts of the A0 Bucharest Ring Road are causing detours and bottlenecks,” Ularu explains. “Trucks are losing hours on routes that should take minutes – and that impacts everything from fuel budgets to delivery reliability.”In addition, new corridors, tighter safety rules, and shifting road-use charges require greater compliance attention.Despite infrastructure gains, secure rest parking and welfare facilities remain patchy in some freight corridors, especially near border areas and major hubs. Construction zones often lack formal lay-by zones, leaving drivers exposed and with nowhere to rest.“We’re still seeing dangerous stopovers and overcrowded lay-bys on key freight routes,” says Eduard. “Modern highways will bring dedicated service and rest areas every 30–50 kilometres, complete with fuel stations, shops, and food courts. For drivers, this means safer places to park, with proper lighting, CCTV surveillance and secure rest zones that reduce the risk of theft. Sanitary facilities such as showers and clean toilets – a rarity on national roads – will finally become the norm.”SNAP is addressing this gap through its interactive parking map across Romania. Drivers can easily locate trusted, secure truck parking, book spots in advance where available, and plan safer routes via the SNAP map.Planning a journey through Romania? Use the SNAP map to find secure, driver‑friendly parking along key freight routes.This infrastructure modernisation process also plays a key role in enabling greener logistics. With a better flow of traffic, there will be lower levels of emissions caused by idle vehicles and stop-start driving.There will also be transport corridor upgrades to support emerging EV and hydrogen refuelling infrastructure, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Romania’s infrastructure investment marks a pivotal change for freight and mobility across Southeastern Europe. For fleets, this translates into faster corridors, deeper logistics capacity, and higher volumes of trade but also closer scrutiny of welfare, compliance and resilience.As a forward-thinking industry leader, SNAP advocates for well-informed operations, flexible route planning, and driver-focused tools that support both safety and efficiency. Romania is not only modernising – it's reshaping how goods move across the region.“This isn’t just about roads – it’s about resilience, sustainability and building a smarter freight future across Europe. Romania is right at the heart of that shift,” Eduard states.

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četrtek 07 avgust 2025 • Novice in posodobitve

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Situated in Ellesmere Port, a stone's throw away from the M53, is . Voted UK's Truckstop of the Year 2023, the site has become a firm favourite among the trucking community. Playing homage to their link to Formula 1 (the site once provided fuel to racing cars around the world), the truck stop is doused in the iconic red, with plenty of sporting memorabilia to keep visitors busy for hours. As they celebrate their 10th anniversary, we sit down with Operations Manager Ash Evans to discuss everything from new facilities and sustainability goals to driver welfare and their relationship with SNAP. explains Ash.The site hosts a range of fantastic facilities to provide truck drivers with a home away from home. states Ash.As we're given a tour around the site, we walk through a dedicated gaming room, equipped with a pool and a table tennis table, a lounge area complete with massage chairs and a plethora of games consoles to help relax a driver after a long shift. On the more practical side, the site offers washing facilities, a gym, and a kitchen area to make homemade meals. For those who don't fancy cooking after a day behind the wheel, they can make use of the on-site restaurant now offering SNAP meal vouchers. Recently, the site renovated its female facilities, with state-of-the-art, spa-like washrooms. Included in this upgrade was a gender neutral toilet and shower room both areas are kept locked to ensure safety and security. explains Ash. Discover the new facilities at Formula through our with Ash.Ash and the team have a close relationship with Stuart Willetts, one of SNAP's UK Business Development Managers, who is always at the end of the phone to go over any queries. states Ash. Ash explains how offering SNAP meal vouchers has benefited not only the drivers but the site as well:Driver well-being has been a hot topic of discussion within the industry for a long time. With suicide rates among truck drivers than the national average, truck stops play a vital role in improving driver welfare. Something of which Ash believes shouldn't be difficult for a truck stop to achieve:This has certainly been a key focus for Formula, influencing everything from their facilities and continuous improvements to the safety and security of those parking up. Ash states. The industry has a long way to go, and Formula Truck Stop is setting the bar high. We asked Ash what the industry could do to help with driver well-being:Something that Stuart is all too aware must happen, as his role within SNAP allows him to empathise with the day-to-day challenges truck drivers face:The truck stop has come a long way since its humble beginnings. With SNAP helping to streamline operations, the site has been able to concentrate on expanding and pursuing its sustainability goals. With over 195,000 truck drivers on the SNAP network, the site had to add an overflow parking area, giving them an extra 50 spaces, to meet the growing demand. The site is now focusing on their sustainability goals, Ash explains:.Inspired by what you've just read? . Catch the full interview with

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ponedeljek 21 julij 2025 • Novice in posodobitve

KAKO PODNEBNE SPREMEMBE VPLIVAJO NA SEKTOR MOBILNOSTI

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Climate change is no longer a distant risk. For those working in road transport, it’s a daily operational reality – one that’s becoming harder to ignore with every passing year. From heatwaves that melt tarmac to floods that cut off major routes, the impact of a shifting climate is baked into the business of moving goods.For fleet managers, this means navigating evolving regulations, updating infrastructure and rethinking continuity planning. For drivers, it means adapting to new risks on the road – from tyre blowouts to disrupted delivery windows. And for the entire sector, it signals the need for a more resilient, climate-aware approach to mobility.In July 2022, the UK experienced its . As temperatures climbed to 40℃, roads began to soften, with sections of the closed due to surface degradation. Fleet operators were forced to reroute deliveries, sometimes at short notice, while engine temperatures soared and vehicles struggled to maintain performance.That same year, high winds from caused widespread damage across freight corridors in Western Europe, overturning high-sided vehicles and damaging temperature-sensitive cargo. Meanwhile, in January 2024, Storm Henk flooded vast areas of central England. Key routes in the Midlands were and some drivers were stranded for hours.These are not isolated events. They are signs of a transport system increasingly vulnerable to climate threats. Road surfaces, vehicle components and logistics networks are all being tested by changing conditions – and the consequences are being felt throughout the supply chain.When it comes to climate-related disruption, the impacts aren’t just felt on individual routes. Whole supply chains are being affected – sometimes with little warning. In The Netherlands, rising sea levels and heavier rainfall are prompting authorities and businesses to reassess the resilience of critical logistics infrastructure, particularly in low-lying industrial areas. The Port of Rotterdam – Europe’s largest seaport – has to adapt to climate risk, reinforcing quay walls, elevating access roads and upgrading stormwater systems to protect against flooding. Inland logistics centres are also under scrutiny, as extreme weather has exposed vulnerabilities in access routes and drainage.Fleet technology is improving fast, especially when it comes to electrification and smart diagnostics. But climate change is creating new stresses for even the most advanced vehicles. Battery efficiency can in cold weather, reducing the effective range of electric vans. Meanwhile, high temperatures and put additional strain on vehicle cooling systems.To address these issues, some operators are investing in predictive maintenance systems that use telematics to anticipate wear and schedule repairs before costly failures occur. Others are upgrading cab comfort systems to protect driver wellbeing during periods of extreme heat or cold. While these changes involve upfront investment, they can pay dividends in uptime, safety and driver retention.Rising climate risk is reshaping insurance, too. Some insurers are responding to the increased frequency of extreme weather claims by and tightening exclusions. Business interruption policies, in particular, are under , especially where supply chains are vulnerable to repeat disruption. And while cargo insurance remains a consideration, not all policies automatically cover delays caused by climate events such as flooding or high winds.Fleet managers should review their cover in light of these emerging risks. That means checking for exclusions, assessing how climate-related events are defined, and ensuring that critical gaps – such as downtime due to road closures – are adequately addressed. In some cases, demonstrating a proactive approach to risk management, flood mitigation and driver training can also help secure more favourable terms.While the physical impacts of climate change are already visible, regulatory shifts are adding another layer of complexity for operators. Low-emission zones are expanding rapidly across the UK and Europe, placing new demands on fleet composition and compliance. In London, the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) continues to grow, while cities like Birmingham and Oxford have introduced their own variations. At the European level, the package have set ambitious targets for decarbonisation. Fleet operators are being incentivised – and increasingly required – to switch to cleaner fuels and technologies. From electrification mandates to supply chain transparency rules, operators now face a new baseline for what’s considered acceptable business practice.For those managing fleets, these changes present both a logistical challenge and a strategic opportunity. Embracing sustainability isn't just about avoiding penalties – it’s about futureproofing operations and staying ahead of changing customer expectations.Adaptation doesn’t happen overnight, but incremental changes can have a meaningful impact. Some operators are now carrying out climate risk assessments across their fleet operations, identifying assets and routes most vulnerable to disruption. Others are offering drivers updated training to improve safety and decision-making during extreme weather events.Fuel choices are shifting too. Hauliers looking for lower-carbon alternatives are turning to HVO – hydrotreated vegetable oil – an alternative to diesel that cuts emissions without requiring new infrastructure. Meanwhile, those investing in load optimisation software are seeing benefits not just in fuel economy but in emissions reductions that support compliance goals.There’s no longer any doubt that climate change is shaping the future of road transport, not in decades, but right now. The challenge for operators is to shift from a reactive mindset to a more strategic, long-term mindset. That means understanding the risks, acting on them early, and recognising that resilience is fast becoming a source of competitive advantage.“We’re hearing the same thing from fleet operators across the UK and Europe,” says Nick Renton, Head of European Strategy and Business Development at SNAP. “Climate disruption isn’t a future risk – it’s already here, affecting everything from warehousing and route planning to driver welfare. The fleets that thrive will be the ones that treat climate resilience as a business strategy, not just an emergency response.“It matters because the cost of inaction is rising – not just financially, but in terms of missed deliveries, operational downtime and the wellbeing of drivers on the road. If we want to keep goods moving and businesses growing, we need to start building that resilience in now.”At SNAP, we work closely with fleets across the UK and Europe to help them navigate this new reality. Whether it’s through insights, partnerships, or smarter tools for on-the-road operations, we’re here to support those who keep the wheels turning – whatever the weather. to take advantage of our fleet management solutions.