EUROPEAN COMMISSION PUBLISHES 2027 WORK PROGRAMME

On November 4, the European Commission presented its Work Programme for 2027. The document focuses primarily on completing the Single Market, simplifying EU regulatory rules, and strengthening European competitiveness. The Commission also urged the European Parliament and the Council of the EU to accelerate the implementation of the "One Europe, One Market" roadmap.
Colleagues at CLECAT have already prepared a thematic overview of initiatives that will directly impact the logistics and customs clearance sectors.
Key new transport initiatives for 2027:
•     Q1 2027 — Transport Simplification Package.
•     Q2 2027 — Legislative initiative to revise ReFuelEU Aviation (aviation fuel standards).
•     — Review of CO₂ emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs).
Implementation of existing legislation and digitalization
Alongside these new initiatives, work will continue on implementing rules that have already been adopted, through delegated and implementing acts. Particular attention is being given to:
•     The new Union Customs Code (UCC).
•     Legislation on electronic freight transport information (eFTI).
•     The initiative for calculating greenhouse gas emissions in transport (CountEmissionsEU). Additionally, issues of critical importance to the sector—specifically regarding combined transport and the review of the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR)—are being addressed through a separate process.
A Focus on Debureaucratization
Alongside the Work Programme, the Commission has published the 2026 Overview Report (the second annual report), which summarizes progress made in simplifying procedures, reducing administrative burdens, and ensuring compliance with EU regulations.
The UKRZOVNISHTRANS Association continues to monitor regulatory changes in Europe to keep the Ukrainian logistics sector informed and facilitate its adaptation to EU standards.
You can access the official documents on the European Commission portal:
•     2027 Commission Work Programme and annexes
•    2027 Commission Work Programme Factsheet