The Argentine Federation of Freight Transport Business Entities (Fadeeac) issued a significant warning on Thursday: it cautioned that if provinces do not adopt the amended National Traffic Law No. 24.449, freight transport and logistics could come to a standstill in various parts of the country.
“With less than a month until the deadline set by Decree 196/2025, concern is growing in the freight transport sector due to the lack of adoption by some provinces,” the organization stated.

The deadline for provinces to comply with the new regulation is May 19.
“Provincial adoption is not just an administrative procedure; it is an essential condition to ensure safe and consistent circulation of heavy vehicles across jurisdictions. Failure to achieve this jeopardizes the economic activity from the start of the logistics chain to the final consumer,” warned Cristian Sanz, president of Fadeeac.

Freight Transport on Alert
The new regulation mandates that professional licenses (C, D, and E categories) must be issued by jurisdictions that adhere to the standards of the National Road Safety Agency (ANSV).
It also requires drivers of vehicles over 3,500 kg to undergo a psychophysical exam and mandatory training.

“But if a province does not adopt the regulation, its licenses would not be valid outside its borders, which could lead to delays, fines, administrative conflicts, and even service interruptions,” Sanz acknowledged.
He added: “Logistics would grind to a halt, and transport costs would multiply. Ultimately, the final consumer bears the cost.”

Nationwide Impact
The organization noted that if only some provinces adopt the regulation, it would directly affect the supply chain for factories, logistics centers, and retail, with tangible impacts on the availability of essential goods such as food, medicine, or clothing.

“To address these issues, Fadeeac has been holding institutional meetings in various districts. In recent days, meetings took place with the mayor of Mar del Plata, Guillermo Montenegro, and the mayor of Bahía Blanca, Federico Susbielles, among others,” they stated.

For the business federation, not only is the continuity of the service at stake, but also an opportunity to professionalize the sector and improve road safety conditions. “This is not just about complying with a regulation; it’s about making a leap in quality,” Sanz explained.

“Provincial acceptance of the national regulation ensures clear and uniform rules for the entire freight transport system. It is a necessary condition to improve logistics, enhance road safety, and provide predictability to an activity critical to the country’s productive development,” he concluded.