Once again on our blog we bring you the latest news from the transport sector. In this case we tell you What does the New Land Transport Regulation (ROTT) consist of?
When will the new ROTT come into effect?
When will the The new ROTT will come into force during this month of February, after having been postponed for several years.
The postponement to include the new aspects of the Land Transport Regulations is due to political and institutional issues.
The Ministry of Public Works wanted the modifications to be in force on January 1, 2019. But the Council of State had not been able to process and issue the report necessary to approve the new regulations.
And now it seems that everything is already underway and we can find out the news of the land transport regulations.
Thanks to the new ROTT, the minimum requirements for the formalities in transport companies. will be regulated. As well as the necessary documentation for operations and administrative management, and sanctioning procedure..
What are the main modifications it includes?
There are several points included in the new Land Transport Regulations. Access to this sector is regulated, due to the ruling last February by the European Court of Justice.
And we want to What are the main modifications included in the new ROTT.
Minimo nivel academico
In order to be part of a road transport company, it will be necessary to have a Minimum academic level nivel academico. You must hold, at minimum, the Baccalaureate or of a Medium Level Vocational Training Title.
Transport manager position
It is essential that there is a real and trustworthy link between the holder of the professional competence title and the owner of the transport company. And you will have the Transport manager position, who will carry out his business activity full-time. He will also be in charge of supervising each of the areas of the company.
Regulation of the requirement of loss of good reputeThe new ROTT provides for the regulation of the requirement of loss of good repute. This means that in the event of a very serious infringement or a combination of three serious infringements,, the validity of transport authorizations will be eliminated a whole year.
Cancellation of the minimum fleet requirement in the New Land Transport Regulations
Another novelty that the ROTT includes is the cancellation of the minimum fleet requirement.
It will no longer be necessary to have a minimum number of vehicles to be part of the land transport sector. Before, it was three trucks in the case of freight transport companies, and five buses in the case of passenger transport.
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If you are here it is because you need a freight transportation service and we are sure that we can provide it! Ask us for a free quote en menos de 3 minutos a tan solo un click.Frequently Asked Questions about Land Transport Regulation (ROTT)
What is ROTT and what obligations does it impose on businesses that contract freight transport?
ROTT (RD 1211/1990 updated) regulates land transport in Spain. Loader B2B obligations: 1) Verify carrier licence before contracting (tax ID + current licence number). 2) Document relationship with written contract (LCTTM). 3) Correct cargo handling (stowage, labelling). 4) LCTTM 60-day maximum payment term. 5) Mandatory documentation (CMR consignment note). Penalties for contracting unlicensed carrier: €4,001-30,000 + joint liability for damages.
What types of licence exist under ROTT and how do they affect the service I need?
Three key types: 1) MDP (Heavy Goods Long-Distance) — vehicles above 3.5T GVW, public transport. 2) MDL (Light Goods Distance) — vehicles up to 3.5T GVW, same regime. 3) MPC (Private Complementary Goods) — own goods only, no third-party invoicing. For B2B third-party transport contracting: business must have MDP or MDL. Verify in MITMA site that it doesn’t expire during your contract.
What changed in the latest ROTT update and how does it affect B2B loaders?
RD 1090/2020 + RD 70/2019 introduced: 1) Tighter concession criteria (financial capacity €9,000 first + €5,000 additional). 2) Professional capacity (manager with CAP). 3) More frequent inspections (MITMA + Guardia Civil). 4) Increased penalties. For loaders: 1) Higher service quality guarantee. 2) Elimination of precarious operators. 3) Stable rates (no race to bottom). 4) Easier online verification. Work with established agencies — business protection.
What risks does my business take if I contract transport from an agency that doesn’t comply with ROTT?
Five critical risks: 1) Joint liability for administrative penalties (€4-30K). 2) Loss of CMR insurance cover if carrier unlicensed. 3) Cargo damage risk without recourse (insolvent carrier). 4) Loss of transport tax bonuses (VAT if ROTT-compliant). 5) Brand reputation damaged. Real cost: 5-15x on initial saving. ALWAYS verify current licence before contracting — 10-minute checklist.
How do I ensure ROTT compliance in my B2B contracts with freight companies?
Standard clauses to include: 1) Current ROTT licence number identification + term. 2) Annual licence renewal commitment. 3) Information on any ROTT penalty received. 4) Immediate termination right if licence lost. 5) Indemnity for damages from ROTT non-compliance. CETM template available. Specialist transport legal advice: €1-3K/contract. Justifiable if annual volume above €50K. Without clauses: business exposed to joint risks.
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