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State aid in Spain for the transformation of industrial vehicle fleets

The energy renewal of industrial vehicles is an essential step when it comes to transforming fleets. In order to promote this improvement, the Ministry of Transport, Mobility and Urban Agenda (Mitma) activated in 2022 the transfer of 400 million euros of the European funds of recovery to promote the decarbonisation of the heavy vehicle of professional transport by road.

As detailed in the official website of the Ministry of Transport, Mobility and Urban Agenda, the objectives of the investment line are:

1. To promote the transformation of the fleet of heavy goods vehicles and passengers.

2. To encourage the penetration in Spain of technologies for the propulsion of vehicles using alternative energies and to accelerate industrial reactivation and the automotive sector, promoting the decarbonisation of fleets and improving air quality in metropolitan environments.

 The current line of aid is related to the Program of Transformation of Fleets of Heavy Vehicles of Professional Road Transport, and the options offered for the transformation of fleets are 5.

List of aids in the Heavy Vehicle Fleet Transformation Program

Scrapping

The process of scrapping of an industrial vehicle, can be more or less profitable. In this case, the objective of the State is to decarbonize the fleet of vehicles and, with that objective, to promote the purchase of hybrid and electrical references.

The scrapping of vehicles is an interesting option to reduce truck processing costs. In this case, there is a limit of 30 trucks per company or one per natural person, and these have to be registered by January 1, 2019. The aid applies to vehicles of categories M2, M3, N2 and N3 and can be ordered until 30 June 2024. The total amount of aid ranges from 2,500 euros (in N2) to 25,000 euros (in M3).

Purchase of alternative energy vehicles

The purchase of alternative energy vehicles to replace old fuel engines is another option. In this case, they can be electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids, CNG (compressed natural gas) or LNG (liquefied natural gas). Aid may be requested until 30 April 2024, provided it is for new vehicles of categories M2, M3, N2 and N3. Finally, it should be noted that the maximum is 50 units per company (one per natural person).

Retrofit or change of propulsion

Retrofit or propulsion change basically consists of transforming a fuel engine to a more sustainable engine. For example, a fuel engine that becomes electric or hybrid. The authorized changes are from diesel, gasoline or gas to electric, hydrogen and, transiently, CNG or LNG. The time limit for the application is 30 April 2024 and for vehicles less than 10 years old in categories M2, M3, N2 and N3. The amounts that can be obtained are from 6,000 euros (M2) to 20,000 euros (M3 and N3). A certified company can do this work with guarantees.

Installation of electric charging points

The installation of electric charging points is another aid that encourages the transformation of commercial vehicle fleets. This assumption will be included only if electric vehicles have been purchased or converted, and the number of points will match the maximum changes that have been made. Grants can be requested until 31 December 2023 and the amount will depend on the company (40% for large companies, 50% for SMEs and 60% for self-employed).

Looking to repair or transform your commercial vehicle fleet? At Consman we take care of both options with professionalism and all the guarantees.

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Required certifications and qualifications for industrial vehicle repair workshops

By law, industrial vehicle repair workshops must have a series of professional certifications and qualifications. In addition, it is essential to have staff qualified in Occupational Risk Prevention (ORP) and with technical knowledge.

List of certifications for an industrial vehicle workshop

Here are some of the certifications and training that an industrial vehicle workshop must have.

Industrial Activity Register

In order to guarantee compliance with the powers of supervision and control of the Public Administrations in industrial matters, any entity that obtains, repairs, maintains, transforms or reuses industrial products must register the details of its activity, some of which are public, such as those relating to the entity and its establishment(s).

As it is a basic certification, a company that lacks registration is acting illegally.

Environmental regulations

Environmental regulations are the set of legal provisions that apply to the care and protection of the environment.

These regulations are mainly aimed at the fight against pollution and climate change, the protection of nature and biodiversity and the management of water and waste.

Vehicle repair shops, both passenger car and industrial, have to comply with these regulations and a special environmental licence for this activity.

Certification for tank repair and modification

On the other hand, it should be noted that there are numerous certifications required by law for infrastructures, as established by the European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR).

The repair and modification of tanks requires specific certification, established by Royal Decree 948/2003, which aims to regulate the minimum conditions that must be met by facilities for the internal washing, degassing and depressurisation of dangerous goods tanks, as well as workshops for the repair or modification of the aforementioned tanks.

Consequently, if you are involved in the transport of liquids, we can take care of repair and maintenance. This is essential, because not all workshops have this certification.

Pressure Equipment Regulation

Regulation that governs all aspects of the design, manufacture, repair, modification and periodic inspection of pressure equipment to be followed by industrial vehicle repairers. This regulation also applies to vehicle tanks.

Welding Processes and Welders Approval Code

It aims to define the steps to be followed by welders, duly approved, to guarantee their safety and to establish minimum quality standards in all processes.

Metrological Control Register

It stipulates the requirements for industries that manufacture, import, market or lease measuring instruments subject to metrological control. At Consman we are registered with the RCM to guarantee the calibration of the vehicles we repair.

Certification for NGV and hydrogen vehicles

This is the most recent certification and, for this reason, it has not yet been obtained by the majority of workshops in the sector. Not surprisingly, at Consman we have the certification provided by the UNE 60637 standard, which establishes the requirements to be met by workshops that work with this type of vehicle, with which we can take care of their repair and maintenance.

Industrial vehicles, for their repair and maintenance, require workshops with qualified staff and durable facilities. Are you looking for a reliable workshop for your industrial vehicle or bus? We can help you to keep your vehicle in perfect condition. Consman specialises in repair and maintenance.

Contact us to find out more!

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