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Publications

FUCEIT's reports, studies, policy papers and technical documents.

46 publications found

  • Report

    Tax and labour burdens: a regional comparative analysis

    Regional competitiveness in the freight transport sector is deeply conditioned by the structural asymmetries between the systems of Argentina, Brazil and Mexico. This technical analysis offers a comparative view of how each country balances the pressures of its tax burden with the demands of a complex labour framework and social protection policies. The study unpacks how these variables directly influence operating costs, the rate of informal employment and companies' real capacity to compete in an integrated regional market. Through this assessment, we address the problem of business sustainability and what lessons can be drawn from the different regulatory models in order to foster an environment where formal employment and haulier profitability can coexist. It is essential reading for understanding the rules of the game that define the logistics landscape of Latin America today. Access the full technical comparison and explore in depth the structural challenges shaping the course of regional transport.

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    Artificial intelligence in transport and mobility

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) has ceased to be an abstract concept and has established itself as the main engine of digital transformation in modern mobility. This document explores, from a technical standpoint, how the application of AI is redefining the standards of road freight transport. We analyse the impact of predictive maintenance systems, capable of anticipating mechanical failures before they halt operations, and the deployment of ADAS technologies (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) as critical tools for reducing accident rates. We also examine the use of big data for optimising fuel consumption and planning efficient routes. The aim of this report is to provide a clear view of how AI not only improves profit margins, but transforms transport into a safer, more predictable activity that is better connected to today's needs. Discover the current state and the enormous potential of Artificial Intelligence applied to road freight transport in this special report.

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    Insecurity in goods transport: Argentina, Brazil and Mexico

    The rise in cargo theft represents today a first-order threat that compromises the profitability of the logistics sector and, more seriously still, endangers the lives and physical integrity of drivers. In this document, we present a detailed comparative assessment of the realities of Argentina, Brazil and Mexico. We analyse how criminal methods have become more sophisticated and how organised crime affects supply chains. The report moves away from statistical description in order to focus on solutions: we evaluate which prevention strategies, investments in tracking technology and security protocols have proven most effective worldwide. We provide a roadmap so that transport companies can strengthen security along productive corridors and professionalise risk management in a context of high vulnerability. Review the fundamental pillars of this report and strengthen the security strategy of your logistics operations.

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    Unionised drivers in the USA: economic and safety benefits

    In what way does labour structure influence road safety? This study, carried out in collaboration with Prof. Thomas Corsi of the University of Maryland, explores in depth the correlation between unionisation and operational performance in the United States transport sector. Through an exhaustive data analysis, we examine how the collective health and safety agreements in force at unionised companies act as a positive catalyst for improving drivers' practices and reducing risks on the road. The report goes beyond the traditional view of labour relations, demonstrating that strong representation and clear working agreements are critical factors for increasing operational safety, reducing staff turnover and improving overall efficiency. This document offers a key perspective on how working conditions affect profitability and driver well-being, laying the foundations for more humane and professional fleet management. Access the full findings of the study on the relationship between trade unionism, workplace well-being and safety in transport.

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    Tax burden on freight transport: Brazil, Mexico and Argentina

    Freight transport in Argentina currently faces one of the most challenging tax schemes in the region, which directly affects the competitiveness of our companies. In this technical report, we carry out an exhaustive breakdown of the tax burden, analysing the weight of national taxes, the administrative complexity of the Gross Income tax and the dispersion of municipal rates that affect daily logistics operations. By contrasting our situation with the models of Brazil and Mexico, this study not only exposes the efficiency gaps, but also proposes concrete lines of work for advancing towards genuine tax simplification. It is essential reading for executives and decision-makers seeking to understand the structural factors that currently limit the sector's economic sustainability, and how other countries in the region have managed to optimise their fiscal schemes in order to encourage the growth of transport. We invite you to download the full report to access the comparative data and the reform proposals designed for the sector.

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    Logistics: a comparative analysis of the tax burden

    Freight transport is the backbone of our economy, but its potential is conditioned by a complex fiscal framework that directly affects the sector's profitability. Comparing our tax burden with that of Brazil and Mexico reveals that the challenge in Argentina is not only the magnitude of the taxes, but the distortion generated by the overlapping of rates and contributions. A transparent and efficient tax system is fundamental so that freight ceases to be a factor that drives up costs and becomes instead a driver of competitiveness. Simplifying this scheme is an urgent necessity in order to strengthen our companies and to guarantee that the effort of those who move the country translates into real development and equity. We invite you to delve into this comparative analysis of how the tax burden shapes the reality of our logistics and which reforms are needed to improve our competitiveness.

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    Comparative analysis of the truck fleets of Argentina and Brazil

    The truck is a mobile productive unit that is essential for the territorial integration of our nation. However, the age of the vehicle fleet in Argentina, compared with our regional peers, reveals a structural asymmetry that affects road safety, operating costs and the quality of life of our drivers. Renewing our fleet is not simply a matter of replacing mechanical parts; it is a direct investment in productivity and safety. The lack of accessible financing and macroeconomic conditions have held back modernisation, entrenching a lag that affects thousands of workers. Promoting active renewal policies is urgent in order to dignify work and strengthen a critical link in our real economy. We invite you to delve into this assessment of our vehicle fleet and the importance of investing in a modern, safe and efficient transport system.

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    Comparative analysis of logistics efficiency

    Logistics is much more than the physical movement of goods; it is the nervous system that connects production with consumption, enabling a country to successfully join global value chains. The efficiency of this system is a decisive variable: when logistics costs are high or delivery times are erratic, the entire economy loses its capacity to compete and grow. For Argentina, reaching international logistics standards demands a comprehensive strategy that goes beyond the sectoral level. We need integrated infrastructure, digitalisation of processes and smooth coordination between the State and the private sector. Transforming our logistics is not merely a technical improvement, it is a strategic national development policy. We invite you to read this analysis of how logistics efficiency defines our place in the global market and what the key pillars are for achieving sustainable competitiveness.

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    Prospective scenarios 2025–2035 for freight transport

    We are living through a pivotal decade in which artificial intelligence, automation and the energy transition are reshaping the very nature of transport. What only a short time ago seemed a futuristic projection is today a reality that puts pressure on logistics processes and, above all, on the present and future of trucking work. The question in the face of these challenges is not whether technology is necessary, but how we organise ourselves so that it becomes a tool of progress and not of exclusion. Faced with the existential risks of algorithmic automation, modern trade unionism must act as the architect of this transition, prioritising training, operational safety and the non-negotiable defence of the role of the human factor. We invite you to explore this strategic roadmap for navigating the 2025-2035 decade with a proactive, worker-centred outlook.

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    The impact of road crashes in Argentina

    Road insecurity in our country represents a human tragedy that goes beyond the pain of families and translates into an irreparable loss for the social and productive fabric. Beyond the lives cut short, road crashes generate immense economic and social costs, draining public resources and reducing the labour productivity of thousands of affected workers. The necessary change will not come solely from traffic laws or infrastructure improvements; it requires a profound cultural transformation. We need to move towards a model of responsible driving in which respect for others and stress management are central components of road safety education. Safety on the roads is a shared responsibility that defines the quality of our coexistence. We invite you to reflect on this report and on the fundamental role that each actor plays in building a safer and more humane road environment.

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    Energy and Development

    Energy is the ceiling of our growth. When we speak of the energy mix, we are not talking only about cables or generation; we are talking about the limit of what our industry can produce, of what our citizens can consume and of our real capacity to integrate into the competitive world. This report is an exhaustive overview of the national energy infrastructure. We analyse the direct correlation between reliable supply and macroeconomic stability, putting on the table the urgent modernisation challenges that Argentina has been dragging along. We assess the impact of the energy transition, security of supply and the investments needed to transform the current mix into an efficient, secure and sustainable long-term system. We invite you to read this technical report, designed for those who understand that energy is, above all, a matter of sovereignty and strategic development.

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    The strategic value of SMEs and their economic and social implications

    Argentina is built from the ground up, and that ground has a name: SMEs. In this new document, we carry out an in-depth exploration of the strategic value of these organisations, which not only drive our economy but represent the greatest source of resilience in the face of any crisis. We analyse how the national productive structure depends on these companies and why it is a strategic mistake to see them merely as billing units. We explore their unique capacity to sustain the middle class, generate quality employment and adapt to abrupt market changes. Through this report, we break down the keys to boosting their growth, the obstacles we must overcome as a country in order to strengthen them, and the long-term vision we need so that they stop being «small» and become the giants that our international competitiveness requires. An essential analysis for those who believe in Argentine productive development.