Changes in transport activity regulation in the context of the coronavirus pandemic

Abstract

In the article, the authors consider the activities of transport companies in the context of the coronavirus pandemic. The main research concerns the organization of the process of replacing the time of service provision by contractors when they are in emergency situations or when it is impossible to fulfill transport contracts at the set time. For the first time in the history of mankind, legal states are faced with the need to immediately close borders, prohibit citizens from leaving not only their own state, but also their place of residence in whole. Digitalization of the processes of instant solution of issues related to the activities of transport organizations turned out to be inoperable in relation to the realities of the new time. The state, trying not to destroy the country’s economic system and preserve the transport system, was forced to immediately introduce online services and other technological resources. Analysis of changes in the accompanying documentation and regulations at the level of federal laws, departmental and local regulations shows that civil society and its institutions in the future will not be able to do without thoughtful innovations and regulatory support for the technical component of transport regulation.

Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Agri-Food Companies in the Region of Extremadura (Spain)

“…Second, a slowdown in border activity: the pandemic has disrupted trade, travel, and other border activities. This has affected, above all, airlines and tourism [15,16]. Additionally, in some countries, the education sector dependent on international student tuition payments will be affected.…”

Análise do impacto da covid-19 no acionamento de seguros auto

“…(VO and TRAN, 2020, p. 5). 8 Regarding the necessary changes in transport services regulation due to the pandemic, Makhiboroda et al (2020) conclude, in a survey of the Russian context, that when carrier activities are suspended by governments through social isolation systems during pandemics and similar emergencies, a rule should be introduced to cancel liability for passenger transporters and cargo carriers operating under service agreements, in order to ensure citizen health and safety. Finally, the researchers point out that such a rule should not be applied to other organisations, particularly those operating in the agricultural sector, interstate transport, and hauling perishable goods, as these activities must be performed under any circumstances in order to avoid humanitarian disasters, keeping the living conditions of citizens intact.…”

“…Com relação às mudanças necessárias na regulação do serviço de transporte devido à situação de pandemia, Makhiboroda et al (2020) concluem, em pesquisa focada no cenário russo, que em casos de introdução de um regime de isolamento social, pandemias e afins, onde companhias transportadoras tenham suas atividades suspensas pelo governo, deve-se introduzir uma regra para cancelar a responsabilidade de tais companhias que transportem passageiros e bagagens e atuem sob contratos de prestação de serviços, visando à saúde e à segurança dos cidadãos. Por fim, os pesquisadores pontuam que tal regra não deve ser aplicada a outras organizações, em particular àquelas que operam no setor agrícola e outras envolvidas no transporte interestadual e transporte de produtos perecíveis, uma vez que tais atividades devem ser realizadas em quaisquer circunstâncias, a fim de evitar desastres humanitários e manter as condições de vida dos cidadãos intactas.…”

How Has the COVID-19 Pandemic Affected the Different Branches of the Agri-Food Industry in Extremadura (Spain)?

“…Second, a slowdown in border activity has occurred: the pandemic has disrupted trade, travel, and other border activities. This has particularly affected airlines and tourism [28,29]. A third change that has occurred is the greater protagonism of governments and the pressure placed on them to carry out reforms: the economic consequences of the crisis imply a greater demand for financial support for employees and companies from governments.…”

“…In general, as has happened worldwide, the agri-food industries in Extremadura have experienced difficulties in carrying out trade activities due to the virus containment measures. The physical closing of international borders has had negative impacts on the freedom of the exchange of goods, although the flexibilization and relaxation measures of governments, together with the resilience of companies, have contributed to soften this negative trend [28,29].…”