In recent times, numerous professionals in the concrete transport sector have expressed their discontent regarding the challenging conditions they are facing due to the significant increase in fuel prices. This surge has had a profound impact on their operational costs, leading to widespread concerns among these workers.
Members of the Democratic Organization of Concrete Transport Professionals have organized a substantial protest, halting their operations in response to the skyrocketing prices of diesel fuel. They are also voicing their grievances over the lack of direct exceptional support designated for the road transport sector, which they believe should have alleviated some of their financial burdens.
The protests have been particularly pronounced in cities such as Casablanca, Tangier, El Jadida, Kenitra, Rabat, Marrakech, and Salé, where these professionals have paused work until their demands are addressed and their situation improves.
The regional office of concrete transport workers in the Casablanca-Settat region has initiated an indefinite work stoppage as of Monday, demanding an urgent resolution to the challenges posed by rising diesel prices in the absence of public support.
Protesters have articulated their concerns to the electronic news outlet Hespress, highlighting that the sector is grappling with multiple issues, among which are the scarcity of spare parts and the fact that the reference tariffs have remained unchanged since 2010. They also mentioned that they have not benefited from the direct diesel support, despite the entire sector receiving such assistance, leaving them puzzled as to why their needs have gone unaddressed. Despite reaching out to the government, they have yet to receive a response.
In a letter directed to the governor of the Casablanca-Settat region, they expressed their anxiety over the difficulties related to the technical approval process for trucks, particularly those imported from the People's Republic of China. They noted that the National Road Safety Agency is slow to certify these trucks, even when they meet all safety and technical standards, while other trucks with similar specifications are allowed to operate without issue.
Mustafa Chahoun, the national secretary of the Democratic Organization for Multimodal Transport and Logistics, pointed out that concrete transport professionals have been excluded from the exceptional financial support allocated for the road transport sector. He emphasized that the ongoing protests stem from significant imbalances within the sector, where concrete production companies monopolize transportation and distribution activities without resolution.
Chahoun stressed that the work stoppage will persist until a serious and responsible dialogue is initiated and equitable solutions are found to safeguard the rights of professionals and ensure the continuity of this vital activity.
Protesters further emphasized that their trucks have begun to consume large amounts of fuel monthly, which has become increasingly burdensome due to rising fuel prices, all while they remain without the support intended for diesel fuel.
As reported by hespress.com.
