Latest updates on KOD95, Europe transport news, and truck driving jobs
The Kosovo Ministry of Infrastructure has announced plans to align driver licensing procedures with EU standards by Q1 2026. This includes biometric KOD95 certification for all professional Category C and D drivers operating commercial vehicles...
Germany: 75 Category C+E drivers needed for DHL Freight - €3,200-3,800/month
Austria: 40 long-distance drivers, Cargo-Partner - €3,400-4,000/month
Slovenia: 30 regional truck drivers, Petrol d.d. - €2,800-3,200/month
Italy: 55 international transport drivers - €3,000-3,600/month
Requirements: Valid Category C/CE license, KOD95 certification, EU residence permit or work visa
The European Union will implement enhanced biometric security features for KOD95 certifications starting January 1, 2026. All new certifications will include advanced fingerprint scanning and facial recognition technology integrated with the EU-wide driver database...
Starting November 2025, new driving and rest time regulations will be enforced across all EU member states. Professional drivers must ensure compliance with updated weekly rest requirements and cabotage rules...
Slovenia (Ljubljana): City bus drivers for LPP - €2,400-2,800/month + benefits
Croatia (Zagreb): Tourist bus drivers for seasonal work - €2,200-2,600/month
Germany (Munich): Public transport operators - €3,000-3,500/month
Austria (Vienna): Intercity bus drivers - €2,800-3,200/month
Requirements: Category D license, KOD95 certification, clean driving record, passenger transport experience preferred
The Government of Kosovo has signed agreements to expand transport routes connecting Pristina with major EU logistics hubs. This development is expected to create 500+ new truck driver positions over the next 18 months...
New routes will include direct connections to Germany, Austria, and Slovenia, requiring drivers with valid EU-recognized licenses and KOD95 certification. HM STORITVE graduates are eligible for these positions upon certification.
Our training center in Ljubljana continues to lead the region with industry-best certification success rates. In Q3 2025, 98% of our students successfully obtained their KOD95 biometric certification on the first attempt...
Germany: ADR tanker drivers for chemical transport - €4,200-5,000/month
Netherlands: Hazmat transport specialists - €3,800-4,500/month
Belgium: Refrigerated goods drivers - €3,500-4,200/month
Requirements: Category C/CE + KOD95, ADR certification, minimum 2 years experience, clean safety record
Benefits: Higher compensation rates, stable contracts, comprehensive insurance, modern fleet vehicles
The European transport sector faces an unprecedented driver shortage, with estimates showing 400,000 unfilled truck driver positions across member states. This shortage is driving up compensation packages and benefits for qualified professional drivers...
Kosovo's integration into European transport networks continues to create opportunities for professional drivers. The logistics sector has grown by 35% in 2025, with international transport companies establishing operations in Pristina and other major cities...
Drivers trained to EU standards with proper certifications are in high demand, with starting positions offering competitive wages and career advancement opportunities.
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