The Danish government has announced its decision to maintain current excise duties on diesel and petrol, rejecting calls for reductions despite a significant increase in fuel prices. This stance was confirmed during a public parliamentary discussion on October 20th.
Transport organization DTL – Danske Vognmænd has expressed strong criticism of the government's refusal. The organization warns that this decision will lead to higher operational costs for Danish transport companies. Consequently, it is anticipated that the competitive position of Danish carriers will deteriorate, especially when compared to international counterparts operating with lower fuel expenses.
For freight forwarders and logistics managers, this development means that road transport costs within and through Denmark are likely to remain elevated or even increase further. Shippers utilizing Danish carriers may face higher freight rates due to the sustained fuel tax burden. This could influence routing decisions and carrier selection, potentially favoring non-Danish operators for certain legs of European shipments to mitigate costs.
