What is ATR?

The ATR is an international convention that aims to ensure that perishable foodstuffs are transported under conditions that maintain their freshness and safety.

Basic provisions of ATR

The agreement requires regular inspections and certification of vehicles to certify that they meet strict quality and safety standards.

• regulations and certification – they have to go through a certain certification process, including both trailer length of drawbar and food origin certificate. In this way, it is certified that they are suitable for the safe transport of perishable goods;
• inspections and control - regular inspections are mandatory to ensure compliance with the terms of the agreement, ensuring the integrity and reliability of the refrigeration systems.

Advantages and challenges in implementing ATR

The agreement provides significant advantages for the international trade of food products by facilitating cross-border transport and improving their storage in optimal conditions.

• increasing security and reducing risk – ATR standards reduce the risk of product spoilage and help maintain high quality during transport;
• complexity of certification – the process of obtaining ATR certifications can be difficult and time-consuming, which is a challenge for new and existing operators in the sector.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does ATR regulate?

The Convention regulates the use of refrigeration equipment and insulation for vehicles transporting temperature-sensitive goods.

• How to get an ATR certificate?

An application is submitted to the relevant regulatory authorities that carry out inspections of the means of transport.

• What are the criteria for means of transport under the ATR?

They must have the appropriate refrigeration equipment and insulation to maintain the required temperature regimes.

The receipt can serve as proof of the transport carried out and the regulation of the goods that were transported. Such receipts are critical for certifying the proper fulfillment of the conditions of carriage as required by the ATR, as well as for ensuring traceability and accountability in the event of disputes or inspections by regulatory authorities.

Adherence to these standards ensures a high degree of protection both for the products and for all participants in the logistics process.