The Tunisian Union of Travel Agencies and Tourism has announced a strategic plan to provide urgent and sustainable solutions to the difficulties faced by companies in the tourism transport sector. This decision was made following a meeting of the Union's Land Transport Committee to discuss the current state of the sector and the challenges it faces. The meeting included a rich discussion on the main issues hindering the growth of tourist transport in Tunisia.
The issues hindering the growth of tourist transport in Tunisia include an ageing fleet, unfair competition from the parallel sector, and the phenomenon of illegal subcontracting. Other issues include the professional card for drivers, the deadlines for granting privileges related to vehicle equipment, and the shortage of high-end cars and buses. The tourism transport sector plays a vital role in supporting the logistics infrastructure of travel agencies.
The tourism transport sector in Tunisia comprises a vital fleet of large buses, luxury tourist cars, and occasional transport vehicles. This fleet supports the logistics infrastructure of travel agencies to secure the transportation of visitors to various archaeological, beach, and desert routes. The sector is crucial to Tunisia's tourism industry, which is a significant contributor to the country's economy.
The Union has emphasized the need to accelerate the implementation of a package of administrative reforms and facilitations to enable professionals to update their vehicles and buses to international quality standards. This will improve the reception and transportation services within the country. The reforms aim to support the growth of the tourism transport sector and enhance the overall tourist experience in Tunisia.
The strategic plan adopted by the Union aims to address the challenges faced by the tourism transport sector, including the need for modernization and improved competitiveness. The plan will provide a framework for the sector's development and growth, enabling it to play a more significant role in Tunisia's economy. The Union's efforts to support the sector are crucial to the country's tourism industry.
The meeting of the Land Transport Committee was attended by various stakeholders, including representatives from the tourism transport sector and government officials. The discussion highlighted the importance of collaboration and coordination between the public and private sectors to address the challenges faced by the sector. The Union's strategic plan is expected to be implemented in the coming months.
The adoption of the strategic plan is a significant step towards addressing the crisis in Tunisia's tourism transport sector. The plan will help to improve the sector's competitiveness, enhance the tourist experience, and contribute to the growth of Tunisia's economy. The Union's efforts to support the sector are a positive development for the country's tourism industry.
Key points
- The Tunisian Union of Travel Agencies and Tourism has adopted a strategic plan to address the challenges faced by the tourism transport sector.
- The plan aims to provide urgent and sustainable solutions to the difficulties faced by companies in the sector.
- The sector plays a vital role in supporting the logistics infrastructure of travel agencies in Tunisia.
