What are Transport Managers ?

Transport managers are the cornerstone of global mobility. They lead operations across maritime, land, and air transport sectors — ensuring safety, efficiency, sustainability and innovation. Beyond technical expertise, they are strategic leaders, committed to people and the planet.

At FICT, we recognize transport managers as the vital link between operational success, ecological transition, and international competitiveness. They are not only responsible for flows of goods and people — but also for driving the future of sustainable logistics and resilient infrastructures.

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Key Competencies

  1. High-Level Expertise
    Mastery of transport law, multimodal systems, digital tools, and safety regulation.

 

  1. Strategic Vision
    Capacity to plan, adapt, and lead in a changing global context.

 

  1. Human Leadership
    Ability to manage teams, encourage innovation and foster well being at work.

 

  1. Dialogue & Advocacy
    Represent the profession in European social dialogue and institutional fora.
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Fict’s Mission

The International Federation of Transport Managers (FICT) aims to:

 

  • Represent transport executives and managers in European and international bodies.
  • Defend high-level qualifications and lifelong training in all modes of transport.
  • Promote sustainable and digital transitions across logistics chains.
    • Ensure transport managers’ voices are heard in public debates and policymaking.

An European & International Voice

FICT is a member of CEC European Managers and participates actively in European social dialogue for transport. We build bridges between national unions, international institutions, and professional networks to make sure that transport managers are recognized as essential players in the future of mobility.

Our presence at the EU level enables us to defend key issues such as working conditions, fair competition, innovation, green corridors, and ports of the future.