Online Survey - Transport Operators E-mail address(Required) In which country is your company headquartered in Europe?(Required)AustriaBelgiumBulgariaCroatiaCyprusCzech RepublicDenmarkEstoniaFinlandFranceGermanyGreeceHungaryIrelandItalyLatviaLithuaniaLuxembourgMaltaNetherlandsPolandPortugalRomaniaSlovakiaSloveniaSpainSwedenOtherPlease specify the country below(Required)Category 1: Reasons for selecting a parking opportunityHow satisfied are you with the current public parking situation for your vehicles in Europe?(Required) Very satisfied Satisfied Neutral Dissatisfied Very dissatisfied What is most important to you in selecting a parking opportunity?(Required) Value and sensitivity of cargo Services for the drivers Security of the drivers Driving and rest time rules Instruction by the client or contractual partner In which cases are you using Safe and Secure Parking Areas?(Required) On a systematic basis Only for specific routes or specific types of cargo Do you have a routing system available for your drivers or a fixed plan for stops?(Required) Yes No Who decides where the vehicle parks?(Required) The dispatcher The vehicle driver Do you think that there is a shortage of rest areas?(Required) Yes No Do you think that there is a shortage of Safe and Secure Parking Areas?(Required) Yes No When your drivers take breaks (45 minutes), where do they usually park their vehicles?(Required) At parking areas that are dedicated to this type of vehicle At rest areas or service stations At lay-bys or pull-off areas At on-street parking spaces Other How often do your drivers take their daily rest in a safe and secure parking area?(Required) Less than 25% Between 25% and 50% More than 50% Where do your drivers usually take their regular weekly rest time (of 45 hours or more) outside of the home base?(Required) Hotel Private accommodation At home Other How often does it happen that a chosen vehicle park has no available space?(Required) Frequently Sometimes Never How do you handle situations where suitable parking spaces are not available during stops?(Required) Instruct drivers to continue driving until a suitable space is found Allow drivers to park in alternative locations temporarily Advise drivers to park anywhere else if no other options are available Provide alternative accommodation for drivers during extended search periods We do not have a specific approach Other How do you ensure that your drivers are aware of the availability of secure parking areas along their routes?(Required) Providing them with a list of recommended parking areas Using navigation systems with parking area information Communication through mobile apps or messaging platforms Not applicable Other How do you assess the quality and reliability of secure parking areas before your drivers use them?(Required) Online reviews and ratings Recommendations from other drivers or colleagues Personal visits or inspections Public websites with information about certified parking areas Not applicable Other How do you communicate with your drivers regarding the availability and location of secure parking areas?(Required) Phone calls Text messages Mobile apps or messaging platforms In-person briefings Other Do you provide any guidelines to your drivers on how to behave when parked (e.g. security training)?(Required) Yes, comprehensive training Yes, basic guidelines No, but we encourage safe parking practices No, not applicable How does the lack of suitable and secure parking facilities affect your business operations?(Required) Significant delays in delivery schedules Increased risk of theft or vandalism Higher insurance costs Increased driver fatigue No significant impact Category 2: PaymentWould you be willing to pay a higher price for parking areas with enhanced security features?(Required) Yes No On average which price would you be willing to pay for a secure parking area?(Required) Up to 15 euros Between 16 and 25 euros Over 25 euros Have you ever had penalties for using unauthorized or unsuitable areas?(Required) Yes No Category 3: Reservation/ route planningHow important is the availability of real-time information about parking area security in your route planning process?(Required) Very important Important Not important Given the options below, which would you prefer for route planning?(Required) A centralised booking system on a European level Several booking systems to chose from A tool to implement in your routing system Do most clients give you instructions on what type of parking areas to use?(Required) Yes No Who makes the final decision on which parking area to use?(Required) Shippers Insurance companies Producers Our company does Is the available information about parking areas reliable?(Required) Yes No Do dynamic information systems on the availability of parking spots improve managing and respecting driving and rest time rules?(Required) Yes No How do you make reservations for a safe and secure parking area?(Required) Online platforms Phone calls Mobile apps Through a parking operator partnership No reservations made Mails Are you satisfied with the current reservation systems available for secure parking areas?(Required) Very satisfied Satisfied Neutral Dissatisfied Very dissatisfied Which improvements would you like to see in reservation systems for secure parking areas?(Required) More user-friendly interfaces Real-time availability updates Integration with navigation systems More payment options Other Category 4: Driver treatmentHow concerned are you about the security and safety of your drivers during overnight stays?(Required) Extremely concerned Very concerned Concerned Not concerned How important is the comfort of your drivers during overnight stays?(Required) Extremely important Very important Important Not important How does the absence of suitable and secure parking facilities impact driver morale and job satisfaction?(Required) Decreases morale and job satisfaction No significant impact Increases stress levels Increases driver turnover Where do your drivers usually spend the night?(Required) Hotel Cabin of the vehicle Other Category 5: Cargo & IncidentsWhat type of cargo do you usually carry?(Required) Very high value High value Medium value Low value Did you have any incidents of theft or vandalism when parking vehicles in unsecure parking areas?(Required) Yes No Did you have any incidents of theft or vandalism when parking vehicles in secure parking areas?(Required) Yes No Category 6: ChallengesWhat is the biggest challenge in the vehicle operator industry?(Required) Driver shortage Insurance price Complying with rules and regulations Theft/ Cargo crime Migrants boarding the vehicles Other What are the biggest challenges you face when recruiting vehicle drivers?(Required) Limited pool of qualified candidates High turnover rate Difficulty in attracting experienced drivers Lack of interest in the profession Other Do you use alternative fuels (hydrogen, electric propulsion)?(Required) Yes No Category 7: wellbeingWhat are the primary reasons for vehicle drivers leaving road transport companies?(Required) Better pay and benefits offered elsewhere Lack of career growth opportunities Poor work-life balance Inadequate support from management Bad working conditions Other Do your drivers have access to wellbeing programmes?(Required) Physical fitness programs (e.g. gym membership, fitness classes) Mental health support (e.g. counselling, therapy) Stress management workshops or resources Nutrition and healthy eating programmes Work-life balance initiatives Financial wellness programmes (e.g. budgeting, retirement planning) None Other Any other observations/recommendations?(Required)
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