Term of the Road Dictionary
TIR system
- Language : PIARC Road Dictionary / English
- Theme : Financial and Legal Tools Law and Regulations
- Definition : International road transport convention facilitating the cross-border movement of goods by simplifying customs procedures. Note: it is based on five essential principles – the five pillars of the TIR system: - secure vehicles or containers; - international chain of guarantee; - a TIR carnet; - mutual recognition of customs control; - controlled access [EN 14943].