As of 1 September 2025, new regulatory provisions regarding the transportation of alloys and mixtures containing lead will take effect, with significant implications for logistics and documentation management of shipments.

At Messaggerie del Garda, as operators specialising in ADR transport, we are already fully compliant with the regulations and ready to support our customers in managing shipments affected by this change.

EU Regulation 2024/197 and regulatory obligations

With the entry into force of EU Regulation 2024/197, many metal alloys (such as brass, bronze, waste materials, or sludge containing lead) will be classified as environmentally hazardous goods and identified with the UN code 3077 according to ADR regulations. Depending on the particle diameter and the percentage of lead content, new ADR classification, labelling, training, and documentation requirements will apply.

Nuove norme per trasporto ADR

What are the impacts for businesses?

The companies involved will have to:

  • Prepare mandatory ADR documentation.

  • Employ ADR-trained and licensed personnel.

  • Use authorised and specialised transporters.

  • Adapt packaging, labels, and vehicles for the transport of environmentally hazardous goods.

How can we support you?

Our ADR team provides:

  • Personalised regulatory advice.

  • Verification of classification thresholds for materials.

  • Complete management of ADR documentation (forms, labels, delivery notes, safety data sheets).

  • Safe transport with certified vehicles and personnel.

  • Coordination with your HSE department or DGSA consultant.

Entry into force and operational recommendations

To facilitate the industry in this transition phase, Italy proposed and obtained the Multilateral Agreement M366, a temporary exemption valid until 31 August 2027.
The agreement allows certain lead alloys to be transported under partial exemption from ADR regulations, provided that specific packaging, labelling and documentation conditions are met.

This transitional regime applies only between the states that have signed the agreement – including Italy and Slovenia – and represents an important step towards ensuring business continuity in compliance with safety regulations.

For information or to plan a preventive adjustment of your logistics procedures, our ADR team is at your complete disposal.