The National Federation of Road Transporters (FNTR), a group representing truck drivers and logistics companies in France, has raised serious concerns about the government’s decision to stop financial support for fuel prices. This aid had been helping transporters manage rising fuel costs, which have been a major burden on the industry. Jean-Claude Barcos, president of the FNTR in the Occitanie-Pyrénées region, called the government’s move "almost pushing us to take to the streets," highlighting the frustration and financial pressure facing the sector. The French government announced the end of the fuel price support on Tuesday, with Economy Minister Roland Lescure suggesting that truck drivers could pass on the increased costs to their customers. However, Barcos reacted strongly to this idea, questioning how that could realistically happen. He said, "Pass on what? How to pass it on? It's really messing with the world. It's incredible," emphasizing the confusion and difficulty of passing on higher costs to clients who may not be willing or able to pay more. Barcos pointed out that transporters are in a unique position compared to other professions, such as nurses and home care workers, who have received financial support from the government. He noted that unlike these professions, transporters do not have the same ability to negotiate or pass on costs to customers. Many in the industry, he said, lack the experience or leverage to do so, making the situation even more precarious. He added that a large portion of the transport sector is already struggling financially and may not be able to withstand further pressure. While the government has extended support to other sectors, including fishermen, construction workers, and farmers, transporters feel left out of these efforts. Barcos warned that the current situation is already fragile, with a weak economy making it even harder for transport companies to survive. He predicted a "catastrophe of transport companies" in the coming weeks, as the industry struggles with rising costs and the inability to pass them on to customers, potentially leading to widespread economic consequences.