On Wednesday, the Brazilian Ministry of Transport announced that it is ramping up enforcement against companies violating the freight table, through the National Land Transport Agency (ANTT). The Freight Table, officially known as the National Policy on Minimum Freight Rates for Road Cargo Transport, was designed to set minimum payment standards for cargo transport services to ensure that costs are covered. Recent reports indicate that enforcement actions have resulted in infractions during approximately 20% of inspections, indicating widespread noncompliance in the industry.

In the first two months of 2026 alone, there were 40,000 recorded infractions, revealing a troubling degree of rule-breaking among transportation companies. The list of offenders primarily includes businesses in sectors such as food, beverages, and logistics, which highlights the challenge faced by regulators in ensuring compliance. The government states that its intensified monitoring aims to provide a fairer operating landscape for compliant operators and safeguard the logistics sector from the adverse effects of extreme price competition that undermines service viability.

Minister Renan Filho pointed out that the current focus is to transform existing fines into more effective deterrents that can prevent further violations. This initiative reflects the government's commitment to enforcing regulations that protect drivers and ensure they receive appropriate compensation for their work. As the crackdown continues, the expectation is that more companies will adhere to the freight table standards, thereby stabilizing the freight rate market and improving overall transport industry standards in Brazil.