📋 Tender Overview
Infractions were imposed that carry fines of S/ 275.Within the framework of the inspection actions carried out between January and March 2026, the Superintendency of Land Transportation of People, Cargo and Goods (Sutran), an entity attached to the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MTC), identified a total of 89 violations in the Arequipa region for not having fire extinguishers (code S.2.a), a situation that represents a serious risk for the safety of drivers, passengers and other road users.
This lack, considered within the National Transportation Regulation, carries a fine equivalent to 0.05% of the Tax Tax Unit (UIT), that is, S/ 275.
As is known, the absence of fire extinguishers in transport units limits the capacity for immediate response to emergencies such as vehicle fires, which can be caused by mechanical failures, engine overheating or short circuits. In these cases, having an operational fire extinguisher can make the difference between a controlled incident and a situation with major consequences.
According to the consolidated report as of March 31, 2026, the Arequipa region records a total of 267 detected violations. In addition to the infractions linked to the lack of fire extinguishers, other relevant non-compliances have been identified. Among them, 56 cases of service provision without authorization (F1) stand out, reflecting the presence of informal operators in the region. Likewise, 26 violations were recorded due to non-compliance with the technical conditions of the tires (S.4.c), which increases the risk of accidents due to loss of grip or failures on the road.
35 violations have also been detected for not carrying the carriers shipping guide (I.1.c), as well as 14 cases for not transmitting a GPS signal (S.11.b), which affects the traceability of the vehicles and makes supervision tasks difficult. Added to this are 7 infractions related to deficiencies in retroreflective sheets (S.4.b), a key element for the visibility of units on the road, especially at night.
In this sense, Sutran will continue to intensify operations in the Arequipa region, with the objective of preventing risks, protecting the lives of users and promoting a safe transportation service in accordance with current regulations.
Lima, April 23, 2026
