Cost index for road goods transport, Q2.333333333333333333 2008

The total cost index for road goods transport increased by 1.8 per cent from June to July 2008, mainly due to the introduction of a new tariff system for road tolls in Oslo and a considerable rise in diesel prices. Over the last 12 months the total costs for road goods transport have increased by 11.5 per cent.

Jump in ferry and road toll costs

The sub-index for ferry and road toll costs increased by 61.4 per during the last month, as a result of the comprehensive change in the tariff system for road tolls in Oslo from July this year. Over the last 12 months the sub-index for ferry and road toll costs has increased by 63.7 per cent.

Increased diesel prices

Rising crude oil prices resulted in a 3.0 per cent increase in the fuel index from June to July this year. From July 2007 to July 2008 this sub-index has increased by 33.1 per cent.

Decline in capital costs

The sub-index for capital decreased by 0.8 per cent last month, mainly due to a reduction in real interests rates. Over the last 12 months this index, which is composed by depreciation and amortization, interest costs and annual fees, has increased by 5.9 per cent.

Increased administration costs

The administration costs increased by 0.3 per cent from June to July. Over the last 12 months this sub-index has increased by 4.1 per cent.

Tables:

• Table 1 Total cost indices. January 1998=100