Kawecki Transport

Kawecki Transport receives universal driver criticism across all reviews. The primary complaints center on financial practices, with systematic and unjustified fuel deductions (500-600 liters monthly claimed) combined with off-the-books wage payments (3,500-6,000 PLN/month, approximately $875-1,500 USD) lacking transparency and legal compliance. The truck fleet is consistently described as old and worn, with management refusing to address maintenance while blaming drivers for excessive fuel consumption. Labor conditions are notably poor, featuring unpaid idle time (7-10 days waiting in Hamburg with multiple crews), no health insurance, language barriers for non-Polish speakers, and discriminatory treatment where new drivers face higher scrutiny. Management is described as corrupt and family-oriented, with reported commissions for hiring/firing decisions. The company primarily operates Poland-Hamburg-Poland container routes (350 PLN exports, 700 PLN imports). Drivers must cover personal expenses including €25 port cards, meals, and drinks. Most concerning are systematic labor law violations: former wages of 8,000-9,000 PLN during non-compliant periods were reduced to 3,500-4,000 PLN under legal scrutiny.