The German logistics index took a surprise | trans.info
Dec 18, 2024 · The Federal Logistics Association (BVL), together with the consulting firm PwC, provided an extended commentary on the Q4 logistics index for the first time, as the survey results surprised even the experts.
Supply chains 2025: rising costs and tech disruption | trans.info
Dec 2, 2024 · In exclusive insights shared with Trans.iNFO, FourKites and Ti forecast that 2025 will bring rising road freight rates, driven by persistent inflationary pressures and structural cost increases, despite softer demand.
Modalis unveils the swap body called 'Butterfly' | trans.info
Dec 27, 2024 · Modalis has introduced the Butterfly, an eco-designed open-top 20-ft swap body, at the Green Logistics Expo in Padua, Italy. The container, developed through a European collaboration, features a patented automated roof and recyclable composite panels, addressing key challenges in intermodal logistics while supporting decarbonisation efforts.
DP World buys 47,000 TEU containers | trans.info
Oct 16, 2024 · DP World has announced the acquisition of 47,000 TEUs of containers. The purchase is expected to increase the company's freight capacity and improve service responsiveness. With this acquisition, the containers…
EU truck market shrinks by 7.5% in first 9 months of 2024
Nov 4, 2024 · The European Union truck market recorded a 7.5% decline in new registrations in the first nine months of 2024, driven by a significant drop in heavy truck sales, according to the latest figures from ACEA.
UK LGV driver shortage remains at over 100,000 | trans.info
Nov 11, 2024 · The HGV driver shortage in the UK peaked in 2021 with a shortfall of over 100,000. Nationwide Vehicle Contracts says the shortage will remain unresolved in 2024 as more than half of the drivers are approaching retirement age and there are few young drivers to …
Dates for the 2025 European truck inspections | trans.info
Jan 14, 2025 · ROADPOL has announced the dates for 2025 European truck inspections: 17-23 February, 5-11 May, and 17-23 November.
Transport from China is breaking records | trans.info
Sep 18, 2024 · Despite a decline in trade between China and the European Union, rail freight on Eurasian routes has reached record levels. The reliability of rail transport is gaining more attention amidst global supply chain disruptions and instability in maritime routes.
Spanish lorry drivers plan week-long strike | trans.info
Oct 9, 2024 · The planned walkouts will take place on several dates: 28 October, 11 November, 28 November, 29 November, 5 December and 9 December. If their demands are not met, the drivers will start an indefinite strike on 23 December.
Lorry driver stops work over Lithuanian pay dispute | trans.info
Oct 15, 2024 · A lorry driver working for a Lithuanian haulier parked his truck in a car park in the Netherlands as part of a one-man strike against the exploitation.