Category Archives: Transportation & Logistics

Transportation & Logistics Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Nokia unveils first 5G radio for 1900 MHz band to accelerate global rollout of FRMCS in railways

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has launched the industry’s first commercial 5G radio for the 1900 MHz band alongside its optimized 5G standalone core for railways, setting the stage for the transition to the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS). Designed to … Read the full press release

Deka Immobilien acquires LEED Platinum certified logistics centre in Ticino for WestInvest InterSelect fund

(IN BRIEF) Deka Immobilien has completed its first logistics property acquisition in Switzerland with the purchase of the GXO Sant’Antonino distribution centre in Ticino for the WestInvest InterSelect fund. Built in 2013, the 50,000 m² property is fully leased to … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility to fully automate Paris Metro Line 13 with CBTC GoA4 by 2032

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured a contract from RATP to deliver its CBTC GoA4 driverless automation system for Paris Metro Line 13, one of the city’s busiest routes. The project, backed by Île-de-France Mobilités, will include a new operations … Read the full press release

Gasum and Viking Line strengthen FuelEU Maritime pooling with bio-LNG powered vessels on the Baltic Sea

(IN BRIEF) Gasum and Viking Line have partnered to expand FuelEU Maritime pooling by running Viking Glory and Viking Grace on bio-LNG, significantly boosting the supply of compliance credits. Operating between Turku and Stockholm, the vessels now use 50% bio-LNG, … Read the full press release

New Maersk hub in Poland strengthens company’s regional presence and taps into Warsaw’s talent base

(IN BRIEF) Maersk has inaugurated a new service centre in Warsaw’s Wola district, marking a major milestone in its European expansion. The office, launched on 21 August, will enhance customer service, centralise operations, and provide multilingual support for Maersk’s diverse … Read the full press release

Mumbai Metro Line 4 to feature Alstom-built driverless trains and digital signalling under new L&T contract

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has been awarded contracts worth several hundred million euros by Larsen & Toubro to deliver 39 driverless Metropolis trainsets, advanced CBTC Urbalis Forward signalling, and five years of maintenance for Mumbai Metro Line 4. The 35.3 km … Read the full press release

Egypt partners with DNV, Siemens and Enxpert to modernize 7,000 km pipeline network with digital technologies

(IN BRIEF) EGPC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with DNV, Siemens, and Enxpert Energy to digitally modernize Egypt’s 7,000 km petroleum pipeline network. The three-phase program will introduce Digital Twin models, predictive analytics, theft detection, and real-time monitoring through … Read the full press release

Stadler wins €94 million follow-up order from Stockholm Transport to expand Roslagsbanan fleet

(IN BRIEF) Stadler has secured a new order from Stockholm Transport (SL) for ten additional X15p electric multiple units worth 94 million Swiss francs, expanding the fleet on the Roslagsbanan railway. The narrow-gauge line, connecting Stockholm’s northeastern suburbs to the … Read the full press release

Coralius marks 1,000th bunkering as Gasum expands LNG and bio-LNG operations in maritime sector

(IN BRIEF) Gasum’s LNG bunkering vessel Coralius has marked its 1,000th operation with a delivery to the MSC Euribia at the Port of Kiel, Germany, after supplying over 270,000 metric tons of LNG since 2017. Originally the first vessel purpose-built … Read the full press release

Continental awarded Kalmar’s 2025 Sustainability Award for advancing greener supply chains and innovative tire solutions

(IN BRIEF) Continental has received the “Sustainability Award 2025” from Kalmar in recognition of its leadership in environmental responsibility, supply chain transparency, and sustainable product innovation. The award, presented at Kalmar’s Supplier Day in Szczecin, Poland, is based on Continental’s … Read the full press release

Landmark M&S supply chain investment brings 1.3m sq ft sustainable distribution hub to Northamptonshire

(IN BRIEF) Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced a £340 million investment in a new automated National Distribution Centre (NDC) in Northamptonshire, marking the largest supply chain investment in its history. The 1.3 million sq ft facility, opening in 2029, … Read the full press release

KBR and BMT form partnership to enhance long-term sustainment and readiness of Royal Australian Navy platforms

(IN BRIEF) KBR and BMT have entered into a strategic partnership to strengthen maritime sustainment for the Royal Australian Navy, combining KBR’s program management and engineering expertise with BMT’s naval engineering, assurance, and asset management capabilities. The collaboration focuses on … Read the full press release

Webuild Group expands role in Salerno–Reggio Calabria high-speed railway with €1.6 billion Paola–Cosenza contract

(IN BRIEF) Webuild Group, leading a consortium with Ghella, Pizzarotti, and SELI, has secured a €1.6 billion contract to construct the Paola–Cosenza doubling section of the Salerno–Reggio Calabria high-speed railway, with its share valued at 60%. The project covers 22.2 … Read the full press release

Scania Launches 20,000km European Roadshow to Showcase Six Electric Truck Models and Charging Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Scania has launched The Electric Journey: An Optimisation Road Show, a four-month, 20,000km tour across 13 European cities showcasing six different electric truck models for applications ranging from urban delivery to refuse collection. Starting in Denmark and concluding … Read the full press release

EIB to Support Czech Republic with PPP Advisory for Strategic Rail Projects Linking Prague, Moravia, and European Corridors

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank will provide Správa železnic with 27 months of advisory support for three major Czech railway PPP projects, including the Prague Airport rail link and high-speed connections in Moravia. Fully funded by the InvestEU Advisory … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils aContact Tire Range for Autonomous Fleets, Debuting in Las Vegas and San Francisco

(IN BRIEF) Continental has launched its aContact tire line, designed specifically for autonomous vehicle fleets, with initial deployment in US cities including Las Vegas and San Francisco. The tires combine safety, durability, and efficiency, offering features such as robust sidewalls, … Read the full press release

EBRD Backs New Polish Private Equity Fund with €20 Million to Boost Tech-Driven SMEs in Central and Eastern Europe

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has invested €20 million in the newly launched Spire Capital Partners Fund I, helping the Polish-based fund reach its €90 million target and focus on tech-enabled SMEs in Poland and central and eastern Europe. The fund … Read the full press release

New Mural Funded by ABP Southampton Celebrates History and Capabilities of 17 Port and Maritime Regiment

(IN BRIEF) ABP Southampton has funded a new mural at the 17 Port and Maritime Regiment’s Junior Soldiers’ Dining Facility, honouring the history and achievements of Army Maritime operations. Spanning three walls, the artwork depicts the Regiment’s involvement in major … Read the full press release

ABP Strengthens Humber Property Team with Appointment of Ben Wood and Stephen Robinson as Lead Asset Managers

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports has appointed Ben Wood and Stephen Robinson as Lead Property Asset Managers for its Humber property team, enhancing its capacity to develop and manage its extensive land portfolio. Operating from ABP’s Hull and Immingham offices, … Read the full press release

Stadler to Supply Ten More FLIRT Akku Battery Trains to Strengthen Lokaltog’s Green Rail Fleet in Eastern Denmark

(IN BRIEF) Stadler has secured an order from Lokaltog A/S for ten more FLIRT Akku battery-powered trains, following an option in their 2024 contract. Entering service in 2029, the new units will replace Denmark’s aging IC2 trains and strengthen zero-emission … Read the full press release