Category Archives: Transportation & Logistics

Transportation & Logistics Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Alstom Celebrates Social Value with Inaugural Supplier CSR Awards, Recognizing Leading Companies in the UK and Ireland

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has awarded nine Supplier CSR Awards to companies in the UK and Ireland that are making a positive social and environmental impact. These awards recognize suppliers who have demonstrated leadership in tackling economic inequality, improving health and … Read the full press release

Shopify Integrates DHL for Seamless Global Shipping, Unlocking New Opportunities for Merchants

(IN BRIEF) DHL has expanded its partnership with Shopify to offer millions of merchants a streamlined global shipping solution. Through the pre-integrated DHL service on Shopify’s Shipping platform, sellers can easily access DHL’s logistics network and manage international shipping, including … Read the full press release

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles Reaches 200,000 BharatBenz Truck Milestone, Strengthening Position in Indian Market

(IN BRIEF) Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) has reached a major milestone with the delivery of the 200,000th BharatBenz truck. Since its launch in 2012, the BharatBenz brand has grown significantly, offering a range of trucks and buses tailored to … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Trucks Partners with Spedition W&P to Boost Electric Freight Transport with New eActros 600 Fleet

(IN BRIEF) Spedition W&P, a transport company in Bavaria, has expanded its fleet with 20 new Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 electric trucks, marking a significant move toward sustainable freight transport. This expansion is supported by W&P’s newly opened charging park, equipped … Read the full press release

Expanded Partnership Between DSV and UNICEF to Enhance Access to Critical Supplies for Children in Crisis

(IN BRIEF) DSV has expanded its partnership with UNICEF to enhance emergency support for children worldwide. This collaboration will increase the number of in-kind flights, providing quicker and more efficient access to essential supplies in crisis zones. The two organizations … Read the full press release

Kawczyński Logistics Adds 75 New Mercedes-Benz Actros L ProCabin Trucks to Fleet for Improved Efficiency and Safety

(IN BRIEF) Kawczyński Logistics has expanded its fleet with 75 new Mercedes-Benz Actros L ProCabin 1848 LS trucks, delivered by Sobiesław Zasada Automotive. The new vehicles, which replace older models, are designed for long-distance transport, offering advanced safety features and … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom’s Yana Ekasiwi Appointed Board Member and Deputy VP at ITS Indonesia to Drive International Cooperation

(IN BRIEF) Yana Ekasiwi, Area Sales Manager for Indonesia and Malaysia at Kapsch TrafficCom, has been appointed as a Board Member and Deputy Vice President of International Relations at ITS Indonesia. In her new position, Yana will lead international initiatives … Read the full press release

MAHLE’s Global Biomobility Center Advances Sustainable Mobility with Key Projects in Brazil and Beyond

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE celebrates the first anniversary of its Global Biomobility Center in São Paulo, Brazil, emphasizing its role in advancing biofuels and biomaterials for sustainable mobility. The center has launched eight development projects with customers and research institutes, focusing … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall and Indra Forge Strategic Partnership to Modernize Spanish Armed Forces’ Combat Vehicle Fleet

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall Landsysteme and Indra have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate on armoured vehicle projects for the Spanish Armed Forces. This strategic partnership aims to support the modernization of Spain’s combat vehicle fleet, drawing on Rheinmetall’s … Read the full press release

Stadler to Deliver Eight State-of-the-Art Cogwheel Trains for Scenic Montreux to Rochers-de-Naye Route, Enhancing the Passenger Experience

(IN BRIEF) Stadler will deliver eight new cogwheel trains to Transports Montreux-Vevey-Riviera (MVR) for the scenic route from Montreux to Rochers-de-Naye, set to begin in 2029. Designed for tourists, the new trains feature panoramic windows, first-class compartments, and the latest … Read the full press release

Leoni AG Opens High-Tech Plant in Agadir, Morocco, Creating 3,000 Jobs and Pioneering Sustainable Automotive Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Leoni AG has officially opened its new plant in Agadir, Morocco, designed to produce wiring systems for commercial vehicles. With an investment of over 20 million euros, the facility will create more than 3,000 jobs by 2027 and … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Certifies WINDHOFF’s MPV VentuS® GAF for Compliance with European TSI Standards, Ensuring Safe Operation Across Germany

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland has certified the WINDHOFF MPV® VentuS® GAF as compliant with European TSI standards under the fourth railway package, ensuring the vehicle meets safety and operational requirements for use across Germany. Designed for Deutsche Bahn, the vehicle’s … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel Secures Lead Logistics Provider Role with Evonik Across Asia-Pacific

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel has entered into a lead logistics provider (LLP) agreement with Evonik to manage air, sea, and road transportation across Asia-Pacific. This collaboration will cover key markets including Mainland China, Taiwan, Singapore, South Korea, Japan, New Zealand, Australia, … Read the full press release

Stefan Mecha to Succeed Carsten Intra as Chairman of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Effective July 2025

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has appointed Stefan Mecha as the new Chairman of the Board of Management, effective July 1, 2025. Mecha succeeds Prof. Dr. Carsten Intra, who is retiring after leading the brand through a period of growth, … Read the full press release

Rolls-Royce Celebrates Delivery of 9,000th Jet Engine from Dahlewitz Facility, Marking Key Milestone

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce marks a major production milestone with the delivery of its 9,000th engine from the Dahlewitz facility. The Pearl 700 engine will power a Gulfstream G700, further solidifying the site’s role as a Centre of Excellence for two-shaft … Read the full press release

Rolls-Royce and Sanlorenzo Extend Partnership with Supply of mtu Engines and Systems Through 2028

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce and Sanlorenzo have signed a framework agreement extending their partnership through 2028, ensuring the continued supply of mtu propulsion systems, SCR systems, and automation for over ten yacht models. The collaboration underscores both companies’ commitment to sustainability, … Read the full press release

Bosch Engineering Launches Catenary Assist System to Enhance Rail Safety and Reduce Operational Costs

(IN BRIEF) Bosch Engineering introduces the catenary assist system to improve the safety and reliability of rail operations. By monitoring the pantograph’s position and alerting drivers to any misalignments, the system reduces the risk of damage to the pantograph and … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom and Autobahn GmbH Complete First Phase of Largest Connected Infrastructure Project in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom and Autobahn GmbH des Bundes have completed Phase 1 of Europe’s largest C-ITS project, aimed at improving safety on Germany’s motorways. 1,000 ITS Roadside Stations have been installed to send real-time warnings to vehicles about upcoming … Read the full press release

Scania Expands Powertrain Portfolio with the Launch of the Super 11 Engine, Offering Enhanced Efficiency and Flexibility

(IN BRIEF) Scania has launched the Super 11 engine, a new addition to its Super powertrain portfolio, designed for energy-efficient and weight-sensitive transport operations. The Super 11 is 85 kg lighter than the Super 13 and delivers up to 7% … Read the full press release

BMT Joins BAE Systems Australia and AMT to Offer Superior Anzac Class Support

(IN BRIEF) BMT and BAE Systems Australia have teamed up with AMT to bid for the Anzac Class Design Support Contract. Their combined expertise in naval engineering and their integration of AMT’s long-standing support to the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) … Read the full press release