(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool, in collaboration with the UK Shipping Concierge, organized the Maritime Breakfast Exchange at the British Consulate in Hong Kong, providing a platform for maritime leaders from Hong Kong and the UK to discuss collaborative … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck AG celebrates a monumental achievement with the production of the 1 millionth Freightliner Cascadia heavy-duty truck, marking a significant milestone in the North American trucking industry. Since its debut in 2007, the Cascadia has been at … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
(IN BRIEF) DHL Freight has introduced its first fully electric heavy tractor-trailers, Mercedes-Benz eActros 300, in Germany, marking a significant step towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions in delivery and distribution transport. Deployed at the Koblenz and Hagen sites, these vehicles … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Sara Forsberg, currently serving as the acting manager for Vehicle Development at Scania R&D, has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Chief Technical Officer, and Head of Brand Identity Development, effective May 1, 2024. With a career spanning … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) In the first quarter of 2024, Kuehne+Nagel Group reported a decline in earnings compared to the previous year, citing intensified cost measures amidst a challenging business environment. Despite a slight improvement in demand for transportation services, the company’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Switzerland, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Financial, investment, Kuehne+Nagel Group, Q1 Earnings, Stefan Paul
(IN BRIEF) Logicor, Europe’s leading logistics real estate owner, manager, and developer, has completed the installation of a 532 kWp photovoltaic (PV) plant near Girona, Spain. This initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions by 180 tons annually while providing sustainable … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Spain, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged Logicor, logistics, partnership, Pilar Valencia, Solar Initiative, Spain, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured contracts with Banedanmark and DSB to upgrade Copenhagen’s S-bane network to the highest level of automation, GoA4 technology, by 2030. This upgrade, part of the “Future S-bane” program, aims to enhance capacity, passenger experience, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Denmark, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Automatic Urban Railway, Banedanmark, Copenhagen, DSB, Jürgen Müller, Michael Peter, partnership, S-bane Network, Siemens, Siemens Mobility, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) In April 2024, Daimler Buses handed over 24 Mercedes-Benz Tourismo 15 RHD touring coaches to Autobus Oberbayern GmbH from Munich and Bus-Verkehr Berlin KG (BVB) from Berlin. Each company received 12 coaches, which will be used as team … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Security & Safety, Sports, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Autobus Oberbayern GmbH, Berlin, Bus-Verkehr Berlin KG (BVB), Daimler Buses, European Sporting Event 2024, Mercedes-Benz Tourismo Coaches, Munich, partnership, Till Oberwörder
(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks has reached a significant milestone in electric truck development, successfully charging a prototype of the eActros 600 at a groundbreaking 1,000 kilowatts during internal testing at Wörth am Rhein. This achievement marks the implementation phase of … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Pinellas County, Florida, has chosen Kapsch TrafficCom to lead a project aimed at improving mobility and safety with advanced technology solutions, backed by a USD 4.6 million grant from the Federal Highway Administration. With Pinellas County facing significant … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Dr. Jeff Adler, Kapsch TrafficCom, mobility, partnership, Pinellas County, safety, sustainability, USA
(IN BRIEF) BMT SPARO®, a pioneering air-ground payload transfer device, has secured a pivotal contract with the British Army, signaling a significant advancement in autonomous logistics within the defense sector. This innovative technology allows drones to conduct precise deliveries from … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Electronics & Machinery, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged BMT, BMT SPARO®, British Army, Dr. Steve Wright, Drone Deliveries, James Campbell, partnership, Phil Metcalfe, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Cunard’s illustrious fleet gains a new gem as Queen Anne officially joins during a historic handover ceremony at the Fincantieri Marghera shipyard in Venice. Attended by dignitaries and industry leaders, the event marks the 249th ship under the … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A financing agreement between the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and LTG Link signals a significant step forward for Lithuania’s rail sector. The agreement, totaling EUR 200 million, will facilitate the purchase of nine … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Egidijus Lazauskas, EIB, Electric and Battery Trains, investment, Jeanette Vitasp, Lithuania, LTG Link, Marius Skuodis, NIB, rail electrification, Thomas Östros
(IN BRIEF) During Singapore Maritime Week, DNV awarded Australian company Fortescue with class and statutory certificates for its revolutionary dual-fuelled ammonia-powered ship, the ‘Green Pioneer’. This achievement marked the culmination of a project initiated in 2021, with DNV engaged to … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Knorr-Bremse AG, a global leader in braking systems and rail technologies, announces its acquisition of the conventional rail signalling technology business of Alstom Signaling North America. This strategic move marks Knorr-Bremse’s entry into the rail control, command, and … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) In a move to bolster global disaster relief initiatives, DHL Group announces the expansion of its GoHelp program to Europe. Building on its longstanding partnership with the United Nations, DHL Group aims to address the increasing frequency of … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) has announced a significant upgrade to its ME2 ocean service, now including port calls to key destinations in North Europe such as Rotterdam, Felixstowe, and Bremerhaven. This strategic extension aims to benefit North … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has placed an order for six Airbus H145 helicopters, marking a strategic move towards fleet modernization and consolidation. These helicopters, designated for deployment in Cyprus and Brunei, will replace existing Airbus Pumas, … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Business, Defence, Environment, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged Airbus, H145 helicopter, Lenny Brown, partnership, sustainability, UK Ministry of Defence
(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck’s latest brand, RIZON, announces the Canadian launch of its battery-electric Class 4-5 trucks, marking a significant step towards electrification in the transportation sector. With its debut at Truck World in Toronto and preorders opening in June … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) In a landmark move towards sustainable transportation, the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and LTG Link have sealed a financing deal to procure electric and battery-powered trains. With loans totaling €200 million, nine electric … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Management, News, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Egidijus Lazauskas, EIB, Electric Train, Jeanette Vitasp, Lithuania, LTG Link, Marius Skuodis, NIB, partnership, Rail Revolution, sustainability, Thomas Östros
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