Tag Archives: TRANSPORT

Major Road Expansion in Kenya Set to Boost Trade and Sustainability with Support from Team Europe

(IN BRIEF) The upgrade of the Kwa-Jomvu to Mariakani road in Kenya, backed by Team Europe, will transform a two-lane highway into a four and six-lane dual carriageway, improving road safety, reducing emissions, and enhancing regional trade. The €140 million … Read the full press release

Telefónica Earns 11th Consecutive Recognition in CDP’s ‘A List’ for Ongoing Climate Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica has been recognized for the eleventh consecutive year in CDP’s ‘A List’ for its leadership in climate action. The company has successfully reduced its operational emissions by 81% and its value chain emissions by 51%, achieving significant … Read the full press release

EIB Approves PLN 1 Billion Loan to Support Sustainable Urban Projects Across Polish Cities

(IN BRIEF) In 2024, the European Investment Bank (EIB) approved over PLN 1 billion (around €274 million) to support sustainable urban development in Polish cities, including Kielce, Radom, Rybnik, and Chorzów. This financing aims to improve urban infrastructure, transport systems, … Read the full press release

EIB Supports Czech Rail Upgrades with €466 Million Loan to Enhance Sustainability and Safety

(IN BRIEF) The EIB is loaning €466 million to the Czech Republic to upgrade railway infrastructure as part of a larger European effort to improve rail services and meet climate goals. The funding will support key projects such as the … Read the full press release

Stadler to Install New Dual Traction System for Leo Express Following Rail Network Upgrades in Central Europe

(IN BRIEF) Stadler has been contracted to install a new traction system for Leo Express, a private Central European transport company, following recent rail infrastructure upgrades in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The new 25kV/50Hz AC traction system will be … Read the full press release

Volvo Group Takes Bold Step Toward Decarbonization at CES 2025

(IN BRIEF) Martin Lundstedt, CEO of Volvo Group, will deliver a keynote at CES 2025, highlighting the company’s strategy for decarbonizing the transport, mobility, and infrastructure sectors. Emphasizing the urgent need for action, Lundstedt called for accelerated adoption of zero-emission … Read the full press release

EIB Greenlights €5.8 Billion to Drive Global Energy, Transport, and Innovation Advancements

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) Board has approved €5.8 billion in new financing to support various projects across Europe and beyond. This includes €2.2 billion for clean energy and water projects, €1.8 billion for urban development and education, … Read the full press release

Lille Secures €276 Million for Sustainable Transport Revolution: EIB and European Commission Fund Green Mobility Initiative

(IN BRIEF) The Métropole Européenne de Lille has secured a €245 million green loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to modernize its urban transport system, alongside a €31.5 million grant from the European Commission. This joint financing will support … Read the full press release

DSV Strengthens Commitment to Sustainable Transport with Major Volvo Electric Truck Purchase

(IN BRIEF) DSV, a global logistics leader, has entered a significant agreement with Volvo Trucks to purchase 300 electric trucks, marking one of Volvo’s largest commercial orders for electric vehicles. This deal is a crucial step in DSV’s strategy to … Read the full press release

Brau Union Österreich and SPAR Opt for Multimodal Transport with ÖBB Rail Cargo Group

(IN BRIEF) Brau Union Österreich and the SPAR retail chain have embraced multimodal transportation in collaboration with the ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG). This approach combines rail and road transport to create efficient and environmentally friendly door-to-door logistics solutions. Beverages … Read the full press release

Exploring Gulf Stream’s Influence: University of Liverpool’s Research Cruise Investigates Carbon and Nutrient Transport in the Florida Straits

(IN BRIEF) Professor Ric Williams, Chair in Ocean and Climate Sciences at the University of Liverpool, recently led a research cruise to the Florida Straits as part of a £4 million collaborative research project. This project, backed by the Natural … Read the full press release

EU Funded SUNRISE Project to Strengthen Critical Infrastructure Resilience Against Pandemics and Other Risks

(IN BRIEF) The EU has launched the SUNRISE project, which aims to improve the resilience of critical infrastructures in Europe, including transport, energy, water, and healthcare, against the impact of pandemics and other major risks. The project, which is set … Read the full press release

Emily Tan to succeed Kevin Chow on the helm of Thales operations in Singapore

Hailing from global energy giant Shell, Emily brings over twenty-five years of international management experience gained from both the public and private sectors. Emily will lead Thales’ 2,000-strong employee base in Singapore, and drive the company’s strategic growth across wide-ranging … Read the full press release

Otto Schacht, Kuehne + Nagel International AG: Kuehne+Nagel will use biofuel to save the emissions of 40,000 TEUs

First of several advanced biofuel volumes secured for Kuehne+Nagel’s biofuel concept Available to customers on any trade and on any service True decarbonisation by 100% CO2e avoidance (PRESS RELEASE) SCHINDELLEGI, 8-Aug-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Kuehne+Nagel (SWX: KNIN), one of the … Read the full press release

Otto Schacht, Kuehne + Nagel International AG : Kuehne+Nagel utilisera du biocarburant pour économiser les émissions de 40 000 EVP

Premier de plusieurs volumes de biocarburants avancés obtenus pour le concept de biocarburant de Kuehne+Nagel Disponible pour les clients sur tout commerce et sur tout service Véritable décarbonation en évitant 100% de CO2e (COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) SCHINDELLEGI, 8-Aug-2022 — /EuropaWire/ … Read the full press release

SHV Holdings subsidiary Mammoet has announced the completion of the world-first electric-powered heavy transport

For Mammoet, the energy transition begins at home (PRESS RELEASE) UTRECHT, 28-Apr-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — SHV, one of the world’s largest private trading groups, has announced that its subsidiary Mammoet, a global market leader in engineered heavy lifting and transport, … Read the full press release

Mammoet, filiale de SHV Holdings, a annoncé l’achèvement du premier transport lourd électrique au monde

For Mammoet, the energy transition begins at home (COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) UTRECHT, 28-Apr-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — SHV, one of the world’s largest private trading groups, has announced that its subsidiary Mammoet, a global market leader in engineered heavy lifting and … Read the full press release

Eni et Air Liquide s’associent pour des solutions de décarbonisation dans la région méditerranéenne de l’Europe

(COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) SAN DONATO MILANESE, 21-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Eni (BIT : ENI), une multinationale italienne de l’énergie axée sur l’innovation, l’efficacité et l’accessibilité pour tous, et Air Liquide, un monde leader des gaz, technologies et services pour l’industrie et … Read the full press release

Eni and Air Liquide partner over decarbonization solutions in the Mediterranean region of Europe

(PRESS RELEASE) SAN DONATO MILANESE, 21-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Eni (BIT: ENI), an Italian multinational energy company with focus on innovation, efficiency and accessibility for all, and Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and … Read the full press release

Ericsson’s Cloud RAN now fully compliant with 3GPP and GSMA security requirements

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 10-Jan-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC), a Swedish multinational networking and telecommunications company, has announced that its Cloud RAN offering has passed the independent Network Equipment Security Assurance Scheme (NESAS) audit thus making it fully compliant … Read the full press release