Category Archives: Transportation & Logistics

Transportation & Logistics Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Maersk Partners with BANDAI NAMCO to Streamline Logistics Operations in Mexico City

(IN BRIEF) A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) has forged a partnership with global toy manufacturer BANDAI NAMCO to manage its supply chain and logistics operations in Mexico City. Strategically located in the northern part of the city, the distribution center … Read the full press release

Fincantieri Fortifies Innovation Leadership with MIT Industrial Liaison Program Membership

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri, a prominent shipbuilding group, has announced its enrollment in the esteemed Industrial Liaison Program (ILP) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). This membership signifies Fincantieri’s commitment to fostering innovation and staying at the forefront of technological … Read the full press release

Dubai Office Welcomes Mohammad Alamoush as Director of Leasing and Asset Management for MTU Maintenance

(IN BRIEF) MTU Maintenance has appointed Mohammad Alamoush as Director of Leasing and Asset Management at its Dubai office to bolster services in the Middle East. Alamoush brings expertise from his tenure in Amsterdam and anticipates significant fleet transitions in … Read the full press release

Inauguration of Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicle Hub in Stuttgart Signals Shift Towards Sustainable Mobility

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck has officially opened the Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicle Center in Stuttgart, marking a significant milestone in the future of transportation. The state-of-the-art facility, designed for battery and fuel cell-powered commercial vehicles, offers sales, servicing, and rental services … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel Strengthens Cross-Border Road Logistics with City Zone Express Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel has announced its acquisition of City Zone Express, a subsidiary of Chasen Holdings Ltd., expanding its cross-border road logistics services in Southeast Asia and China. City Zone Express, with operations across Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, and China, … Read the full press release

DHL Group Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Logistics Center in Poznan, Poland

(IN BRIEF) DHL Group unveils its new international logistics center in Robakowo, near Poznan, Poland, in collaboration with DHL eCommerce, Post & Parcel Germany, and DHL Freight. Representing an investment of approximately 180 million euros, the facility spans 32,000 sqm … Read the full press release

Enhancing Mining Operations: Sandvik to Supply AutoMine® System to Codelco’s Chilean Mine Project

(IN BRIEF) Sandvik, a global leader in mining solutions, has secured a significant order from Codelco, the world’s largest copper producer. Valued at around SEK 300 million, the order is for Sandvik’s AutoMine® load and haul automation system to be … Read the full press release

Daimler Truck Leads Safety Innovation for European Roadways with Enhanced Vehicle Systems

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck is at the forefront of safety innovation as stricter EU regulations for new trucks, buses, and coaches are set to take effect in July 2024. With its latest safety systems, Daimler Truck not only meets but … Read the full press release

Driving the Future: Bosch and Microsoft Collaborate to Pioneer Generative AI for Advanced Automotive Safety

(IN BRIEF) Bosch, during the Bosch Connected World 2024 conference, announced plans to integrate generative AI into vehicle systems to enhance automated driving capabilities. This initiative aims to improve road safety by enabling vehicles to better assess dynamic road scenarios … Read the full press release

Danish Ministry of Defence Partners with BAE Systems for CV90 Fleet Maintenance

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has inked a 15-year framework agreement with the Danish Ministry of Defence to provide repair and maintenance services for the Danish Army’s CV90 fleet, valued at approximately $400 million. This agreement ensures sustained operational readiness for … Read the full press release

Poland’s Cargounit Invests in Siemens Locomotives for European Rail Modernization

(IN BRIEF) Cargounit, Poland’s leading locomotive leasing company, partners with Siemens Mobility to purchase 30 Vectron locomotives with an option for 60 more, along with 10 Smartron locomotives. The deal aims to enhance cross-border rail transport in Europe. Vectron locomotives, … Read the full press release

New Era for Independent Workshops: ZF Aftermarket Unveils OE-Quality Commercial Vehicle Sensors

(IN BRIEF) ZF Aftermarket has introduced OE-quality sensors for commercial vehicles in the independent aftermarket under its WABCO brand. This marks the first time such high-quality sensors are available to independent workshops, enabling them to perform comprehensive repairs without compromising … Read the full press release

Thales Secures Contract to Provide Advanced Flight Simulators for German Armed Forces Helicopter Training

(IN BRIEF) Thales has signed a significant contract with Airbus Helicopters to supply 8 Full Flight Simulators (FFS) Reality H® for training pilots of the H145M helicopters used by the German Armed Forces. These high-tech simulators offer advanced realism and … Read the full press release

DHL and Formula 1 Extend Partnership to Drive Sustainability in Motorsports Logistics

(IN BRIEF) DHL and Formula 1 have announced a multi-year extension of their partnership, with DHL commemorating its 20th anniversary as the Official Logistics Partner of Formula 1. This collaboration, the longest-standing global partnership in the sport’s history, signifies a … Read the full press release

A Decade of Excellence: BusStore’s Journey to European Industry Leadership

(IN BRIEF) BusStore, a leading European brand for marketing used buses under Daimler Buses, is celebrating its ten-year anniversary since opening its first site in Neu-Ulm, Germany, in February 2014. Over the past decade, BusStore has expanded its network to … Read the full press release

BMT Unveils CAIMEN® Large Design to Enhance Australia’s Amphibious Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) BMT, a global leader in ship design and technical consultancy, has unveiled the CAIMEN® Large design, strategically positioned to bolster Australia’s Landing Craft-Heavy (LC-H) requirements amid the nation’s focus on enhancing amphibious capabilities in littoral environments. Graeme Nayler, … Read the full press release

Jacky Perrenot to Acquire Agediss, Expanding Logistics Dominance in France and Europe

(IN BRIEF) French transport giant Jacky Perrenot has finalized an agreement to acquire 100 percent of the shares in Agediss, a leading 2-man handling specialist for furniture and large-volume goods in France. The acquisition, signed on February 10, 2024, marks … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel Enhances Sea Freight Customer Platform with End-to-End Lead Times

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel has bolstered its seaexplorer customer platform by integrating pre- and on-carriage lead times for both full container loads (FCL) and less than container loads (LCL), offering shippers comprehensive insights into the global shipping network. The platform now … Read the full press release

Driving Toward a Greener Future: Daimler Buses Launches Hydrogen-Powered Mercedes-Benz eCitaro G fuel cell

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Buses introduces the groundbreaking Mercedes-Benz eCitaro G fuel cell at the mobility move 2024 conference in Berlin. This electric articulated bus, featuring NMC3 batteries and hydrogen fuel cell technology, offers an impressive range of up to 400 … Read the full press release

Reflecting on 27 Years: Stagecoach-Supertram Partnership

(IN BRIEF) After a remarkable 27-year partnership, Stagecoach and Supertram in South Yorkshire are parting ways as Supertram operations transition to the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) on March 21, 2024. Throughout their tenure, the Supertram team has provided … Read the full press release

Stagecoach Shortlisted for ‘Employer of the Year’ at 2024 Ex-Forces in Business Awards

(IN BRIEF) Stagecoach, the UK’s largest bus and coach operator, has been recognized as a finalist in the ‘Employer of the Year’ category at the 2024 Ex-Forces in Business Awards for its commitment to employing veterans and building an inclusive … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus Renews Inka Koljonen’s Contract as Executive Board Member

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus SE’s Supervisory Board has extended Inka Koljonen’s contract as Executive Board member for Finance, IT, and Legal Affairs until 2030, effective February 1, 2025. Koljonen, who has been instrumental in MAN’s restructuring and turnaround … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus Appoints Hubert Altschäffl as Executive Board Member for Human Resources

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus SE has announced the appointment of Hubert Altschäffl to its Executive Board, effective April 1, 2024, where he will oversee the human resources department as a member of the board and labor director. Altschäffl … Read the full press release

Hungary Expands Gripen Fleet: Saab Signs Contract for Four New Aircraft

(IN BRIEF) Saab has secured a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to deliver four additional Gripen C fighter aircraft to Hungary. This follows an amendment to an existing agreement dating back to 2001. With this order, Hungary’s … Read the full press release

Austria’s Military Modernization: Skyranger 30 Systems to Bolster Air Defence Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Austria is set to bolster its air defence capabilities with the procurement of 36 Skyranger 30 air defence systems mounted on Pandur EVO 6×6 vehicles from GDELS. This collaboration between Rheinmetall and GDELS marks a significant milestone in … Read the full press release

DHL Group and ICC to Unveil GoTrade Summit Insights at WTO Ministerial Conference

(IN BRIEF) DHL Group and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) are collaborating to host a side event during the 13th World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi. The event aims to share key insights from the GoTrade … Read the full press release

Alstom Commences Production of 52 Modern Metropolis Trainsets for Delhi Metro Phase IV

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has initiated the production of 52 state-of-the-art Metropolis trainsets for the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) Phase IV, following a €312 million contract awarded in 2022. These trains, comprising six cars each, will serve three different lines, … Read the full press release

ABP Hosts ECG Maritime Meeting, Showcasing Automotive Industry Hub

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) is hosting the inaugural ECG Maritime & Ports Working Group meeting at its Grimsby port, a pivotal location in the UK’s automotive sector. ABP’s Humber ports, including Grimsby and Immingham, handle over 700,000 vehicles … Read the full press release

ABP Appoints Francis Paonessa as Capital Projects Director to Drive Growth Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s leading port operator, is intensifying its focus on growth and strategic development with the creation of a new role, Capital Projects Director. Francis Paonessa, with extensive experience in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, … Read the full press release

Green Shipping Advancement: WinGD and Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Finalize Ammonia Fuel System Design

(IN BRIEF) Swiss marine power company WinGD and Japanese shipbuilder Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. have completed the initial design of an ammonia fuel supply system (AFSS) for vessels powered by WinGD’s ammonia-fueled engines. This collaboration aims to develop solutions for … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom Wins Connected and Automated Vehicle Award for Queensland Road Safety Project

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom, a key player in intelligent transportation systems, partnered with the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) for a project in Queensland, Australia. Their collaboration led to the implementation of portable Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems … Read the full press release

Abeking & Rasmussen Unveils Largest Superyacht with Record-breaking Features and Sophisticated Propulsion System

(IN BRIEF) Abeking & Rasmussen, renowned shipbuilders based in Germany, has introduced Liva°, the largest superyacht to date spanning over 118 meters. This masterpiece showcases not only impressive dimensions but also record-breaking features, including a sleek black hull and seamlessly … Read the full press release

Enhancing Flight Safety: Malaysia Airlines Invests in Thales Avionics Technology

(IN BRIEF) Malaysia Airlines has announced a partnership with Thales to equip 20 of its Airbus A330neo aircraft with advanced avionics solutions. This includes Thales’ Flight Management System (FMS) and ACSS’ Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems (T3CAS®). The collaboration marks the … Read the full press release

Maersk Unveils Cutting-Edge Cold Chain Facility in New Zealand’s Golden Triangle

(IN BRIEF) A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) has inaugurated its largest infrastructure investment in New Zealand with the opening of its integrated cold chain facility at the Ruakura Superhub in Hamilton. Costing approximately NZD 140-150 million, the facility offers end-to-end supply chain … Read the full press release

Kalmar Secures Order for Electric and Hybrid Straddle Carriers to Enhance Sustainability at Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam

(IN BRIEF) Kalmar, a subsidiary of Cargotec, has finalized a deal to provide Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam with two fully electric and eight hybrid straddle carriers for its ECT Delta terminal, as part of a fleet renewal initiative. Scheduled for … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom Implements MLFF Tolling System on Vital French Highways

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has been awarded a tolling contract by APRR (Autoroutes Paris-Rhin-Rhône) to implement a Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system on key autoroutes in France. This project involves installing nearly 30 gantries along approximately 430 kilometers of … Read the full press release

Vectron Locomotives: Railpool’s Strategic Investment with Siemens Mobility

(IN BRIEF) Railpool and Siemens Mobility have entered into a significant agreement for the delivery of up to 250 locomotives, with Railpool initially calling up 70 Vectron locomotives. These locomotives, including multisystem and AC variants, will enhance Railpool’s operational flexibility … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel Expands Logistics Operations with New Cross-Dock Centre at Port of Gdansk

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel, a leading global logistics provider, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art cross-dock centre near the Deepwater Container Terminal (DCT) at the port of Gdansk, Poland. Spanning over 3,300 square meters with additional office space, the facility caters to the … Read the full press release

Port of Salalah Welcomes Arrival of State-of-the-Art Ship-to-Shore Cranes as Part of USD 300 Million Upgrade Project

(IN BRIEF) The Port of Salalah has received the first four of ten new ZPMC ship-to-shore cranes as part of its USD 300 million upgrade and expansion project, set to increase annual capacity from 5 million to 6 million TEU … Read the full press release

Alstom Delivers First Indigenously Manufactured Metro Train for Meerut Metro Project

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility, has successfully delivered the first indigenously manufactured trainset for the Meerut Metro project, marking a significant milestone in India’s modernization of intra and intercity rail travel. The train, manufactured at Alstom’s … Read the full press release