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In light of the current political and economic developments, the mood in the European transport and logistics branch remains somewhat subdued. However, the crises have taught the logistics industry the [...]

Figuring out how to emerge from this ongoing maelstrom will remain a challenge for shippers everywhere in 2024. With that in mind, let's focus a few areas around the globe [...]

Considering all that has taken place, our European correspondent reports that the logistics industry in Europe has responded well to the generational disruptions experienced over the past few years. Through [...]

Supply chains worldwide will continue to be caught between politics, economics and ecology in the future. Whether there will be more regionalization or nearshoring remains to be seen. The question [...]

The transport and logistics industry in Europe started into the new year with high expectations. There was great hope of finally getting out of the crisis mode after COVID restrictions [...]

It's clear that the pandemic has exposed the vulnerability of global supply chains--a problem the logistics industry will continue to face this year. A high degree of flexibility and close [...]

Even months after Brexit, there's still much that needs to be clarified. In the meantime, some businesses and politicians are already calling for further negotiations. We take a look at [...]

What a year. The COVID-19 pandemic set in and made a massive impact on global trade and amplified existing logistics challenges around the world; lockdowns triggered rapid growth in e-commerce, [...]

Our European correspondent explores seven key areas that U.S.-based global shippers will need to keep a keen eye on as they roll into another year of forecast uncertainty. Last year [...]

If there is no negotiated separation to regulate trade between the U.K. and the European Union (EU) when the U.K. decides to leave the EU, there would be what is [...]

The evolution of autonomous vessels and the need for improved liquid natural gas (LNG) transport and delivery are shaping the future of European logistics--and opening new doors for cooperation between [...]

It continues to be a time of much uncertainty in Europe. The U.S. tax reform is putting more pressure on Europe at the same time that the European Union (EU) [...]

The British vote on June 23rd to leave the European Union (EU) has created a lot of uncertainty within the freight transportation and logistics industry. In starting the legal withdrawal [...]

Our European correspondent examines how the region's ongoing migration issue has affected freight transportation and logistics and how shippers and service providers are responding to overcome the bottlenecks., The European freight transportation and logistics sector is under pressure. The flood of refugees and migrants into Europe continues to be a major international issue as we roll into 2016. [...]

Our European correspondent offers U.S. shippers examples of how the logistics industry-hand in hand with government--has responded to the consumer demand for convenience, while keeping cargo flowing from the port [...]

While the European economy is combating the Greek debt crisis and the EU Commission is calling for unity, the transport and logistics industry is sticking to the motto: 'business as [...]

While the first half of 2013 showed some signs of cautious optimism, the Euro crisis is still hampering the European logistics and transportation landscape. However, measures are currently underway to [...]

Today, the U.S. and the European Union (EU) together represent nearly 50 percent of the global economy--although they only represent 11.8 percent of the global population. President Obama announced in [...]

The list of economic woes throughout Europe continues to grow: There's a slowdown in production; increasing unemployment rates; and a fear of rising financial debts and the long-term impact that [...]

The list of economic woes throughout Europe continues to grow: there's a slowdown in production; increasing unemployment rates; and a fear of rising financial debts and the long-term impact that [...]

It's been a turbulent eight months for European carriers, service providers, and ports as they faced rising fuel prices, the aftermath of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami, political unrest in [...]

Today more than 80 percent of international cargo is transported on sea routes. More and more, seaports are serving as multimodal hubs and distribution and logistics centers for global transportation [...]

With the globalization of the automotive industry, Europe's vehicle logistics providers have had to learn to think in new terms of lean distribution, reduced order-to-delivery times and greater production flexibilty. [...]

The article focuses on Europe's transport and logistics industry faces new challenges.

The euro, a new bridge linking Sweden with the mainland, and EU leadership Roles for Sweden and Denmark are bringing Scandinavia into the fold. Among the Nordic countries-- Norway, Denmark, [...]

Motor carriers worry that their high operating costs put them at a disadvantage compared to competitors from the Continent. The United Kingdom's economy remained robust in 2000, posting 3.0-percent growth [...]

Changes in transportation policies are likely to help drive economic growth in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. The economy in the Benelux countries prospered again in 2000, posting GDP growth [...]

German transporters welcome the euro but worry about their cost disadvantage. The German economy prospered again in 2000. The country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) increased at a rate of 3.0 [...]

All the major ports from Le Havre to Hamburg have profited from the growth in world trade and increased their cargo volumes in 2004. At times, volumes grew so quickly [...]

The article focuses on global freight networks to rapid e-commerce growth, the logistics industry and its service providers around the world have demonstrated how flexible and systemically relevant they are as they keep the global supply chain flowing. Topics include the views of chief executive Alexandre de Juniac of the International Air Transport Association, on the safely delivering COVID-19 vaccines will be the mission of the century for the global air cargo industry. INSET: Dagmar Trepins..

In 2003, the European airfreight industry was challenged by the Iraq war, SARS scares, the weakness of the economy, and ongoing security concerns. Thanks to measures taken by the four [...]

The article report that the European correspondent explores seven key areas that the U.S. based global shippers which will need to keep a concern on as they roll into another year of forecast uncertainty. Topics discussed the air cargo industry certainly had a bumpy ride in 2019 due to the effects of the trade war between the U.S and China, and the deterioration in global trade, and a broad-based slowdown in economic growth.

Last year was a successful one for Deutsche Post World Net (DPWN). For the first time ever, the company broke the 40 billion € ($48.6 billion) revenue barrier with a [...]

The Dutch TPG Group introduced a new corporate strategy in 2003 to run its operations more as a single company. Although the individual businesses will continue to be managed within [...]

For all the major European players in the express, parcel, and postal markets, 2003 was a year of upheaval characterized by economic and political uncertainties. Liberalization of the mail sector [...]

The imminence of terrorism is a constant fear in France. The tragic events of September 11 provoked a discussion on security in France again and raised the question, whether security [...]

After the explosion of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland in December 1988, the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) decided on new stringent security regulations covering all aspects of [...]

Distribution and logistics centers in the United Kingdom generally are located close to airports and major highway intersections. Of the four London airports, London Heathrow-Europe's second-largest cargo airport-handles the largest [...]

Germany's long-term emphasis on foreign trade means that comprehensive logistics services for shipments by air and sea are particularly important to its economy. Efficient transportation connections, smooth handling, and fast [...]

The Scandinavian countries have strengthened their position in the global marketplace now that new initiatives in the Oresund region offer many opportunities for business and logistics growth. Formal links between [...]

When it comes to deciding on a site for logistics operations, the Netherlands remains one of the most favored locations in Europe, especially for U.S. companies. Nearly 57 percent of [...]

The article looks at Europe's transport and logistics industry in terms of autonomous vessels for liquid natural gas (LNG) transport and delivery. According to the author, the evolution of the autonomous vessels will increase the business cooperation between the European Union, the U.S., and several other countries.

The article discusses the impact of politics in the logistics industry. The author highlights the concerns of cargo carriers and logistic services providers on Great Britain’s exit to the European Union (EU) and U.S. President Donald Trump’s refusal to follow the rules of the World Trade Organization by placing sanctions on products from EU member countries.

The article discusses the efforts of leading European carriers, third-party logistics providers, and ports to strive for growth despite the European crisis, hence, reporting a moderate success for the first half of the year. It states that they are attempting to improve on infrastructure, service and sustainability to ride out the crisis. A chart showing the external trade, % change from pre-crisis peak for June 2008 is presented. INSET: Geodis Wilson's Kim Pedersen discusses Europe's ongoing economic.

The article focuses on a report from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development's "International Transport Forum," which highlight concerns on the decline in the European Union-27 (EU-27). DB Mobility Logistics AG executives say that the company's revenue increased by 3.3 percent during the first half of 2012, while Deutsche Post DHL reported revenues of €13.7 billion for the second quarter of 2012.

Reports on developments related to infrastructure of ports in Europe as of May 2002. Development of the London Gateway Terminal by the P&O Ports and Shell; Achievement of Amsterdam Port Authority for cargo transshipment; Plans of Oslo port authority to extend port facilities.

An interview with Thomas Wimmer, chairman of the executive board of German logistics association BVL, is presented. He says that the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) will open up new markets for both the U.S. and Germany as it is designed to reduce barriers of trade and simplify standardization processes. He also emphasizes that the biggest challenges for logistics industry are the pressure of costs, increasing expectations of customers, and the lack of skilled employees.

Reports developments related to the security of freight transportation in Germany. Comments by air transport companies concerning the security standards adopted by individual firms; Enhancement of security demands of passenger aircraft and freight equipment; Increase of vigilance on cargos at Munich Airport.