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FeatureNorth American ports review: The best laid plans
Investments in infrastructure and sustainable technology at North America’s main vehicle-handling ports in 2024 will help them deal with more recent trade volatility.
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NewsVolkswagen Group Logistics launches new vehicle terminal at Venice port
Volkswagen Group will open a vehicle terminal in Venice to cut lead times, increase rail use, and reduce emissions on exports to Asia and the Middle East.
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InterviewHow JLR is putting sustainability at the forefront
JLR is cutting freight emissions by using alt fuels and data tools while partnering with suppliers and authorities to decarbonise logistics.
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AnalysisTariff cuts and trade talks: What we know so far
Trump’s new tariff policy could reduce rates for allies, reigniting vehicle trade talks with the EU, UK, China, India and Canada.
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FeatureRenault optimises logistics with circular packaging
Renault is reducing CO2 and logistics waste by embedding circular economy and reuse strategies into its packaging operations.
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NewsSallaum Lines expands ro-ro capacity with new PCTC orders
The shipping firm moves finished vehicles for OEMs like Ford and BMW between the US, Europe and Africa.
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NewsJumping the chip queue
There needs to be greater coordination between the automotive and electronics industries to avoid future shortages in supply, say experts from Bolloré, DB Schenker, DHL and Kuehne + Nagel, along with analysts of the semiconductor sector.
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FeatureLogistics in another dimension for SAIC VW in China
Susanne Lehmann, who leads logistics at SAIC Volkswagen, reveals how the JV has managed lockdowns in China and is advancing digitalisation and supply partnerships
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FeatureRussia’s invasion of Ukraine is a long-term risk for the automotive supply chain
The impacts stretch beyond inflation and corporate retreats to critical shortages upstream for semiconductor and EV supply.
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NewsDB Cargo to open rail hub to transport Toyota vehicles between the UK and Europe using vegetable oil power
Fleets of Toyota cars will be shipped from a new train depot in Nottinghamshire as the UK’s largest rail freight company initiates a double-pronged push towards sustainability.
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NewsAPLL Vascor increases finished vehicle rail capacity
Indian logistics joint venture, APL Logistics Vascor Automotive (APLL Vascor), has increased its fleet of finished vehicle carrying rail wagons to 16 rakes, with an additional four rakes to be delivered this year. Each rake comprises 27 wagons and has capacity for up to 318 passenger vehicles, but can also ...
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NewsDieter Braun takes over as head of brand logistics at Audi
Dieter Braun (pictured) has taken over as head of Audi brand logistics, replacing Steffen Potrafke, who retired from the German carmaker last month. Braun moves from his role as project manager for production of Audi’s product line A0/A, covering the small segment vehicles. Braun has previous roles ...
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NewsRussian carmakers boost exports to help plant capacity
In the first quarter of 2019 Russia exported 22,700 finished vehicles, an increase of 43.3% compared to the same period last year and equal to $307m, according to the Russian Federal Customs Service. Vladimir Bespalov, analyst of the Russian consulting service VTB capital, said a number of ...
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FeatureWhy all eyes are on Israel for AI
In the race to perfect autonomous driving, Israel has proven to be a hotspot of technological innovation – driven, in part, by its military expertise and surveillance tools