All News and Features articles – Page 2
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NewsJLR launches Innovation Challenge focused on supply chain mapping
JLR is calling on innovators, start-ups and tech pioneers to join the company in building transparent supply chains for resilient EV production.
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NewsStellantis working with suppliers and dealers to mitigate tariff disruption
Stellantis is working with tier suppliers to move buffer parts stock to the plants in the US and collecting orders for production from dealers to speed vehicle deliveries.
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NewsAudi and BMW call for dismantling of trade barriers in North America
Audi and BMW are facing the prospect of 25% tariffs on vehicle exports from their plants in Mexico to the US and reviewing local content rules and pricing.
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NewsECG gathers stakeholders to discuss EC Action Plan on sustainability
Key stakeholders and policy makers met at the European Parliament on March 18 to discuss the roadmap to decarbonisation and the impact on the finished vehicle logistics sector.
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NewsJaxport completes first stage of $60m berth expansion at Blount Island
Carmakers can look forward to moving more volumes through Jaxport with the first of two berth expansions complete and more room for Toyota at Blount Island.
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NewsEco Napoli brings Grimaldi hybrid green vessel fleet to 14
Grimaldi continues to build its fleet of emission-cutting ro-ro vessels serving the Mediterranean with the delivery of the Eco Napoli which will work between Italy and Turkey.
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NewsHutchinson sell off could propel MSC to top of container charts, says Drewry
The $22.8 billion purchase by BlackRock-TIL of Hutchinson Ports terminals outside China could make MSC the world’s biggest container terminal operator.
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InterviewVinFast’s logistics reinvention strategy powers its European expansion
With a commitment to 24-hour parts delivery and optimised ro-ro shipping, VinFast is enhancing its logistics profile across Europe and ASEAN to meet evolving customer needs.
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NewsEuropean Commission signals retaliation on US steel and aluminium tariffs
This week sees the introduction of global US tariffs on steel and aluminium imports as the Trump administration seeks to bolster US production at the cost of a trade war.
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NewsCMA CGM commits $20 billion to transform US supply chain
The significant investment includes the development of shipbuilding, port infrastructure, automotive logistics platforms and warehousing, as well as air cargo.
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FeatureEurope’s EV supply chain shifts to nearshoring and localisation
Nearshoring and battery localisation are reshaping Europe’s EV supply chain as OEMs navigate costs, tariffs, and Chinese competition.
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NewsBLG signs strategic agreement with Cosco for China vehicle imports
The German port of Bremerhaven will be a hub for vehicle and machinery imports from China following a deal signed between BLG Logistics and Cosco Shipping
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NewsPSA automating container handling at Tuas port
PSA has moved 10m containers through its terminal at Tuas port in Singapore and is using a range of digital technology to automate processes for greater efficiency.
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NewsNYK Line signs 'green corridor’ agreement with Port of Hueneme
NYK Line has signed an MoU with the US west coast port of Hueneme to foster innovation, reduce emissions and promote green technologies for inbound vehicle deliveries.
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NewsUS proposes heavy fees for China-related vessel calls
The United States Trade Representative is proposing to impose steep charges for vessels calling at US ports either owned by Chinese operators or bought from Chinese shipyards.
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AnalysisBMW pioneers hydrogen-powered trucks to transform European freight
BMW’s H2Haul pilot launches hydrogen fuel cell trucks across Europe, enhancing logistics efficiency and sustainability with rapid refuelling and innovation in energy systems.
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NewsGrimaldi builds strong connections between Europe and China
While it strengthens terminal operations in its European network, Grimaldi is also dedicating vessels for the China-Europe trade in EVs.
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FeaturePort Freeport invites OEMs to collaborate: ‘The doors are open’
Port Freeport is expanding to support OEMs, with record vehicle volumes, multimodal links, and new logistics infrastructure.
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NewsRenault exports help boost vehicle trade between Morocco and Europe
Renault led vehicle volume exports from its two plants in Morocco to Europe in 2024, increasing throughput through Tanger Med port
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NewsUECC outlines biofuel strategy for maritime decarbonisation in Europe
UECC is advancing its sustainble strategy for cleaner finished vehicle logistics, helping OEM customers meet regulatory goals in Europe for cleaner maritime transport