Tag: netherlands

Toyota uses VDL Groep hydrogen fuel cell trucks for Europe parts distribution

The OEM is using the trucks for distribution between its European parts centre in Belgium and locations in France, Germany and the Netherlands.

In the latest management change from Stellantis, current COO Antonio Filosa has been promoted to CEO

The resignation of previous CEO Carlos Tavares kickstarted a wave of changes in Stellantis’ boardroom. The appointment of a new CEO could point to a return to stability, as Antonio Filosa brings decades of experience from across several Stellantis brands to the role.

Yusen buys Parts Express to strengthen automotive logistics service

Yusen Logistics division in the Benelux region of Europe has bought out Parts Express, a Dutch provider of aftermarket service parts logistics. Yusen said the buyout would strengthen its logistics services for the automotive industry, a priority sector alongside healthcare and retail.

Grimaldi buys terminal for vehicle imports through Amsterdam

Grimaldi has acquired 20 hectares of space at the Dutch port of Amsterdam with the intention of importing new vehicles to northern Europe.

China’s Nio to expand battery swap network, including overseas

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Nio has said it will expand its battery swap network to approximately 4,000 stations over the next few years. The company currently has 1,021 stations in China, including on eight of the main national highways.

Govin Ranganathan moves to logistics role at Canoo

Govin Ranganathan has moved from his job as head of logistics at US electric vehicle start up, Nio, to take up a new role as director of logistics, materials and transportation at EV maker Canoo.

Vinturas backing blockchain for supply chain visibility

Ceva block train on track from China to Europe

Volvo starts shipments to Europe from Ridgeville

Gefco launches mission control for urgent deliveries

Bridgestone to buy TomTom Telematics

Hanging in the balance

Lower production output, slower growth in export markets and several regulatory and operational issues are threatening to unbalance Poland’s finished vehicle market

Santander improves ro-ro connections with Zeebrugge

Turkish exports continue to rise

Koopman Logistics trials blockchain in the Netherlands

Changes are the only certainty at Ford of Europe

Dirk Willmann, director of material planning and logistics for Ford Europe, outlines how the carmaker is improving visibility and adapting its vehicle logistics network across Europe to better manage customer demand and trade uncertainties.