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Automotive Inbound Logistics Survey 2025

The Automotive Inbound Logistics Survey 2025, in partnership with DP World, explores automotive inbound logistics, diving deep into the pertinent issues around tariffs, costs, digitalisation, and investment. Join the survey, win a prize, and gain access to vital insights on the challenges, constraints, and opportunities the sector faces.Take the survey

DP World is expanding its ro-ro services to a new level of scale and efficiency

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with DP WorldDP World is scaling up its investment in efficient ro-ro operations and advanced technologies to meet growing global vehicle demand and deliver connected, sustainable services, suitable for OEM customers.

Suardiaz Shipping Lines invests in sustainable vessels for Atlantic ro-ro services

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with Suardíaz GroupSuardiaz Shipping Lines, the maritime division in Suardiaz Group, is investing in sustainable vessels and route optimisation to decarbonise finished vehicle, high & heavy, and trailer services on its European Atlantic service between North Africa and Europe

How MSC is driving efficiency and sustainability in automotive logistics with intermodal solutions and customer-focused supply chain strategies

Ahead of ALSC Europe 2025, Johanna Wrage, global accounts automotive deputy manager at MSC discusses company’s role in enhancing global automotive supply chains through intermodal solutions and customer-centric service.

Breaking new ground: How Helrom’s Block Train is transforming Audi’s supply chain network

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with Helrom.Helrom is redefining supply chain logistics with an innovative intermodal system that slashes emissions and improves efficiency.

Smarter logistics, lower emissions: How digital tools are reshaping automotive supply chains

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with DP World.The global inbound supply of automotive parts needs to be quicker, cleaner and ready to deal with dwell and disruption, something DP World is supporting with the latest digital technology, according to Kai Olschner, global vice-president of Supply Chain Engineering.

Watch: Dr Rainer Kiefer discusses cost pressures, supply chain resilience, and the future of global automotive logistics

Ahead of ALSC Europe 2025, DB Schenker’s Dr Rainer Kiefer explains how the logistics company is tackling supply chain costs, disruptions, and nearshoring trends in the fast-changing automotive industry.

Watch: CNW Global’s strategy for resilient automotive supply chains

With global disruptions on the rise, agility and resilience are key to navigating supply chain challenges. Ahead of ALSC Europe 2025, Thomas Blank, vice president, EMEA at CNW Global shares how the company bridges the gap between planning and execution. He discusses industry challenges, CNW’s approach to supply chain integrity, and key trends shaping the future.

Port Freeport strengthens automotive logistics with record growth, new infrastructure, and multimodal connections

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with Port FreeportWith soaring vehicle and container volumes, Port Freeport is investing in capacity, multimodal links and nearshoring-driven growth.

Harnessing technology and human expertise to build resilient automotive supply chains

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with Priority FreightIn the fast-paced and demanding world of automotive logistics, businesses face the challenge of balancing technological innovation and the value of human expertise. With tight timelines, fluctuating supply chains, and mounting complexities, the need for precision, reliability, and adaptability has never been greater.

A more sustainable service with Suardiaz Group

This content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with Suardiaz GroupCustomised integral logistics provider Suardiaz is making its inbound and finished vehicle logistics services more sustainable through a combination of new truck and vessel technology, optimised route planning, including mixed short-sea loads, and the adoption of alternative fuels.

DP World’s new automotive head on shaping EVs, aftermarket and resilient supply chains

This content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with DP WorldDavid D’Annunzio, global vice president and vertical head for Automotive at DP World shares his vision for automotive supply chains.

Nearshoring and sustainable packaging strengthen North American supply chains

This content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with CHEPTrade regulations, combined with the need for supply chain resilience and cost savings, are driving nearshoring in North America. CHEP’s director of automotive, Patrick Mahoney, shares with Automotive Logistics how the company’s share-and-reuse packaging services support this trend.

Red Sofa Interview | Criss Edwards, Unipart on transforming the auto industry

Criss Edwards, President and Managing Director North America at Unipart spoke with our Chief Content Officer Christopher Ludwig at the ALSC Global 2024 on how Unipart and the broader 3PL industry will continue to evolve and support OEMs in this new era.

DP World’s strategic vision for finished vehicle logistics

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with DP WorldPutting cars in containers has proven to be a valuable alternative to capacity-strapped ro-ro and multilevel rail transport and it is just one way that DP World is enhancing service capabilities for its automotive customers, writes Christoph Seitz, global vice-president of finished vehicles.

CN rail invests in North America’s future

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with Canadian NationalCanadian National Railway (CN) has been expanding in recent years, through investing in its infrastructure and network capacity, strengthening cross-border operations and integrating new technologies. Throughout all of this, CN is adapting to electrification and evolving to service EVs while improving sustainability.

The global shift from reactive to proactive supply chains

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with TransVoyantReal-time and predicted intelligence from continually streaming global data is the only way to get ahead in the automotive supply chain

Localising EV supply chains isn’t a trend, it’s a necessity

Recent years have illuminated the fragility of global supply chains, with the Covid-19 pandemic serving as a stark example of the challenges faced by industries worldwide, including the electric vehicle (EV) sector. The pandemic underscored the perils of dependence on extensive, international supply networks, especially for critical components such as the batteries and microchips required for EV manufacturing.

Standard Trucking enters automotive logistics with Ukrainian emergency logistics expertise

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with Standard TruckingWith a decade of experience in freight across a variety of sectors, and a two-year-long humanitarian aid effort to provide and move containers of emergency supplies to Ukraine, Standard Trucking is ready to prove itself to the automotive sector.

Ticking all the right boxes at CHEP

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with CHEPThe packaging sector can look forward to the increased use of sustainable materials, more recyclability and the continued integration of smart technologies, according to Murray Gilder, vice president, Automotive at packaging provider CHEP

Red Sofa Interview | Vinturas’ Ronald Kleijwegt on interoperability and private blockchain in automotive logistics

At the inaugural ALSC Digital Strategies North America, Kleijwegt took to the Red Sofa to discuss the importance of interoperability in the digitalisation of the supply chain, and the barriers that can come into play.

Transforming auto shipping: Navigating global challenges with containerisation

Tight ro-ro capacity has led to an increase in the volume of finished vehicles shipped by container but the advantages of doing so suggest a wider adoption which experts in the field say could be here to stay

Transforming automotive supply chains by navigating complexities

Beat Simon, group chief commercial officer for logistics at DP World, looks at some of the big changes currently affecting the global automotive supply chain and the strategies logistics providers need to put in place to support customers through the transformation.

Competition takes repair services to the next level

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Manufacturing Solutions in partnership with DRS GroupThe automotive repair industry has been stagnant for some time, and more competition is needed to drive innovation, cut customer costs and improve services. World Record Holder in hail damage repair, DRS Group, wants to change that.

Ensuring resilience amidst supply chain disruptions

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was paid for by Priority Freight and produced in partnership with Automotive LogisticsFacing unprecedented supply chain disruptions, from global shipping crises to extreme weather, the automotive logistics sector turns to innovative solutions like Priority Freight. With tailored resources and rapid response, they ensure the wheels of the industry keep turning, no matter the challenge

Whitepaper: Partnerships in automotive logistics

Discover the growing imperative for industry collaboration to achieve operational efficiencies, capacity enhancement, adapting to EVs and sustainability

Global shipping solutions with trust on board

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was paid for by Sallaum Lines and produced in partnership with Automotive LogisticsWe explore how international ocean transportation company Sallaum Lines has carved a niche as a leading expert in roro cargo shipping services on a global scale.

A logistics vision for our time

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was paid for by Agillence and produced in partnership with Automotive LogisticsDelivering increased cost-effectiveness and efficiency to carmakers including Toyota and Nissan, Agillence software and systems increasingly provide visibility right down to tier N supplier level, says Srini Paruchuri.

Pre-empting and preventing shipping damage in FVL

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was paid for by AutoVentive and produced in partnership with Automotive LogisticsGreater importance has been placed on tracking software in recent years by OEMs and logistics firms, particularly with the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), to help ship vehicles in an easier, more sustainable and more efficient way. Now, AutoVentive says logistics software can help OEMs identify and prevent damage in shipping – before it even happens.

A new concept for the intermodal supply chain

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was paid for by Helrom and produced in partnership with Automotive LogisticsHelrom CEO Roman Noack believes the company’s innovative trailer wagon enables automotive suppliers to access the truck transport of the future, today.

Packaging parts for a changing market

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was paid for by Sealed Air (SEE) and produced in partnership with Automotive LogisticsFrom providing DIY repair parts for an increasingly older parc to protecting fragile and lightweight EV-related components, SEE (previously named Sealed Air) says the packaging you choose is essential in saving cost, reducing waste and ensuring customer satisfaction.

How vehicle tracking tech can add visibility to outbound logistics

PARTNER CONTENTThis content was paid for by Cognosos and produced in partnership with Automotive LogisticsEvery company in the automotive logistics sector has a goal to cut the time and effort it takes to get vehicles through the supply chain and into the hands of the end user. Inbound logistics has been using tracking tech to speed up this process, but Cognosos says finished vehicle logistics is catching up – and could be set to overtake it.

Whitepaper: The ROI Alignment Advantage: Improving FVL Efficiency and Profitability

When Vehicles are located more quickly and accurately, cost and inefficiencies decrease and the benefits affect the entire FVL supply chain: OEMs, Vehicle transportation companies, dealerships, and ultimately, customers benefit.

Whitepaper: Optimizing Global Operations and Supply Chain for Automotive Manufacturing with MQTT Sparkplug

Are you looking for a fool-proof solution to overcome connectivity challenges and bridge OT and IT systems so you can optimize global operations and supply chain? Many forward-thinking companies are using MQTT Sparkplug to this end. Read this whitepaper to learn more.

Solving EV challenges with smart manufacturing and logistics

Siemens discusses how the latest digital tools are enabling the transition to e-mobility and explains why these are now essential to OEMs and tier suppliers if they are to create transparent, sustainable supply chains

Driving toward the circular economy

Fewer than one in five automotive firms would consider investing in packaging to improve efficiency and sustainability across their supply chain. Why is this number so low?

Adapt and overcome in the year ahead

The automotive industry has been hit by a series of disruptions, from pandemic to war, so what is the outlook for automotive supply chains in 2023? Andrew Austin, group operations director at Priority Freight, says OEMs need the services of a complete end-to-end logistics provider

Watch: Renault’s Digital Supply Chain Transformation

Watch how Renault is streamlining global logistics with real-time visibility with Shippeo, and learn more about how the automotive industry can create more predictive, automated supply chains.

Watch: Right Parts, Right Place, Right Time with Mercedes-Benz

In this Automotive Logistics Livestream on June 22, 2022 Mercedes-Benz USA experts from IT and aftersales logistics share how they are partnering with Blue Yonder to resolve inventory shortages before they impact the customer experience and using data analytics to create more predictive, dynamic and resilient supply chains.

A gateway for growth in the Gulf

Carmakers looking for a quick and cost-effective port to move their vehicle volumes in and out of the southern US have a new option at the port of Mobile on the Alabama coast, featuring a fully equipped terminal run by AutoMobile International Terminal

Optimising capacity with accurate ETAs

ICL, a leader in finished vehicle logistics software provider with 30 years of experience, has worked across the outbound supply chain to optimise operations using advanced ETAs to each node in the route along which a vehicle is delivered

[Whitepaper] Tracking every part – How RFID enables better automotive supply chain visibility

Download this whitepaper to learn how using RFID technology for automated parts identification can help automotive manufacturers mitigate supply chain disruption, reduce inventory, better manage variety and ultimately increase profits.

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Reflections on AI, collaborations and sustainability in the automotive supply chain

Are sustainability and cost efficiency mutually exclusive? Specialising in AI and optimisation software for operational decision-making, software developer INFORM disagrees

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Sallaum Lines adds BMW and Ford volumes to global shipments

Sallaum Lines is well established in the movement of vehicles between the US, Europe and Africa, and has now signed new contracts with BMW and Ford for the shipment of vehicles from South Africa to Europe

E-book: Productivity gains in real time – Unlocking ROI in vehicle logistics tracking solutions

Download this free e-book to learn how the return-on-investment for next generation real time location services has changed for finished vehicles in the post-cloud, post-AI technology landscape, with significant cost, operational and time advantages for OEMs compared to legacy systems. In partnership with Cognosos.

Transporting the electric future

Shipping lithium-ion batteries across the world and storing them safely is a complex task and is governed by strict safety regulations. Dave Dudek, executive vice-president and global automotive and tire sector lead at Ceva Logistics, explains the key issues

Supporting vehicle imports for a sustainable future

While the automotive industry is ploughing through a period of unprecedented upheaval, the Port of Vancouver USA continues the smooth importing of vehicles for its principal customer Subaru. Now the port is looking to enhance that service with a greater degree of sustainability

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Driving greener practices: Sustainability in the automotive industry

The automotive industry’s sustainability efforts have gone from nice-to-have to mission-critical as consumers and regulators demand cleaner vehicles. Learn how end-to-end supply chain planning is helping manufacturers find new opportunities to go green in this on-demand webinar.

Insights Guide: Brand Protection for Digital-First Enterprises

Download this free guide to discover 3 key digital watermarking methods that offer an indispensable defensive strategy against auto industry counterfeiting

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Watch: Moving better through the border, together

The US-Mexico border has never faced so many challenges, but there are door-to-door solutions that can reduce lead times and cost, reveals Agustin Sustaita, MD of Transportes Logisticos Especializados (TLE), a strategic partner of D-Troy Logistics, in an exclusive interview ahead of the Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global conference in Detroit.

On-demand webinar: From S&OP to real-time IBP with Kinaxis and 4flow

Learn how to shift your automotive supply chain planning into high gear with real-time integrated business planning. Check out this on-demand webinar covering the latest automotive supply chain planning challenges and how transforming your S&OP process can help tackle them.

Supply chain’s radio star: Positive signals for real-time visibility

Cognosos’ Adrian Jennings talks about enhanced asset tracking, managing production surges and how automotive supply chains compare to rocket science

Locus Robotics: Material handling robots a boost for service parts

What’s worse than having to locate a small part while staring at a wall of containers holding small parts? Accidentally sending the wrong part to a customer who is depending on you.

White paper: Why automotive companies are looking to a new model to enable digital transformation

New technology, economic uncertainty and changing consumer patterns are making it vital to run flexible and responsive automotive supply chains. However, today’s legacy, monolithic IT architectures are no longer fit for purpose. In this whitepaper from ONE Network, learn how multi-party systems can accelerate digitalisation and yield strong financial results.

Transportes Marva: Investing for the next decade of delivery

Despite a dip in the market, there is still strong demand for road-based finished vehicle services in Mexico – something that Transportes Marva is answering with investment in quality and capacity

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