VEHICLE LOGISTICS PORTS & SHIPPING – Page 2
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ArticleCrisis in Europe could breed greater cooperation in outbound logistics
As ECG celebrates 25 years, carmakers may be more open to the idea of volume guarantees, while the EU is more supportive of harmonised truck lengths.
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Jacksonville port invests ahead of volume rebound
Production volatility in the automotive industry means volumes are down at the US port of Jacksonville but with a rebound around the corner the port authority is working with terminal operators to upgrade its facilities
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Logistics 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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Watch: Shanghai rises again for Volkswagen’s supply chain
SAIC VW’s Dr Susanne Lehmann discusses managing China’s Covid lockdowns and how the JV is digitalising logistics and creating more supply chain transparency.
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Clean energy around the coast
Infrastructure developments at the UK vehicle handling ports through 2021 were tied closely to sustainability initiatives
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A gateway for growth in the Gulf
The US Gulf coast has a new port for finished vehicle trade that offers competitive advantages in cost and time, and the latest in vehicle processing services and technology
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Survey reveals labour a big concern for the finished vehicle sector
A new survey from logistics provider RPM and Automotive Logistics shows that labour shortages and expenditure is currently a major concern for providers of finished vehicle services
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BLG upbeat on performance despite automotive losses
BLG Logistics reports losses in its Automobile division because of continued problems in the automotive industry but earnings are positive and BLG is investing in sustainability and IT
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Vehicle export growth from China stalled by port congestion
Exports from China in the first quarter of this year were showing impressive gains on the same period in 2021 but the lockdown in Shanghai has hit monthly growth figures
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Finn Roden appointed president of Autoport
Finn Roden has taken over as president of vehicle terminal processor Autoport and its subsidiary Trans Cargo, succeeding Roy Kirchner who is stepping down after 20 years in the role.
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Wallenius Wilhelmsen invests in blockchain provider Vinturas
Wallenius Wilhelmsen has invested in Vinturas, which provides blockchain-enabled digital network tools to enhance visibility and security in the finished vehicle supply chain
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CMA CGM buys Gefco ahead of sanctions threat
CMA CGM has bought Gefco, including the 75% share owned by Russian Railways and the 25% share retained by Stellantis. The buyout strengthens the container line company’s logistics offering to the automotive industry
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UECC launches bi-weekly service linking North Sea ports
UECC is launching a new North Sea service to link the ports of Zeebrugge, Esbjerg, Gothenburg and Drammen in response to demand from a number of leading carmakers based in Europe
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AL FVL Spring 2022 Digital Edition - Sailing towards a more sustainable supply chain
The spring digital edition of Automotive Logistics and Finished Vehicle Logistics magazine is out now. It features interviews with Toyota and Volvo, as well as an overview of activity at the European vehicle handling ports
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Brunswick port gets boost to vehicle handling capacity
The US port of Brunswick will see annual finished vehicle-handling capacity increased to 1.4m as part of a $150m development. plan
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Ukraine’s vital link in the European supply chain
The closure of Ukraine’s supplier industry and the impact on logistics routes reveals how important the country is to European automotive production
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Russia’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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Blog: Conflict in Ukraine disrupts auto supply in Europe and Russia
Read rolling updates on the developing situation in Ukraine, wider Europe and Russia as it impacts the global automotive supply chain
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BMW opens US VDC at Sparrows Point with Tradepoint Atlantic
BMW has opened a vehicle distribution centre (VDC) in the US port of Baltimore with logistics property developer Tradepoint Atlantic.
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Zeebrugge port increases vehicle handling and sustainability
The port of Zeebrugge in Belgium has seen a 3% increase in the volume of finished vehicles processed through 2021 compared to the previous year, bringing the number of vehicles handled to 2.26m.
