Free training in Spain for truck drivers – new container train between China and Germany – Spirit Airlines emerges from bankruptcy – Portuguese government postpones TAP sale – EIB funds electric vans for Ayvens

The DG Move directorate of the European Commission has responded to a query from the Romanian hauliers’ association Untrr regarding the obligation to upgrade digital smart tachographs to the second generation for transport operations to and from non-EU countries. The response is negative, although the final decision lies with the European Court of Justice.

Weekly data from WorldACD on air freight transport indicates substantial stability in volumes and a rise in rates during the first week of March 2025. However, there are differences across various regions of the world.

In March 2024, China inaugurated two new hubs for international road transport operating under the Tir system. With these additions, the total number of such facilities has reached six, aiming to streamline and accelerate import and export road transport.

On 13 March 2025, Polo Logistica FS announced a collaboration with Baraclit and Murano for the combined road-rail transport of concrete prefabricated structures destined for the construction of a facility in Campania.