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France has decided: Lyon-Turin railway will prioritize freight trains
18 Dicembre 2024 - After months of uncertainty, France has confirmed that it will proceed with the construction of the sections of the new Lyon-Turin railway within its territory, facilitating the passage of intermodal freight trains without any height restrictions.
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In 2024, global air cargo saw remarkable growth
18 Dicembre 2024 - A report from IATA reveals that 2024 was an exceptional year for air freight, with global traffic increasing by 11.8%. Positive prospects are also forecasted for 2025.
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France delays opening of Tenda Tunnel
18 Dicembre 2024 - The long-awaited reopening of the Tenda tunnel, which connects Italy to France via the Colle di Tenda, has been delayed once again. Originally scheduled to open by the end of 2024, the tunnel’s opening has now been postponed until the spring of 2025, following a decision by the French government.
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Italian GdF investigates Amazon, SDA, and GLS
18 Dicembre 2024 - According to Reuters, the Italian Guardia di Finanza conducted searches on December 17, 2024, at the offices of Amazon, SDA, and GLS as part of an investigation initiated by the Public Prosecutor's Office in Turin. The probe is focused on tax evasion and the improper use of labour.
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Truck bans for Christmas and New Year 2024-2025 in Italy
17 Dicembre 2024 - The Italian Transport Minister has signed the decree outlining the days in 2025 when heavy goods vehicles, with a total weight exceeding 7.5 tonnes, will be banned from circulating. This completes the schedule for truck movement restrictions during the entire 2024-2025 Christmas holiday period. Below are the designated days and hours of restriction.
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Italy: 2025 truck traffic restrictions decree signed
17 Dicembre 2024 - The Italian Minister for Transport has signed the Decree detailing the restrictions on the circulation of industrial vehicles exceeding 7.5 tonnes for the year 2025. The new decree outlines 78 days of restricted movement, two more than the 2024 restrictions.
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Logistics and transport briefs – 17 December 2024
17 Dicembre 2024 - Electric trucks for Duvenbeck – Telepass in Denmark – Rina for rail in Saudi Arabia – Circle for sustainable ports – B747-400F for Challenge Group – Turkish Airlines reaches Mexico – Automatic cranes in Hamburg
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Fassi unveils the F905R-HXP Techno articulated crane
17 Dicembre 2024 - Fassi Gru has introduced a new articulated crane model in its Techno range, the F905R-HXP, which delivers a 58% increase in vertical load capacity compared to the previous generation.
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EU opens infringement procedure against Italy over fines on foreign trucks
17 Dicembre 2024 - The European Commission has launched an infringement procedure against Italy for alleged discrimination against foreign hauliers in the payment of fines.
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Rhenus partners with Air France KLM on SAF fuel
17 Dicembre 2024 - Rhenus has entered into a collaboration with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo through its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) programme, which utilises sustainable biofuel.
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Dutch transport company Trucks Banden Koning declared bankrupt
17 Dicembre 2024 - A year after being convicted for exploiting its drivers, Dutch transport company Trucks Banden Koning has been declared bankrupt by the court.
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Nagel-Group launches project to improve driver management efficiency
17 Dicembre 2024 - The Nagel Driver Terminal – developed by Nagel-Group – aims to simplify the daily work of drivers and operational staff, reducing waiting times and overcoming language barriers.
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Brief news: transport and logistics – 16 December 2024
16 Dicembre 2024 - Combined transport grows in Europe - Koper-Graz train – Stef acquires TDL fresh logistics – Locomotives for LTG Cargo – Bari freight road
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2024 weakened european road transport
16 Dicembre 2024 - Upply has released a report on the state of European road transport in 2024, highlighting the sector's challenges and the hurdles it faces as it transitions into the new year.
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Transport and logistics briefs – 13 December 2024
13 Dicembre 2024 - Waberer’s settles another truck cartel case – Germany-Lithuania rail link – Korean Air acquires asiana airlines – Cybersecurity in Dutch ports – Cherbourg-Bayonne rolling motorway test – Locomotive acquisition by Duisport
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Truck rest area opens at Malpensa Cargo City
13 Dicembre 2024 - On 13 December 2024, the truck rest area at Malpensa Cargo City was officially inaugurated, providing capacity for up to 154 articulated lorries and offering dedicated facilities for drivers.
Notizie Brevi
Podcast K44
Cronaca
Camionista rapito e picchiato per rapina di gasolio
La mattina del 20 dicembre 2024 l’autista di un’autocisterna carica di gasolio è stato fermato da una banda di rapinatori lungo la Regionale 156 dei Monti Lepini. Il camionista è stato sequestrato e picchiato per sottrargli il carico.
Normativa
Persone
Massimo Marciani confermato presidente del Freight Leaders Council
L’assemblea dei soci del Freight Leaders Council, che si è svolta a dicembre 2024, ha eletto per la terza volta consecutiva Massimo Marciani come presidente. Allargato e rinnovato il comitato di gestione.
Videocast K44
Aereo
Calano noli e volumi nel cargo aereo
Dopo una fase di picco, nella seconda settimana di dicembre 2024 le tariffe e i volumi del trasporto aereo globale delle merci mostrano una contrazione, compresa l’area Asia Pacifico.
Ferrovia
Passo avanti per l’alleanza tra Msc e Renfe Mercancías
Msc, tramite Medlog, e la compagnia ferroviaria spagnola Renfe Mercancías hanno firmato l’accordo preliminare per creare una società paritaria per il trasporto dei container nella Penisola Iberica.