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An Houthi missile struck the MSC Sky II container ship
5 Marzo 2024 - The United States Central Command (Centcom) reported on March 4 that one of two missiles launched by the Houthis against the MSC Sky II hit the ship, causing damage. There were no injuries reported among the crew, and the vessel continues to navigate autonomously. Submarine cables for data transfer were severed.
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The sinking of the Rubymar could worsen the Red Sea crisis
4 Marzo 2024 - The sinking of the bulk carrier Rubymar, after drifting for twelve days in the Red Sea, underscores the capability of the Houthi forces to sink a large vessel, potentially exacerbating the crisis in the region. Not only is container transportation at risk, but also the supply of gas.
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Air cargo rebounds post-chinese New Year, reports WorldACD
4 Marzo 2024 - The global air cargo transport report released on March 1st by WorldACD highlights a significant rebound in volumes in the last week of February, continuing the positive impact of the Red Sea crisis on air freight.
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Grimaldi enhances truck capacity between Brindisi and Igoumenitsa
4 Marzo 2024 - On February 29th, Grimaldi expanded its service on the Brindisi-Igoumenitsa route by adding the ro-pax Europalink alongside the ro-pax Kydon Palace, thereby increasing the capacity for both industrial vehicles and passengers, with two departures daily from each port.
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How the exploitation of Central Asian drivers occurs in the EU
1 Marzo 2024 - The Road Transport Due Diligence, a foundation committed to defending the rights of workers in supply and transport chains, has recently released a report on the conditions faced by drivers from Central Asia working in Europe. This investigation unveils the processes of immigration and exploitation within the continent.
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Progress at the European Parliament for driving license reform
1 Marzo 2024 - On February 28, the European Parliament took a significant step forward by adopting its stance on the reform of EU driving license regulations. The age to obtain a license for industrial vehicles has been lowered to 18, but it will be possible to drive at 17 with a supervising adult.
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Container freight rates exhibit uneven trends across routes
29 Febbraio 2024 - The latest weekly spot freight rate observations for container shipping, released on February 29 by Drewry, display an uneven trend in the last week of the month, with declines observed from Shanghai to Genoa, falling below $5,000, and from Shanghai to Rotterdam, while transatlantic rates have risen.
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UIRR Proposes a new definition for Combined Transport
29 Febbraio 2024 - The International Union of Railways (UIRR) has put forward a simplified definition of combined transport amid the ongoing reform of the Directive on intermodality within the European Union.
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Finland extends blockade with Russia and considers bridge with Sweden
29 Febbraio 2024 - The Finnish government has prolonged its ban on the transit of goods and individuals to Russia and is contemplating a new road link with Sweden to avert potential future naval blockades in the Baltic Sea.
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Dutch railway terminal in Gelderland downsized
29 Febbraio 2024 - The tender for the Rail Terminal Gelderland intermodal terminal in the Netherlands ended without any bids, leading to the relocation of the Arnhem railway yard instead, thereby freeing up space in the urban environment.
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Kögel unveils the extended intermodal Cargo Rail Euro Trailer
29 Febbraio 2024 - Kögel launched the Cargo Rail Euro Trailer, a model that extends 1.38 meters beyond the standard size, specifically designed for combined road-rail transport.
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MSC nears 20% of global container capacity
28 Febbraio 2024 - According to data from Alphaliner, MSC's container ships have achieved a total capacity of 5.722 million TEU, accounting for 19.9% of the global share. Maersk trails in second place with 4.199 million TEU.
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Italian Appeals Court confirms compensation claim in truck cartel case
28 Febbraio 2024 - The Milan Court of Appeals has dismissed the statute of limitations defense presented by several truck manufacturers against a compensation claim in the truck pricing cartel case.
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Ocean Alliance extends agreement until 2032
28 Febbraio 2024 - The Ocean Alliance, a collaboration between four major container shipping companies, has announced the extension of its Euro-Asian vessel-sharing agreement until 2032. Cosco will introduce 20,000 TEU vessels to the Mediterranean.
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New IMO recommendations on sea transport of plastic pellets
28 Febbraio 2024 - Following a spill of plastic pellets on the Spanish shores, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has issued recommendations on the maritime transport of plastic granules and guidelines on how to act in the event of spills.
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EU Antitrust investigates tire price cartel
28 Febbraio 2024 - The European Commission is probing into a possible price cartel concerning road vehicle tires sold by four brands within the European Economic Area. Surprise inspections have been carried out at the premises of Pirelli, Continental, Michelin, and Nokian Renkaat Oyj. Customers are advised to retain purchase invoices for potential compensation.
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Camionista muore schiacciato dalla cabina del suo veicolo
Il 24 febbraio un giovane camionista ha perso la vita in provincia di Verona mentre stava ribaltando la cabina del suo veicolo. S’indaga per scoprire se è un errore o un guasto.
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Emirates entra nel trasporto aereo espresso
Ad aprile 2025 la compagnia aerea Emirates ha annunciato il servizio Courier Express, dedicato al trasporto espresso che è svolto dalla sua flotta di oltre 250 aerei.
Ferrovia
Nasce Binario Italia, alleanza per l’intermodalità ferroviaria
L’11 aprile 2025 cinque associazioni della logistica e del trasporto ferroviario hanno nella sede del Cnel Binario Italia, un’alleanza per rilanciare il trasporto ferroviario delle merci.
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Il Gruppo Menci perde Luciano Menci
Il 4 marzo 2025, il Gruppo Menci ha annunciato la morte di Luciano Menci, figlio del fondatore Geremia e padre dell’attuale presidente Marco. Lo stabilimento interromperà le attività in 6 marzo, in corrispondenza del funerale.
