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Comparing solutions to bring non-cranable semi-trailers to the tracks
21 Agosto 2024 - In 2022, Italian intermodal rail transport surpassed traditional methods, but there is still room for growth, particularly in the rail transport of non-cranable road semi-trailers. A new initiative aims to develop this sector.
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Fermerci and Fercargo urge action on rail freight crisis
21 Agosto 2024 - Italian associations Fermerci and FerCargo have raised the alarm over an impending crisis in the rail freight sector, which they warn could have disastrous consequences. The presidents of the two associations are calling for immediate intervention from the Ministry of Transport to protect the future of companies and workers in the industry.
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European railways under strain amid construction and disruptions
12 Agosto 2024 - Construction projects are causing significant delays across extensive sections of European railways, a situation that may persist until autumn 2024. Italy and Germany are the most affected, with repercussions also felt in Austria and Switzerland.
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Spain enhances two railways for Zaragoza
8 Agosto 2024 - The Spanish government has announced two strategic railway projects involving the city of Zaragoza: the enhancement of the Zaragoza-Teruel-Sagunto and Zaragoza-Huesca-Canfranc lines.
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Uzbekistan positions itself as an Eurasian railway hub
7 Agosto 2024 - The agreement for the construction of a railway linking Uzbekistan with China and Kyrgyzstan, and the new rail connection with India and Iran, demonstrates Uzbekistan's intention to become a central hub for Eurasian freight transport.
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Mine gas threatens Italian Terzo Valico project
5 Agosto 2024 - The construction of the Italian Terzo Valico railway tunnel between Genoa and Milan is facing serious threats due to the presence of mine gas.
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Brief news on transport and logistics – August 2, 2024
5 Agosto 2024 - Intermodal train from Koper to Indija - Intermodal train for mineral water from Cuneo to Prato - Two road-rail lines by DB Cargo France starting in 2025 - Turkish Railport bimodal terminal to be ready in 2025 - Postponement of the Cherbourg-Bayonne rolling highway
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TerAlp orders six electric gantry cranes for Milano Smistamento
5 Agosto 2024 - On August 2, 2024, TerAlp, a company within the FS Group's Logistics Hub and a joint venture of Mercitalia Logistics and Hupac, signed a contract with Austrian firm Kuenz for the supply, installation, and commissioning of six electric gantry cranes at the Milano Smistamento terminal.
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Digital alliance between FS Group and Port of Ravenna
2 Agosto 2024 - The FS Group, through its Polo Logistica, and the Northern Central Adriatic Sea Port Authority have signed a significant memorandum of understanding for the digital integration of their technological systems.
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Delay in opening of the Frejus railway tunnel until 2025
2 Agosto 2024 - The French company Sncf Réseau has announced another delay in the reopening of the Frejus railway tunnel, which has been completely closed to train traffic since August 2023. The reopening is now expected in the first quarter of 2025.
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3D printing by Roboze for Hitachi Rail’s spare parts
2 Agosto 2024 - Hitachi Rail partners with Roboze to adopt 3D printing technology in the production of railway spare parts, enhancing efficiency while reducing costs and delivery times.
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New rail operator to connect Italy and Asia
31 Luglio 2024 - Bahnoperator Logistics, a German company, announces the opening of a branch in Florence, providing rail transport services between Italy and Asia. The company offers both block trains and shipping services.
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Turin-Lyon Railway costs increase, completion delayed to 2033
30 Luglio 2024 - The board of Telt has approved a cost increase of approximately thirty percent for the Turin-Lyon railway and a one-year extension to the completion date.
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Hupac launches diesel shuttle for Rhine Railway closure
29 Luglio 2024 - In anticipation of the Rhine Valley Railway closure scheduled for August 2024, Hupac has initiated a diesel shuttle service through France, thereby doubling the available capacity for freight trains.
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DB Cargo to be divided into multiple divisions in 2025
29 Luglio 2024 - Starting in January 2025, DB Cargo will undergo a reorganization into multiple divisions with the aim of addressing financial losses and enhancing performance.
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SBB Cargo International orders 20 Vectron locomotives
29 Luglio 2024 - SBB Cargo International has commissioned the purchase of twenty multisystem Vectron locomotives with the XLoad package from SüdLeasing. The contract includes 15 years of maintenance and authorization to operate in Italy, Switzerland, Germany, the Netherlands, and Austria.
Brevi dal mondo
Cresce il cargo Swissport a Malpensa - Corridoio Grecia-Bulgaria-Romania - Hub farmaceutico Piacenza
Podcast K44
Cronaca
Finisce male il furto di un “topo” a Venezia
La mattina dell’11 dicembre 2025 una donna è saltata su un “topo”, imbarcazione per il trasporto merci a Venezia, per rubare il carico di pacchi natalizi, ma si è schiantata contro il ponte di Rialto. La donna è stata arrestata e si valutano i danni al ponte.
Normativa
Videocast K44
Aereo
Le tariffe spot aeree crescono ancora all’inizio di dicembre
All’inizio di dicembre 2025 i noli spot del cargo aereo segnano un nuovo aumento settimanale, trainato da Africa, Asia Pacifico ed Europa. In crescita anche le rotte Asia Pacifico–Stati Uniti, mentre i volumi globali restano sostenuti rispetto al 2024.
Ferrovia
Il terminal ferroviario Duss di Ulm raddoppierà la capacità
Entro il 2027 la capacità del terminal ferroviario Duss di Ulm raddoppierà fino a 300mila unità l’anno. Serve anche l’Italia attraverso l’Austria.
Persone
Paolo Guidi eletto presidente di Assologistica
L’assemblea generale di Assologistica ha eletto Paolo Guidi nuovo presidente e ha rinnova la squadra dei vicepresidenti, con attenzione a investimenti, regole e sviluppo industriale della logistica.
