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Short news on transportation and logistics – September 6, 2024
6 Settembre 2024 - CargoBeamer doubles Calais-Perpignan service – Typhoon Yagi closes some Asian airports – Customs simplifications extended with France and Switzerland – DSV leads in DB Schenker acquisition bid – Tax credit for ZLS – EU approves funding for Cuxhaven port
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DSV commits to limiting layoffs in the bid for DB Schenker
5 Settembre 2024 - The logistics multinational DSV has written to Deutsche Bahn, pledging to limit layoffs if it wins the bid to acquire DB Schenker, focusing the cuts only on administrative offices without affecting operational functions.
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Short news on transport and logistics – September 5, 2024
5 Settembre 2024 - Sea trials for Gnv Polaris completed - Lufthansa eyes Tap - Opec+ increases oil prices - Msc acquires Il Secolo XIX - Mosolf Port Logistics & Services buys Transport Overseas Group
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Yale launches new electric forklifts from 2 to 3.5 tons
5 Settembre 2024 - Yale Lift Truck Technologies introduces the next generation of ERP2.0-3.5MXLG electric forklifts, offering capacities ranging from 2 to 3.5 tons and various models designed to suit both indoor and outdoor operations.
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Volkswagen considers downsizing German factories
4 Settembre 2024 - Volkswagen is facing a highly challenging situation and is considering scaling back production in Europe, a move that could involve the closure of factories. Workers are protesting against the potential cuts.
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Blackstone invests over one billion euros in European logistics
4 Settembre 2024 - The U.S.-based company Blackstone has made a significant investment in the European logistics sector, acquiring a major stake in warehouses managed by Burstone Group, solidifying its presence in Europe. The investment amounts to more than one billion euros.
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Gilles Delarue appointed new CFO of Rhenus Group
4 Settembre 2024 - On September 1, 2024, Gilles Delarue took on the role of Chief Financial Officer of the Rhenus Group, succeeding Egbert Bernsmeister, who transitioned to the subsidiary Saria.
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Brief News on Transport and Logistics – September 3, 2024
3 Settembre 2024 - CMA CGM Container Surcharge, Rotterdam Train Halt Due to Blackout, Fatal Train-Truck Collision in the Netherlands, Maersk Electric Truck for Skoda, Mandatory Truck Disinfection in Bulgaria
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GLS Italy opens new logistics hub in Verona
3 Settembre 2024 - GLS Italy strengthens its presence in the northeast region of Italy with the opening of a new logistics hub in Verona, increasing its sorting capacity to up to 8,000 parcels per hour.
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DP World expands logistics services to Fashion, Retail, and chemical sectors
3 Settembre 2024 - The multinational DP World enhances its global logistics services, extending them to the Fashion and Retail sectors with the acquisition of Cargo Services Far East, while also bolstering its chemical logistics operations through its subsidiary Legend Logistics.
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DSV to invest over one billion in DB Schenker following acquisition
30 Agosto 2024 - The Danish logistics giant DSV is reportedly planning to invest over one billion euros in DB Schenker if it wins the bid for the company's acquisition, according to sources cited by Reuters. This news comes shortly after the German union Ver.di expressed concerns about potential job cuts.
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German union Ver.di backs CVC’s bid for DB Schenker
30 Agosto 2024 - The German union Ver.di has expressed support for the consortium led by CVC Capital Partners in its bid to acquire DB Schenker. The union believes that CVC offers greater job security compared to Danish competitor DSV.
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Maersk opens the Middle East’s largest logistics park in Jeddah
28 Agosto 2024 - On August 21, 2024, Maersk inaugurated a 225,000-square-meter logistics platform in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, which required an investment of $250 million. The project also includes logistics training for Saudi women.
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Ceccarelli Group opens new logistics hub in Cervignano
28 Agosto 2024 - The Ceccarelli Group strengthens its logistics operations in Friuli Venezia Giulia with the opening of an 8,400-square-meter facility at the Cervignano Interport, divided into seven operational modules.
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Two €14 Billion bids submitted for DB Schenker
23 Agosto 2024 - The Danish logistics giant DSV and a consortium led by CVC Capital Partners have each submitted binding offers worth €14 billion to acquire DB Schenker, according to Bloomberg.
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XPO eyes reviving sale of European transport operations
21 Agosto 2024 - Transport giant XPO is reportedly looking to revive the sale of its European operations, after halting the process in 2022, according to Bloomberg.
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Autotrasportatore tedesco accumula oltre 200 violazioni su tempi di riposo
Il tribunale locale di Mühlhausen, in Germania, ha inflitto oltre 17mila euro di sanzione a un autotrasportatore della Turingia per più di 200 violazioni su orari di lavoro, tempi di guida e riposo. Le verifiche svcolte in azienda non sono state sufficienti a evitare la multa.
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L’apertura della galleria del Brennero rinviata di due anni
Bbt sposta dal 2032 al 2034 la messa in esercizio della Galleria di base del Brennero e porta a 11,73 miliardi di euro il costo a vita intera. La riprogettazione dell'attrezzaggio ferroviario trasferisce gran parte degli impianti nel cunicolo esplorativo, trasformato in galleria di servizio.
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Pessina confermato presidente di Federagenti
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