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Kiba brings artificial intelligence to rail logistics
3 Novembre 2025 - The German Kiba project concludes three years of research, showing how artificial intelligence can optimise loads, networks and capacity in European intermodal transport.
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The EU aims to create a military logistics network
3 Novembre 2025 - The European Commission plans to spend at least €70 billion to establish an integrated military transport system across Europe, according to the Financial Times. The goal is to ensure the rapid movement of troops and equipment in times of crisis and to strengthen the continent’s military mobility.
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Worsening chip crisis hits Europe’s automotive industry
31 Ottobre 2025 - The semiconductor supply crisis for Europe’s automotive sector is deepening after Dutch action against Nexperia and China’s subsequent export ban. Stocks are running out fast, with the first production stoppages expected imminently.
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From 15 November Bernhard Osburg will lead DB Cargo
31 Ottobre 2025 - Deutsche Bahn has confirmed the long-anticipated leadership change at DB Cargo. Bernhard Osburg has been appointed CEO and will take over from Sigrid Nikutta on 15 November 2025 to tackle a major challenge.
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Rfi unveils plans to strengthen the Gotthard corridor
31 Ottobre 2025 - At a conference in Milan, Rfi presented its projects for the enhancement of the Gotthard corridor, focusing on the Lombardy section — with an unexpected development.
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Cma Cgm resumes talks with Eurogate over Hamburg terminal
31 Ottobre 2025 - According to Alphaliner, Cma Cgm has resumed negotiations to join the Eurogate terminal in Hamburg, following the breakdown of talks in 2024. The potential deal fits into the French carrier’s European expansion strategy and the new development phase of the German port.
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News from transport and logistics – 30 October 2025
30 Ottobre 2025 - Emirates SkyCargo expands in Asia – Air China Cargo grows its fleet – New TIR route between Türkiye and the UAE – Cargojet links Canada and Europe – Airport cooperation between Liège and Rockford – Time:matters partners with Semi
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Container freight rates continue to rise at the end of October
30 Ottobre 2025 - Drewry’s weekly data show that average spot rates for container shipping continued to climb in the final week of October, with the Shanghai–Genoa route leading the trend. The market, however, remains weaker than in 2024.
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Grimaldi takes delivery of the car carrier Grande Melbourne
30 Ottobre 2025 - The Chinese shipyard Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding has delivered to Grimaldi the third car carrier capable of running on ammonia. Named Grande Melbourne, the vessel will serve the Asia–Europe route.
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US-China truce on tariffs and port duties
30 Ottobre 2025 - Among the agreements reached during the 30 October 2025 meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping is a one-year suspension of the entry tax imposed on Chinese vessels docking in US ports, as well as a freeze on tariff increases. China, in turn, will suspend its limits on the export of rare earths.
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Seven rail operators write to German transport minister
30 Ottobre 2025 - Seven organisations, including trade associations and companies, have written an open letter to the German transport minister to warn of the risk of freight traffic shifting from rail back to road, not only in Germany but across Europe.
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Air cargo growth slows in September 2025
29 Ottobre 2025 - According to Iata’s September 2025 analysis, global air cargo demand continued to rise but at a slower pace. Fuel costs increased and the composition of available capacity shifted, while regional differences became more pronounced.
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News from transport and logistics – 29 October 2025
29 Ottobre 2025 - Hapag-Lloyd christens container ship – New dual-fuel vessels for Evergreen – Modernisation for Itajaí – New Luxembourg–France train – New container terminal in Nador – Iata updates cargo manuals – Dynamic charging for electric trucks – Venice becomes Volkswagen automotive hub
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Spanish truck driver and blogger Oti Cabadas dies
29 Ottobre 2025 - A leading figure for women’s visibility in road freight transport, known online as CocoTruckerGirl, the Spanish truck driver and blogger has died aged 41 following a brain haemorrhage. The Spanish transport sector pays tribute to her role in promoting the image of women behind the wheel.
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Russian shadow fleet tanker runs aground in the Suez Canal
29 Ottobre 2025 - A mechanical failure temporarily blocked the Russian tanker Komander, which was refloated in less than an hour thanks to the intervention of the Suez Canal Authority. The incident renews concerns over the safety of Russia’s shadow fleet.
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Bernhard Osburg prepares to lead DB Cargo
29 Ottobre 2025 - According to German media reports, Bernhard Osburg, former Thyssenkrupp executive, has been chosen to replace Sigrid Nikutta as head of Deutsche Bahn’s freight division. The appointment is expected to be formalised on 30 October.
Brevi dal mondo
Maersk amplia la logistica malese - Nuovo terminal container a Gedda - Cma Cgm riorganizza il servizio Medex - Donfeng sceglie Livorno per sbarcare le sue auto - Harren Group collabora con Orca AI
Podcast K44
Cronaca
Record d’infrazioni scoperte in un camion a Guidonia
La Polizia Stradale di Guidonia ha fermato un autoarticolato con numerose gravi violazioni, tra cui limitatore di velocità disattivato, mancanza di carta di circolazione e autista senza contratto. A Vipiteno scoperto un autista che ha guidato per 17 ore sena riposo.
Normativa
Videocast K44
Aereo
Il cargo escluso dalla riduzione dei voli in Usa
Gli Stati uniti ridurranno del dieci percento la capacità di volo in quaranta aeroporti a causa dello shutdown federale. Per ora sono esclusi i voli cargo e quelli internazionali.
Ferrovia
Fercargo unifica le sigle dell’ultimo chilometro ferroviario
Il 1° gennaio 2026 nascerà l’Associazione Fercargo Ultimo Miglio che riunirà le attuali sigle Fercargo Manovra e Fercargo Terminal sotto un’unica rappresentanza guidata da Roberto Lupi.
Persone
L’autotrasporto perde Vittorio Donini
È morto a 82 anni l’imprenditore verbanese Vittorio Donini, che aveva fondato la Donini Logistica, importante azienda di autotrasporto e servizi logistici con sede a Villadossola.
