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Traffic restrictions at Frejus Tunnel in June 2024
5 Giugno 2024 - In addition to the nighttime closure of the Mont Blanc Tunnel, June 2024 will see traffic restrictions at the Frejus Tunnel, including a total six-hour closure and alternating one-way traffic. Meanwhile, Italy urges France to proceed with the construction of the second tube of the Mont Blanc Tunnel.
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German Group Lit acquires the Italian haulier Pedot
5 Giugno 2024 - The German Group Lit, based in Bremen, strengthens its activities in Italy with the acquisition of the company Autotrasporti Pedot. In Germany, Lit acquired Gübau in 2023. The group is growing through international acquisitions to reach a billion euros in revenue.
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Italy to appeal to European Court Over Brenner Pass bans
5 Giugno 2024 - During a meeting with transport associations on June 4, 2024, officials from the Italian Transport Ministry announced that Italy will file an appeal with the European Court of Justice by the upcoming summer against Austria's restrictions at the Brenner Pass. The legal process is expected to take between one to five years.
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New container route between Egypt, Greece, and Algeria
5 Giugno 2024 - Starting on June 28, 2024, Tarros and Diamond Line, a subsidiary of China's Cosco, will launch a weekly container shipping service connecting Egypt, Greece, and Algeria. The route will handle both dry and refeer units.
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Scan Global Logistics enters Italy with Foppiani Shipping & Logistics acquisition
5 Giugno 2024 - The Danish logistics company Scan Global Logistics has entered the Italian market by acquiring the Tuscan forwarder Foppiani Shipping & Logistics, with the deal approved by the Competition Authority in June 2024.
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Summer of construction and train cancellations for the Genoa hub
5 Giugno 2024 - The railway network modernization work planned by RFI for the summer of 2024 will cause significant disruptions to the railway traffic of the Genoa port at least until September 13. Additional work is scheduled for 2025 and 2026.
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IMO mandates reporting of lost containers at sea starting 2026
5 Giugno 2024 - The Maritime Safety Committee of the IMO has adopted amendments to the SOLAS regulations, making the reporting of lost containers at sea mandatory from January 1, 2026. The WSC considers this rule a significant advancement in maritime safety and environmental protection.
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Nighttime closure shortened at Mont Blanc Tunnel
4 Giugno 2024 - Starting on June 3, 2024, a period of complete nighttime closures of traffic in the Mont Blanc Tunnel has begun, albeit with a reduction of two hours compared to the original schedule. The Little St. Bernard Pass has reopened.
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The Panama Canal returning to transit normalcy
4 Giugno 2024 - The Panama Canal Authority announced on May 30, 2024, the increase of the maximum authorized draft to 45 feet, thanks to the onset of the rainy season. Starting June 1, transits have increased to 32 per day.
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Climate change mires European railways
4 Giugno 2024 - Climate change is becoming an increasingly challenging issue for railway transport, often regarded as the most efficient means for reducing pollutant emissions and simultaneously one of the most affected by extreme weather events. The cases of Austria and Great Britain illustrate this dilemma.
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Legal challenge in Germany against rail fare hike
4 Giugno 2024 - Eleven German railway companies have initiated legal action against the increase in access fees to the network, citing a lack of real justification. The EU approves public support amounting to €1.7 billion.
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Hupac traffic decline in 2023, investments continue
31 Maggio 2024 - In 2023, Hupac experienced an 11.7% decrease in intermodal shipments, with a 7.6% drop specifically in transalpine traffic. This decline is attributed to the European economic situation. Despite the downturn, investments, including those in Italy, continue.
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Container freight rates could increase again in 2024
31 Maggio 2024 - Analysts from Xeneta predict that spot rates for container shipping may continue to rise, approaching 2022 levels. Rates between Asia and the Mediterranean could exceed $6,000 per FEU.
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ÖBB Rail Cargo Group expands in Benelux with acquisition
31 Maggio 2024 - ÖBB Rail Cargo Group enhances operations in Benelux by acquiring Dutch railway company Captrain Netherlands from Sncf. This move strengthens the management of the TransFer network with in-house resources.
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Air cargo rates move toward stabilization
31 Maggio 2024 - Since March 2024, air freight rates have shown a consistent increase, surpassing the levels of the same period last year. In the last week of May, the rate of increase slowed, settling at 4%.
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Container freight rate increase slows in final week of May 2024
30 Maggio 2024 - After three weeks of rapid rises, the average spot rates for container shipping have shown a slowdown. Rates between China and Europe increased by 4-5%, with Genoa surpassing $5,500 per FEU.
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