Modalis to run Dunkirk terminal 
The port of Dunkirk has awarded the operation of its upcoming ferry-rail terminal to the Modalis group following a call for expressions of interest. The facility, set to open in March 2026, will enable combined rail-road transport of trailers and swap bodies, aiming to cut... more
Planning basis for CST confirmed
On 25 June 2025 the Swiss government approved the inclusion of underground freight transport in its national transport plan, clearing a key hurdle for the planned Cargo sous terrain system (CST). This planning instrument defines the corridor for the first section between... more
Pacific National welcomes Evo loco
An 'Evolution Evo' locomotive, Australia’s most fuel-efficient long-haul freight locomotive, according to the manufacturer, has been launched at UGL’s Broadmeadow facility. Designed and manufactured locally by UGL, in partnership with Wabtec, the Evo was delivered to... more
Infrastructure budget approved
Germany’s federal cabinet has approved massive investments in the country's transport infrastructure. According to transport minister Patrick Schnieder, EUR 166 billion has been earmarked for 2025-2029, an increase of more than 60% compared to the previous five years. The... more
Free e-lorry advice
Daimler trucks UK has launched 'TruckCharge', a free consultancy service to support businesses transitioning to electric HGVs. The network offers guidance in three fields, namely strategy, infrastructure and operations. Customers will receive advice on depot setup, charging... more
Azur welcomes EU tyre rules
Azur, Germany’s ‘Allianz Zukunft Reifen’, an alliance for the future of tyres, has reported that it welcomes the new EU waste shipment regulations 2024/1157, which restrict exports of end-of-life tyres to non-OECD countries, unless EU environmental standards are met. From... more
AFC secures Italian infrastructure loan
The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has secured a EUR 250 million ten-year loan facility from Italy’s Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP), backed by an 80% guarantee from Sace. The funding supports infrastructure and renewable energy projects in Africa, with a focus on Italian... more
Kraftverkehr Emsland joins OSL
On 1 August 2025 Kraftverkehr Emsland will join Online Systemlogistik (OSL) as a new system partner. Based in Nordhorn, the company serves the western Lower Saxony region, from the Dutch border to just east of the Ems river. Its first trailer will run to the central OSL hub... more
Tata launches low-cost mini truck
Tata Motors has launched the 'Tata Ace Pro', "India’s most affordable four-wheel mini truck", starting at INR 399'000. Available in petrol, bi-fuel (CNG + petrol), and electric variants, the 'Ace Pro' aims to support diverse business needs and offers a 750 kg payload... more
E-truck efficiency through smart routing
A new study by Fraunhofer ISI and the Swedish tech firm Einride shows that digitalised fleet planning increases the cost-efficiency and viability of electric trucks. Based on 38,000 deliveries and 200 diesel trucks operated by German retailer Rewe, the research compared... more