From December 1, 2023, a new environmental charge for trucks weighing over 7.5 tons will be introduced in Germany, determined by CO2 emission classes. The environmental charge is set at 200 euros per ton of CO2 with the aim of reducing CO2 emissions from road transport by 30% by 2030.
The Port of Gdańsk has finalized a lease agreement paving the way for BLG AutoTerminal Gdańsk to handle military equipment crucial for the security assurance of Poland’s allies across Europe. The allocated real estate within the inner harbor will serve as a strategic hub for the handling and storage of military assets, as outlined in the 36-month agreement.
Expanding TransFER Network: ÖBB Rail Cargo Group Introduces New Connection with Central Italy between Villach and Frosinone
Until the end of January 2024, Rail Cargo Group (RCG) is fully dedicated to transporting sugar beets for AGRANA’s sugar processing campaign in the agricultural sector. AGRANA has initiated sugar beet processing at its refineries in Tulln and Leopoldsdorf, Lower Austria. The annual campaign demands swift and meticulous planning, requiring the coordination of locomotives, carriages, and personnel to be ready in the right place at the right time within a short timeframe.
Mabanaft, a leading independent energy company, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Fairplay Towage Group, one of Europe’s largest tugboat operators. The agreement outlines Mabanaft’s commitment to supplying hydrogen to Fairplay Towage’s upcoming hydrogen-powered tugboats in the Port of Hamburg starting in 2025. This move reflects a joint focus on embracing new technologies and sustainable energy solutions in the maritime industry, positioning hydrogen as a key contributor to the decarbonization of the shipping sector.
Freightliner, the UK rail freight subsidiary of Genesee & Wyoming, has entered a five-year partnership agreement with The Malcolm Group, emphasizing their commitment to a long-term collaboration. The newly established intermodal service, now in its first month, connects Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal to the Grangemouth rail freight terminal in Central Scotland. Operating seven days a week, the service includes two overnight runs and facilitates the transportation of up to 36 platforms of domestic goods in both directions.
DP World, a global supply chain solutions leader, has strengthened its commitment to the automotive industry through the acquisition of CFR Rinkens, a specialized logistics provider in Long Beach, California. This strategic move aims to enhance DP World’s ability to deliver tailored solutions to its automotive clients, expanding its comprehensive suite of services.
On October 18, 2023, a ceremonial opening marked the inauguration of the state road DC403 from the Škurinje junction to the Port of Rijeka in Rijeka. This connection links the container terminal to the Croatian highway network, providing easy access to the western part of the city and the Rijeka bypass, thereby enhancing overall traffic safety.
Porthos has officially greenlit the implementation of the Netherlands’ inaugural large-scale CO2 transport and storage system, marking a critical step in combating climate change. The €1.3 billion Porthos infrastructure project is set to commence construction in Rotterdam in 2024, with operations expected to begin by 2026. A joint venture involving EBN, Gasunie, and the Port of Rotterdam Authority, Porthos aims to reduce CO2 emissions in the Rotterdam port industry by approximately 10%, making a substantial contribution to the Dutch government’s climate policy.
Hungary’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Péter Szijjártó, announced the anticipated completion of the Budapest-Belgrade (BuBe) railway line by 2025. Seen as a crucial component of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), the BuBe line is strategically positioned to provide robust connections to central and northern Europe, along with facilitating access to southern European ports.
