In the Almaty region, the establishment of a transport and logistics hub (TLH) aimed at optimizing freight transportation is in the planning stages. According to the Ministry of Transport, details of the project are actively being worked out in collaboration with the national railway company “Қazakhstan temіr zholy” and local authorities to facilitate the movement of goods along key routes.
The Container Exchange Route (CER) on the Maasvlakte has officially commenced operations after an extensive preliminary phase, marking a significant milestone in enhancing the container infrastructure at the Port of Rotterdam. The 17-kilometre-long closed road network interconnects key container terminals, including Rotterdam World Gateway (RWG), Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam’s Delta terminal, and QTerminals Kramer Rotterdam’s terminals and depots. This innovative system facilitates diverse forms of transport, such as Multi Trailer Systems (MTS), Terminal Tractor Units with chassis (TT), and conventional trucks, utilized by affiliated parties through various carriers.
EVN is a leading international company providing energy and environmental services, headquartered in Lower Austria. In collaboration with ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG), EVN has been transporting municipal waste to Dürnrohr for thermal utilization on behalf of its partner BAWU, the Lower Austrian Waste Association, for 20 years, establishing itself as a pioneer in sustainability and climate protection.
Madrid/Copenhagen – Inditex, the parent company of renowned fashion brands such as Zara and Massimo Dutti, has joined forces with the freight group Maersk to significantly reduce its overall greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from maritime logistics. This reduction will be achieved by integrating alternative fuels on all inbound routes with the carrier. Through the ECO Delivery Ocean program, Maersk replaces fossil fuels on its ships with green fuels such as green methanol or second-generation biodiesel derived from waste feedstocks. This initiative is anticipated to result in an estimated reduction of over 80% in GHG emissions compared to conventional sources.
Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has achieved a significant milestone at its Container Terminal Altenwerder in Hamburg by fully transitioning its Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) fleet to battery power. This move is part of HHLA’s ongoing initiative to systematically replace fossil fuel-dependent vehicles with eco-friendly alternatives.
From November 24 to 25, in the city of Turkistan, with the support of the administration of the Turkistan region, an international economic forum titled “Turkistan: Tourism, Economy, Investments” took place. One of the central topics of discussion was the prospects for the development of the Silk Road.
The Latvian mobile operator and technology company, LMT, in collaboration with SIA “LVR Flote,” the primary company of the Freeport of Riga Authority responsible for port technical services, has successfully conducted trials of 5Gt technology. These trials pave the way for future utilization of 5G benefits on the high seas.
გეტებორგის პორტმა, პარტნიორებთან, მათ შორის Stena Line-თან, კილის პორტთან და ჰამბურგის პორტთან ერთად, გეტებორგში გამართულ კონფერენციაზე სახელწოდებით „მწვანე სატრანსპორტო დერეფნები - ევროპისა და სკანდინავიის დამაკავშირებელი“ წარადგინა მწვანე სატრანსპორტო დერეფნების წარმატებული განხორციელება.
Impala Terminals Group has successfully secured the acquisition of the HES Hartel Tank Terminal through a competitive auction process. Renamed as ‘Impala Energy Infrastructure Netherlands,’ this terminal boasts a storage capacity of approximately 1.3 million cubic meters for bulk liquid energy products. In a significant move, Impala commits to investing between 90 and 100 million euros over the next two years to finalize the terminal’s construction, with the transaction anticipated to conclude in the coming days.
Seoul, South Korea – A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Kumho Tire, one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. The signing took place last week at Kumho Tire’s Headquarters in Jongno-gu, Seoul.
