Europe’s Self-Driving Trucks Poised for Cross-Border Freight Breakthrough

EU-funded researchers are accelerating the roll-out of autonomous heavy vehicles on public roads, positioning self-driving trucks as a practical answer to labour shortages and sustainability goals in European logistics. The International Road Transport Union (IRU) warns that 425,000 truck driver posts are already unfilled across Europe, a gap that automation could help bridge.     […]

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EU Green Freight Corridors: The Legislation, Funding and Infrastructure Deadlines Shaping 2025-2030 Logistics

In 2025, the European Union locked several pieces of legislation and funding in place that, taken together, give practical effect to the long-discussed idea of “green freight corridors” linking seaports with inland logistics hubs. Because the measures are now law or backed by published financing decisions, they provide a verified framework that transport operators can […]

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Border Scanning Technology Brings Gains for Freight Forwarders

Romania’s customs agency has recently activated two advanced X-ray scanners at major crossing points along its borders with Serbia and Ukraine in an effort to reinforce the EU’s outer borders. The stationary scanning units have been set up at Moravița, the largest border customs office on the border with Serbia and at Isaccea which ranks […]

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Obstacles in Managing Pallet Exchange across Road Freight Operations

In road freight operations, pallet exchanges often create inefficiencies and disruptions across the supply chain in Europe. Typical problems include overly strict acceptance rules at unloading sites, limited availability of suitable return units, absence of signed confirmation documents, and the return of incorrect or incompatible pallet types.   Stricter Acceptance Criteria Standards like the EUR/EPAL […]

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Rail Freight Crew Transitions and Their Impact on Cargo Flow

Rail freight transportation depends on effective crew transitions to maintain operational efficiency and cargo integrity. Yet, European logistics companies may face challenges stemming from inadequate crew updates, differing operational approaches, and uneven handling of technical glitches, all of which can disrupt the smooth movement of goods.   Crew Briefing Issues The process of handing over […]

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Forwarding Duties in Multi-Port Sea Freight

Effective cargo management across multiple ports involves complex operational and legal responsibilities. Forwarders must accurately document cargo movements, identify the point of damage if any occurs, and lodge claims under the appropriate liability regime.   Documenting Multi-Port Movements When cargo passes through multiple ports, forwarders must keep records of various types of transport documents that […]

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Challenges Forwarders Face during Nighttime Rail Operations

Rail freight movement during nighttime hours operates under a distinct set of limitations. These include high staff turnover, the unavailability of essential support services, and restrictions that compress transit into narrow daytime windows, all of which limit the forwarder’s ability to maintain consistent and reliable service.   Night Shifts Night shifts are less appealing to […]

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