Hegelmann Transporte signs for 540 DAF XFs
The international transport company Hegelmann Transporte Group intends to continue its expansion with 540 DAF XF 480 tractor units over the next two years.
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Krone Group again with record sales
Despite difficult conditions in some areas, the Krone Group generated new record sales of EUR 2.1 billion in the 2017/2018 financial year (August 1 - July 31), well above the previous year's level.
read more...BTK Logistik relies on over 50 new Kögel trailers
BTK Befrachtungs- und Transportkontor GmbH, headquartered in Rosenheim, Bavaria, is replacing part of its existing fleet of over 180 trailers with more than 50 new Kögel Lightplus trailers.
read more...Latest generation of Renault Trucks T now available to order
Renault Trucks launches the T 2019 model version on the market. The new Euro VI Stage D emissions standard engine reduces fuel consumption by three percent.
read more...DHL returns to transport logistic
In 2019, transport logistic aims to reaffirm its position as the leading international platform for the logistics industry. The trade fair is growing primarily from abroad - and is also pleased that DHL is returning as an exhibitor.
read more...Scania supplies trucks for e-highways
Three e-highway practical tests are planned in Germany next year. Scania will provide the necessary vehicles. The 15 trucks are to be tested on several transport routes by haulage companies.
read more...Elvis files suit against Daimler
Europäische Ladungs-Verbund Internationaler Spediteure AG (Elvis) is planning a further lawsuit against Daimler AG and thus against the truck cartel via its subsidiary Themis Schaden GmbH. The claims resulting from the purchase of 10,000 vehicles are to be bundled in this action.
read more...New composition of the Executive Board team
Three new top managers on the Schenker Management Board
Schenker AG has positioned itself for the future with three new top managers. Xavier Garijo, Christian Drenthen and Thorsten Meincke will head the Contract Logistics, Land Transportation and Air/Sea Freight divisions of the Management Board.
read more...Kögel FastSlider saves time when loading
The FastSlider sliding tarpaulin system from Kögel enables quick and easy handling during loading and unloading. The system is available as an option for various versions of the Kögel Cargo, Mega and Lightplus platform trailers of the Novum generation.
read more...Cologne tests plug-in hybrids from Ford in city traffic
Together with Ford, the city of Cologne wants to test ten plug-in hybrid vehicles. The project aims to investigate the extent to which hybrid drives can contribute to achieving the city's clean air targets. To this end, ten Ford Transits with plug-in hybrid drives will be used by municipal companies in urban traffic from spring 2019.
read more...Autonomous driving - Bosch relies on three pillars
The precise localization of automated vehicles is critical to safety. This is why Bosch relies on a combination of hardware, software and services when it comes to safe, automated driving.
read more...Volvo Trucks delivers fully autonomous transportation solution to customers
Volvo Trucks and the Norwegian company Brønnøy Kalk AS have signed an agreement under which Volvo Trucks will transport limestone from an open pit mine to a port facility using a commercial autonomous transport solution.
read more...CVC acquires stake in DKV Mobility Services Group
CVC Capital Partners Fund VII has signed an agreement to acquire a 20 percent stake in DKV Mobility Services Group. The family shareholders and previous sole owners will remain on board with a stake of 80 percent.
read more...LTG buys first truck trailer at auction - proceeds go to driver initiative
Langenlonsheimer Transport GmbH (LTG) has bought a Krone Profi Liner in the new Brummi Edition at auction. The proceeds will be used to support the joint initiative of the Federal Association of Road Haulage, Logistics and Disposal (BGL) and Krone to strengthen the image of professional drivers.
read more...ELVIS wants to research driver shortage
The European Association of International Freight Forwarders (ELVIS) wants to tackle the driver shortage with scientific support. To this end, the association and the Institute of Business Administration at the University of Stuttgart conducted a survey of around 1,000 truck drivers.
read more...Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles: new collaboration with three start-ups
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will be working with three mobility start-ups in the future. The company will support the winners of the "Innovation Challenge" with a total of 150,000 euros as well as content.
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DB and China Railways intensify cooperation
Deutsche Bahn and China Railways (CR) intend to work together more closely in future. This was set out in a cooperation agreement between Deutsche Bahn CEO Dr. Richard Lutz and CR President Dongfu Lu.
read more...1000th customer for start-up easysub
The start-up easysub welcomed its 1000th customer, Schweitzer-Transporte. Easysub helps companies in the logistics and transport sector to find the best possible funding from the de minimis area and thus aims to guarantee the best possible subsidies from the BAG.
read more...DKV expands supply network
DKV has added 150 more Aral stations to its supply network. Customers can now pay for fuel and vehicle-related accessories at the additional stations using their
accessories via their DKV CARD.
read more...DB Schenker: First autonomous electric truck "T-Pod" in commercial operation
DB Schenker and Einride have launched the first commercial use of a fully electric, autonomous truck - the so-called "T-Pod". The e-truck will transport goods fully autonomously on DB Schenker's premises in Jönköping, Sweden.
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