The mood in the transport and logistics industry in Bavaria is improving. The current logistics barometer indicates a significant improvement in the business situation and rising expectations for the coming months.
The Federal Association of German Inland Shipping e.V. has welcomed the new internet portal with information on low water levels. It complements the electronic waterway information service Elwis.
The fuel supplier operates around 150 gas-powered trucks and cites significant savings potential. He also has demands for political action.
Freight forwarders benefit from digital documents for long trucks and nationwide uniform holiday driving bans. This is intended to reduce idle times and administrative effort.
Rising costs, traffic issues, and the desire for more flexibility: The KEP Study 2026 identifies out-of-home delivery as one of the most important trends in the parcel market. Industry expert Rico Back also confirms a fundamental restructuring on the last mile.
Westfalen has invested around one million euros in the establishment of a charging station in Steinfurt. There are two charging points available for trucks and four charging points for cars.
(dpa) No end in sight: The conflict between the USA and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz is escalating once again. Trump announces a new naval blockade and demands compensation for US protection in the strait. The Iranians scoff.
The F-MAX GEN 2.0 was the highlight for Ford Trucks Germany at the ADAC Truck Grand Prix. Otherwise, the appearance at the Nürburgring was all about dialogue with drivers and transportation companies.
The development of the company is a prime example of how acquisitions can drive growth in road freight transport as well as in air and sea freight.
(dpa/lno) The Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) is renewing the more than 800-meter-long quay facility in the Sandauhafen. This port handles the transshipment of ore and coal. From the perspective of Economic Senator Leonhard, the project has national significance.
(dpa) The head of the commercial vehicle manufacturer Daimler Truck, Karin Rådström, sounds the alarm. The EU's CO2 regulations and impending penalties could have existential consequences for the industry. What is the manager calling for?
(dpa/ha) The five-month complete closure of the right-bank railway line between Wiesbaden and Troisdorf marks the beginning of the extensive modernization of an important rail corridor. Freight traffic will predominantly be handled on the left bank, which will increase the utilization of the detour route.
New rules for electronic freight information will apply in the European Union starting July 9, 2027. Companies should use the time until then for preparation.
Quehenberger Logistics and the Geis Group have placed a firm order for 150 tractors. There are options for an additional 200 vehicles until March 2028.
The general cargo cooperation is launching CTL-Parcel for packages up to 20 kilograms. The processing will run through existing systems and a European courier, express, and parcel network.
In the future, the German Remondis branches will be able to access the vehicle portfolio of DAF Trucks via a central ordering platform. The companies have signed a corresponding cooperation agreement.
With the first 60 cars of the type Laaeffrs 560.4, DB Cargo Automotive is modernizing its fleet. The vehicles are designed for heavier and taller passenger cars and are already in use within the network.
Update for the Renault Master regarding interior, controls, and battery. The small, affordable battery is now also available for the chassis cab. As part of the model refresh, the proportion of recycled materials is being increased.
In the first half of 2026, 74 percent of the area revenue was generated from locations within the city limits. A total of approximately 200,000 square meters was transacted.
The federal cabinet has approved the transport budget for 2027. The largest share of investments will go to rail transport, followed by federal highways and waterways.
