TIR live in Iraq 
The global TIR transit system will become operational in Iraq on 1 April 2025. The launch is expected to support cross-border transport by improving transit security and efficiency. TIR is set to play a key role in Iraq’s development road project, which aims to link southern... more
SGV calls for efficient restructuring
SGV, an association of Swiss SMEs, has called for a restructuring of SBB Cargo, to ensure that single wagonload transport (EWLV) becomes financially self-sustaining as soon as possible. This follows the adoption of the revised freight transport act by the Swiss parliament, which... more
Alstom Traxx for Slovenia
Alstom has signed a contract with SŽ Tovorni promet (Slovenian Railways freight division) to supply 30 Traxx universal multi-system electric locomotives. Valued at approximately EUR 150 million, the locomotives will operate in Slovenia, Germany, Austria, Czechia,... more
“A tactical escalation” 
Freight theft in the USA’s railway networks. According to the Association of American Railroads, freight thefts increased by 40% in 2024, leading to additional costs of around USD 100 million for the largest railroads. more
E-trucks powered by TST
Logistics provider TST has reported it has launched its first high-power charging park for electric trucks under the new ‘PamSun’ brand. Located at its Worms logistics site, the facility includes eight DC chargers (3 x 400 kW, 3 x 240 kW, 2 x 160 kW) mainly powered by TST’s... more
US-Mexico-Canada trade development
In 2024, transborder freight between the USA, Canada and Mexico reached USD 1.6 trillion, up by 1.8% compared to 2023, according to the USA's 'Bureau of Transportation Statistics'. Trade with Mexico increased by 5.1% to USD 840 billion, while trade with Canada declined by... more
Partnership for pallet logistics
The ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) has partnered with Pallet Control Tower (PCT) to enhance the management of EUR pallets and returnable transport items (RTIs). The collaboration aims to streamline pallet exchange and establish the EUR pallet system as a global standard. A key... more
Siemens retrofits DB cargo locomotives
DB cargo UK is modernising its fleet with the European Train Control System (ETCS), in partnership with Siemens mobility. The first phase involves retrofitting nine class 66 locomotives, marking the start of a wider programme to equip all units of this series with the... more
CSRD-compliant carbon tracking
DKV Mobility has reported it has introduced the DKV Mobility ‘Carbon Monitor’, enabling businesses to analyse and document fleet emissions in compliance with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The tool provides an annual CO₂e report. Emissions are... more
TJA welcomes the millionth Renault truck
Renault Trucks has produced its one-millionth vehicle at the Bourg-en-Bresse plant, where trucks for construction have been manufactured since 1964. The milestone Renault Trucks T will be delivered to Portuguese company TJA, as Renault reports. The vehicle is part of TJA’s... more