Pall-Ex: different size, easier distribution 
The Pall-Ex Group in UK has introduced ‘Parcel Pallet’, which includes a new pallet size for parcel distribution measuring 0.6 m x 0.8 m x 1 m and featuring a maximum weight of 150 kg. This differs from the standard base micro pallet currently offered within the sector, as... more
Man: series-produced e-trucks ready in H1/2024
The German-based manufacturer is starting series production of the new electric truck at its Munich plant next year. The company has already trained 2,600 employees in the safe handling of high-voltage technology and new electric components in more than 17,000 training hours.... more
Green transport links between EU and Central Asia
The European Commission has published the results of the Study on Sustainable Transport Connections between Europe and Central Asia offering a basis for major potential investments in sustainable transport connections between the EU and Central Asia. The study, conducted by... more
Narrow-gauge locos ordered for grain transport
The Western Australian cooperative CBH has commissioned Wabtec to build 17 CM20ACi dual-cab, diesel-electric locomotives. The first tranche of five of these narrow-gauged locomotives will arrive in Australia in the March quarter of 2026 and will be operational soon after.... more
PTV launches route planner for e-trucks
The online tool calculates suitable routes for any electric truck or van, regardless of brand. Companies planning shipments can select the desired electric truck or van on the electronic platform and enter the start and destination points of the route, the payload weight and... more
Loco drivers: major generation change ahead
They always sit in the front row, have a company vehicle with up to 10,000 horsepower, and yet their journeys are eco-friendly. We are referring to ÖBB’s more than 4,400 locomotive drivers. 15 new drivers have recently completed the training to become "universal train... more
Malungsfors terminal joins Green Cargo’s network
The Swedish carrier will add the terminal, which is located approximately 350 km from Gothenburg, to its network in December 2023. This will directly benefit the forestry logistics company Träfraktkontoret for which Green Cargo handles transports by rail. Initially, the... more
Chile: dramatic rise in freight crime
The pandemic-induced measures reduced the incidence of cargo theft in Chile. But now, after the Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted, levels of crime have sprung back with vengeance to 27% higher than pre-pandemic levels, according to a new report. The underlying factors... more
VTG: first carbon-neutral maintenance workshop
In the rural town of Grossräschen in the German federal state of Brandenburg, the leasing company is investing EUR 10 million to build a sustainable workshop for the maintenance and repair of its fleet of freight wagons. The 1,700 sqm facility will have the capacity to... more
AI knows when drivers are tired
The system is an AI-based video telematics solution from Add Secure. It senses when drivers are tired. The software includes a front-facing camera for external recording, an IR sensor to detect driver fatigue or distraction, and a small internal display that shows and triggers... more