All Asia articles – Page 85
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FeatureCar carriers opt for Hambantota
Long berth delays at the Sri Lankan port of Colombo has led the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) to route all car carriers through Hambantota port starting May 31st 2012. Despite making additional parking areas available in Colombo, the SLPA concedes that the parking remained highly congested given ...
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FeatureGlobal round up
Прочтите эту статью на русском языкеFinnlines adds ro-ro vessels to fleetRo-ro operator Finnlines, part of the Grimaldi Group, has introduced two new ro-ro vessels to its fleet this month, the third and fourth of six new ships coming into operation this year. The MS Finnsky and ...
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FeatureLow-price drive only a temporary goal
Прочтите эту статью на русском языкеChinese carmakers are looking beyond their traditional focus on price and competition in the entry-level vehicle markets around the world and pushing up standards in terms of product and service levels, with assistance from government to guide improved networks abroad in ...
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FeatureLogistics in China is lagging behind infrastructure
Прочтите эту статью на русском языке Logistics processes in China are lagging behind the impressive development of the country's infrastructure, with the integration between networks and modes needing drastic improvement. At last week's Automotive Logistics China conference in Beijing, carmakers, logistics providers and ministry representatives discussed the ...
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FeatureV-Scope for improvement
MarciaMacLeod learns about how Vascor integrates its software with that of OEMs to ensure efficient deliveryWhen Toyota opened its first US plant in Kentucky, a joint venture was formed between APL Logistics and Fujitrans to handle logistics. Today, Vascor–celebrating its 25th anniversary this year–operates across North America, working primarily ...
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FeatureGlobal round up
CarGoLog service for deliveries in ItalyA new finished vehicle service in Italy is promising direct delivery of vehicles from manufacturers to dealerships through the country as well as offering value-added ancillary services including pre-delivery inspection (PDI). Called CarGoLog, the company was founded in 2009 but has expanded during 2011 ...
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Evonik explosion threatens severe parts shortage
A fire at a polymer materials supplier in Germany could hit the supply of vehicle components with a risk to production of vehicles in Europe and wider markets as rival producers and parts suppliers forecast a severe shortage within weeks. OEMs are now working with their suppliers and industry ...
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FeatureVW begins PDC network development
Volkswagen has started work on a new 16,000-square metre parts distribution centre (PDC) in Gurgaon, India, which is expected to be up and running by the end of the year. Work on the centre, designed to serve the Northern region of India which accounts for 35-40% of the carmaker’s ...
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FeatureWWL adjusts to a new reality
In its latest Environmental Sustainability Report, Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics reports that it is on track to reduce its “relative greenhouse gas emissions” by 30% by 2015 compared to 2005, through improvements in fleet use, energy efficiency and new vessels. The latter point includes the use of larger ships, as ...
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FeatureNissan increases model line at Sunderland
In a further boost to manufacturing and supply at Nissan's Sunderland plant in the UK, the carmaker has announced it will begin producing a new midsized hatchback model at the plant from 2014, bringing annual output at the plant to more than half a million units, with big demands on ...
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FeatureGlobal round up
DAF invests €30m in Eindhoven PDCPACCAR subsidiary DAF Trucks is investing €30m ($39m) in a new 26,000-square-metre parts distribution centre (PDC) in Eindhoven, the Netherlands. The facility, which is due for completion in the first half of 2013, will replace the truckmaker's existing PDC in Eindhoven and provide additional capacity ...
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FeatureExecutives on the move
Vicki Streukens is moving from her position as General Motors' director of vehicle logistics for North America to take up a new role as director of logistics, customer care and aftersales at the carmaker. Streukens has been director of vehicle logistics since 2006 having previously served in a variety of ...
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FeatureEuro rail providers combine networks
SNCF Geodis, the transport and logistics division of French rail provider SNCF Group, is combining part of its transport network with Swiss intermodal rail operator, Hupac. The two companies have begun working on a combined and expanded service on the east-west European route via France and Belgium. This month SNCF ...
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FeatureToyota JV begins exports from India
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), the joint venture between Toyota Motor and Indian engineering conglomerate Kirloskar Group, has started exports of Etios models to South Africa from its facility near Bangalore via the port of Ennore. It is the first time the company, in which Toyota has a controlling 89% share, ...
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FeatureArgentina under pressure to change import rules
Argentina has come under renewed pressure from the WTO for its import-licensing measures which member states said are restricting trade across a range of goods including vehicles and automotive parts. At last Friday's Council for Trade in Goods meeting in Geneva, Michael Punke, the deputy US trade representative, complained ...
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FeatureNorth American vehicle imports on the rise
Recent figures from industry analysts and regional manufacturing associations show that North America is seeing significant growth in demand for imported vehicles, boosting volumes for vehicle carriers serving the market. Data from Autocorp and Reuters show that sales of imported cars were up 17.7% in March to 246,522 against the ...
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FeatureGefco reports 12.9% increase in turnover
French logistics provider Gefco has reported a turnover of almost €3.8m for 2011, a 12.9% increase compared to 2010. Operating income reached a record €223m according to the company, representing a 5.9% turnover. The company said that the opening of new subsidiaries and major external growth enable it to win ...
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FeatureThe needless damage done
Damage prevention Who foots the bill? Putting the pieces back together Less damage, greater savingsThird party possibilities?Malcolm Weatley finds out how insurance claims handling companies are working with manufacturers and logistics providers to identify damage trends and make claims process faster and smoother, with the aim of reducing incidents and ...
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FeaturePacking a knockdown punch
With CKD operations crucial to many manufacturers’ global strategies, Anthony Coia looks at the issues of cost, reusability and customisation in packaging the vital kits One way packaging; 3PL services; The cardboard way; Economic efficiencies; Packaging solutions; Logan's run; Three-pronged approach.As a method of vehicle assembly, the complete knockdown system ...
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FeatureLooking to Turkey for optimism
Impact of the eurozone crisis Light coming from commercial vehicles Improving distribution...by rail ...by road ...by seaEntering new markets With the European economy and automotive sales outlook uncertain, logistics providers have looked to Turkey for expansion. Last year set records as production increased 9% and the domestic market rose by ...