All Europe articles – Page 3
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Dividing the waters: European finished vehicle ports review
The European automotive industry is under pressure, in transition and uncertain. International geopolitical disputes and tariffs continue to impact trade.
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Automotive logistics in the CEE region navigates turbulent waters
With economic uncertainty and rising costs, CEE logistics firms are adapting to nearshoring, digitalisation, and supply chain disruptions.
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BMW pioneers hydrogen-powered trucks to transform European freight
BMW’s H2Haul pilot launches hydrogen fuel cell trucks across Europe, enhancing logistics efficiency and sustainability with rapid refuelling and innovation in energy systems.
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Grimaldi builds strong connections between Europe and China
While it strengthens terminal operations in its European network, Grimaldi is also dedicating vessels for the China-Europe trade in EVs.
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Audi supply chain series: Adding value through logistics
In this special interview and series, Audi head of supply chain Dieter Braun reveals how logistics can add value through a holistic view.
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Renault exports help boost vehicle trade between Morocco and Europe
Renault led vehicle volume exports from its two plants in Morocco to Europe in 2024, increasing throughput through Tanger Med port
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UECC outlines biofuel strategy for maritime decarbonisation in Europe
UECC is advancing its sustainble strategy for cleaner finished vehicle logistics, helping OEM customers meet regulatory goals in Europe for cleaner maritime transport
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Future-proofing automotive packaging for efficiency
Legacy packaging is a roadblock to automated logistics. Standardisation and strategic design can boost efficiency and reduce waste.
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Daimler Truck wins VDA logistics award for electrifying inbound logistics
Daimler Truck is scaling e-trucks for inbound logistics in Germany, cutting emissions with its Electrify Inbound Logistics project by 2026.
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Flexis leverages Renault-Volvo-CMA CGM network for European EV supply
Flexis is localising European EV van production, leveraging nearshoring, battery sourcing, and shared platforms to cut costs and emissions.
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Analysis
Europe makes strong investment in artificial intelligence for future innovation
The EU’s €200 billion InvestAI Initiative is set to transform Europe’s industries with AI-driven solutions, enhancing data-driven decision-making and optimising manufacturing efficiency.
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How tariffs, tech and trade shifts are reshaping logistics
New tariffs, EV localisation and digitalisation are reshaping global auto logistics. Explore key trends and strategies for supply chain resilience.
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Europe’s shift from export dominance to import growth
Europe’s automotive logistics landscape is undergoing rapid transformation as market forces, geopolitical shifts and Chinese OEM investments reshape the region’s supply chains.
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Barcelona port doubles containerised car imports in 2024
Vehicle exports from the Spanish port Barcelona continue to recover and while imports are down there has been a doubling of cars in containers imported.
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Chinese OEMs continue vertical integration of FVL
Chinese OEMs like BYD and SAIC Motor expand ro-ro fleets to ease export logistics amid global shipping capacity constraints.
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How OEMs are cutting logistics costs in 2025
OEMs face cost pressures from price wars, EV shifts and logistics. Discover how they’re cutting costs in production, supply chain & transport.
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VW Group moves over 1.2m vehicles through Emden port in 2024
VW Group saw a decline in vehicle throughput at Emden in 2024 and mixed fortunes in the sale of battery electric vehicles worldwide.
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China-Europe trade gets boost from CEX container service
Kawa Ningbo vessel makes first China-Europe maritime express container shipment to Zhejiang Seaport Logistics at JadeWeserPort in Germany.
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Indonesia waives tariffs on BYD imports ahead of local production
The Chinese carmaker is building a plant in Subang, West Java, which is due to open by the end of 2025 and is importing vehicles tariff free until then.
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SMMT: UK automotive faces investment and trade uncertainty
UK car exports fell in 2024 despite record EV sales. With investment competition intensifying and trade risks rising, the sector must navigate shifting economic and political realities.