All Shipping articles – Page 2
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Analysis
US election: A timeline of impacts on automotive logistics
From tariffs to trade disruptions, Trump’s presidency is impacting automotive logistics. Explore the timeline of key developments.
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Feature
Infographic: Audi’s production network and supply chain
Audi’s manufacturing and logistics network spans multiple continents and is undergoing significant changes. Learn more about each location and supporting logistics.
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News
NYK Line signs 'green corridor’ agreement with Port of Hueneme
NYK Line has signed an MoU with the US west coast port of Hueneme to foster innovation, reduce emissions and promote green technologies for inbound vehicle deliveries.
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News
US proposes heavy fees for China-related vessel calls
The United States Trade Representative is proposing to impose steep charges for vessels calling at US ports either owned by Chinese operators or bought from Chinese shipyards.
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Feature
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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Feature
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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News
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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Feature
Port Freeport invites OEMs to collaborate: ‘The doors are open’
Port Freeport is expanding to support OEMs, with record vehicle volumes, multimodal links, and new logistics infrastructure.
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News
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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Analysis
Trump’s reciprocal tariffs could disrupt automotive supply chain
Trump’s reciprocal tariffs could disrupt global automotive supply chains, raising costs for OEMs and reshaping trade flows.
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News
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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Feature
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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News
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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News
US-Panama Canal row escalates, threatens supply chain disruption
Further US threats to the Panama Canal are escalating tensions and fears of automotive supply chain distruption.
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News
China retaliates against Trump’s auto tariffs
China has imposed 10% tariffs on US vehicle imports in response to Trump’s trade measures, escalating tensions in the automotive sector.
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News
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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Feature
Automotive supply chain emissions: Tracking and reducing impact
Automotive supply chains must track and cut emissions to meet evolving regulations. Discover key strategies, standards and technologies.
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News
DP World builds on containerised vehicle service for Chery in Turkey
Following the merger of port operations at Izmit in Turkey, DP World is moving more imported cars in containers for Chinese brand Chery.
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Analysis
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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News
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.