Stefan Mecha will take over as Chairman of the Brand Board of Management of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles on July 1, 2025. Mecha is currently the Executive CEO of the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand with responsibility for the China region. | Image: Volkswagen
New CEO at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles: Stefan Mecha starts in July 2025
In the EMEA region, there are currently 931 AutoStore systems in operation across 35 countries, with an additional 172 systems awaiting installation. (Image: AutoStore)
Warehouse robots: AutoStore reaches more than 1,100 installations in EMEA
Cargo aircraft from UPS. (Photo: UPS)
transport logistic 2025: Logistics services from a single source at UPS
Ulrich Lange (left) and Christian Hirte are Parliamentary State Secretaries in the Federal Ministry of Transport. (Photo: Tobias Koch/Montage: HUSS-VERLAG)
Personnel: New State Secretaries for the Federal Ministry of Transport
The ship is controlled from a control center in Duisburg. The goal is to operate with a reduced crew in the medium term and to address the shortage of skilled workers. The authorization was granted by the General Directorate for Waterways and Shipping (GDWS). (Photo: HGK)
HGK: Remote-Controlled Inland Vessel in Test Operation
The independent commercial vehicle tire service network Pneunet was founded in 2014 - and continues to grow with international partners...(Photo: Pneuhage)
Tire Service: New International Partners in the Pneunet Network
Zufall Logistics saves emissions with a new service and transports CO2-neutrally. Photo: Zufall Logistics
Zufall Logistics: Delivery as Emission-Free Transport
Forto CEO Guillaume Petit-Perrin wants to fundamentally redesign global logistics with "Flash" – making it simpler, more transparent, and more efficient. (Photo: Forto)
When the bot makes the booking: Forto digitalizes the transport process
Autoterminal Bremerhaven: Transshipment hub for hundreds of thousands of vehicles in international seaport traffic. (Photo: BLG)
Vehicle Logistics Facing Headwinds: Industry Struggles with Declines and Uncertainty
(Photo: Messe Karlsruhe)
Nufam Day: Trade Fair Preview with a Focus on Hydrogen
(Symbol image: Pixabay)
Personnel: New Faces in the Industry (Week 21/2025)
Attention: Time and again, martens chew on the brake or coolant hoses of cars during the summer. Photo: HUK-Coburg
Law: Martens on the Hunt for Cables and Hoses
The new long-haul electric truck from Volvo has a range of up to 600 kilometers and can be charged in just 40 minutes. | Image: Volvo Trucks
Volvo Trucks: 600 km range and megawatt charging in the new FH Aero Electric
NUFAM 2025 will take place from September 25 to 28 at the Karlsruhe Trade Fair Center. For the past two years, the fair's organizers have been looking ahead to the event with the NUFAM DAY. | Image: Karlsruher Messe- und Kongress GmbH
NUFAM DAY 2025: Video provides online information about trade fair innovations and industry trends
The new DHL Health Logistics Campus in Florstadt from the air: With its specialized warehouses and state-of-the-art infrastructure, it is intended to function as one of Europe's major pharmaceutical hubs. (Photo: DHL)
DHL builds new logistics center for pharmaceutical logistics in Florstadt
One for all: The e-Berlingo MPV aims to appeal to price-sensitive private and commercial users. | Photo: Citroën
Citroën ë-Berlingo MPV: All-purpose electric van at a fair price - starting at 34,400 euros
TransFollow has integrated its e-CMR application into the TMS and onboard computer system of Transports Meunier to centralize all functions for managing orders and transport documents. The result is a fully digitized, paperless transport operation and a billing cycle shortened by 25 days. | Image: Transports Meunier
With e-CMR from TransFollow: Transports Meunier reduces billing period by 25 days
Within an hour, up to 250 pallets can be stored and retrieved in Henkel's new high-bay warehouse in Wassertrüdingen. (Image: Henkel)
Logistics Real Estate: New High-Bay Warehouse in Wassertrüdingen Enables Henkel to Fully Automate Storage
In view of U.S. customs policy, Home Depot is focusing on diversifying and regionalizing its supply chains. (Image: TMLsPhoto / stock.adobe.com)
Trade Conflict: Home Improvement Chain Home Depot Diversifies Supply Chains
In a show trailer, Mahle presents thermal management systems for batteries, efficient drives, and demanding interior comfort. | Image: Mahle
Autopromotec 2025: Mahle opens Thermonator Tour on thermal management technology in Bologna
The new canopies (white at the back in the image) expand the areas of the existing two locations Ahornstraße 4 (front right, with office) and Kastanienring 20 (middle left) to a capacity of 80,000 truck tires. | Image: Janine Augstein, Pneuhage/Interpneu
Space for 80,000 truck tires: Pneuhage massively expands warehouse capacities for truck tires in Hainichen
By the end of 2023, Zufall had already begun the first operational test runs with battery-electric transport vehicles. Since then, the share of the e-fleet has grown to more than 20% of its own fleet. | Image: Zufall
Emissions-Free Transport: Zufall Logistics Launches "Premium e" in CO2-Free General Cargo Logistics
The first building of the emerging VG Park Berlin-Bernau has already been leased. (Image: VGP)
Logistics Properties: CNB, Best4tires, and BerVaTek Distribution Company become tenants in the VGP Park Berlin-Bernau
In the image, the Port of Gothenburg. Image: Port of Gothenburg
Port of Gothenburg: Biomethane from Swedish Production Bunkered
Facade with Statement: The portrait of René Magritte will shape the new Mobull building in Brussels in the future – a homage to Belgian art. (Photo: Hasenkamp)
Art Logistics: Hasenkamp Expands Presence in Belgium
The ship is controlled from a control center in Duisburg. The aim is to operate with a reduced crew in the medium term and to address the shortage of skilled workers. The approval was granted by the General Directorate of Waterways and Shipping (GDWS). (Photo: HGK)
HGK: Remote-Controlled Inland Vessel in Test Operation
With Doll's proprietary electronic assistance systems, it is possible to control all central trailer functions from the driver's seat in the truck. (Photo: Doll Fahrzeugbau)
Low-bed trailers: Bode Bautechnik relies on Doll Tiefbett X
The new DHL Health Logistics Campus in Florstadt from above: With its specialized warehouses and state-of-the-art infrastructure, it is set to function as one of the major pharmaceutical hubs in Europe. (Photo: DHL)
Florstadt: DHL expands new logistics center for pharmaceutical logistics
Lufthansa Cargo will offer additional loading capacities to Italy starting in June. In the picture (from left) Ashwin Bhat, Chairman of the Executive Board of Lufthansa Cargo, and Jörg Eberhart, CEO and Managing Director of ITA Airways. Photo: Lufthansa Cargo
Lufthansa Cargo: Freight Hub Rome as Fifth Hub
The new electric truck from Volvo has a range of up to 600 kilometers and its batteries can be charged in 40 minutes. (Photo: Volvo Trucks)
600 kilometers range: Volvo Trucks introduces electric truck for long-distance transport
Contract signing in Rheine (from left to right): Tim Bittner and Dr. Michael Bargl (both Managing Directors of IDS), Philipp, Benedikt, Johannes, and Lukas Lohmöller (all Managing Directors of LSL Lohmöller) as well as Andreas Neudachin (Head of Forwarding LSL Lohmöller). (Photo: LSL Lohmöller)
IDS: Lohmöller Takes Over Osnabrück Region
Ready for the next round: Magma freighter on the ground, containers ready for loading. (Photo: Magma Aviation)
Africa: Magma Aviation Sets Course for the Future in the Air Cargo Business
The ETF insists on involvement in the Brenner Corridor and sees the exclusion of employees as a serious risk to the project. (Photo: Pixabay)
Brenner Corridor: ETF Warns of Security Risks
The provider of low-voltage batteries, Exide, is exhibiting at Autopromotec and sharing its knowledge through training sessions. | Image: Exide.
Autopromotec 2025: Exide presents innovative battery technologies and live training sessions
The flexible high-speed door V 5025 Z from Hörmann automatically reinserts itself after a forklift crashes into the door. | Image: Hörmann
Hörmann V 5025 Z: Self-repairing high-speed door reduces downtime in logistics
The Vipal booth at Autopromotec 2025. The program also includes interactive contributions. | Image: Vipal.
Autopromotec 2025: Vipal represents the rubber market and tire retreading
The Witt Group uses a material flow calculator developed by an in-house team. The solution is intended to help reduce delivery times. (Photo: Witt)
Fashion logistics: Fashion provider Witt employs self-developed material flow calculator
In the Czech city of Cheb, the online parts retailer Autodoc, together with the specialist TGW Logistics, has implemented a highly automated intralogistics system that can ship up to 50,000 orders to customers daily. | Image: Autodoc
50,000 orders per day: Auto parts dealer Autodoc launches high-tech logistics in Cheb
The new platform Cargoclix FLOW enables the flexible and transparent management of transport orders. (Symbol image: Gorodenkoff / stock.adobe.com)
transport logistic 2025: Cargoclix presents new platform for digital transport processing
Daniel Gerkens has been the new Head of Group Services at Vamed Care since May 2025. (Photo: Vamed)
Personnel: Daniel Gerkens is the new Head of Group Services at Vamed
Reviewed the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025 (from left to right): Matthias Pieringer, Editor-in-Chief of LOGISTIK HEUTE, Christine Harttmann, Editor-in-Chief of TRANSPORT, and Rainer Langhammer, Managing Director of HUSS-VERLAG GmbH. (Screenshot: HUSS-VERLAG)
CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: HUSS-VERLAG reviews B2B event
Empty shopping carts are collected in the parking lot of a Walmart market in Burbank, California, in April. (Photo: Damian Dovarganes/AP/dpa)
Trump complains about Walmart: "Absorb the tariffs"
Frank Bauer will assume the position of COO at Lufthansa Cargo on July 1, 2025. (Photo: Lufthansa Cargo)
Personnel: Frank Bauer becomes the new COO at Lufthansa Cargo
Wago uses robots in its expanded central warehouse to automate the shipping process. (Image: Wago)
Logistics real estate: Wago has automated the shipping process in the new central warehouse
Efficient space utilization at the Saarland Movianto site in Neunkirchen: up to five pallets can be inserted into one compartment. Seven compartments are stacked on top of each other and up to ten next to each other. | Image: Movianto
GDP-compliant cold chain expanded: Movianto increases storage capacity without new hall construction
Otto and Osapiens will jointly focus on software for product compliance in the future. (Stock image: yurolaitsalbert / stock.adobe.com)
IT for Compliance: Otto and Osapiens Collaborate on the Digital Product Passport
Thanks to increased acceleration and lift speed, up to 20% more pallet movements per hour are possible. | Image: Jungheinrich
"Jungheinrich POWERLiNE": Toy Giant Simba Relies on Li-Ion Forklifts in Sonneberg
VGP NV ("VGP") is a Europe-wide owner, manager, and developer of logistics and light industrial properties as well as a provider of renewable energy solutions. (Photo: VGP)
Logistics Real Estate: VGP Writes Energy Transition Success with Green Electricity
Maximilian von Löbbecke has been the new managing director at Renault Trucks Germany since April 1, 2025. He brings over 20 years of experience with manufacturers of trucks and special vehicles. | Image: Renault Trucks
Change in Management at Renault Trucks Germany: Von Löbbecke Succeeds Ruesche
The AirSave tire pressure control system from BPW is one of the cornerstones of trailer optimization. | Screenshot: Huss-Verlag.
Conference Days 2025: Preventing Vehicle Breakdowns with BPW Trailer Axles and Idem Telematics
With "BoxDryy," ThoMar OHG introduces a new generation of in-box desiccants designed to contribute to more sustainable logistics processes. (Image: ThoMar)
Shipping: Moisture Protection Without Additional Film
Modern port operation: The autonomous e-shuttle is soon to be deployed at the Belgian seaport, making internal container transport faster and more efficient. Photo: Port of Antwerp-Bruges
Port of Antwerp: Autonomous E-Shuttle for Containers Moves Forward
The red ribbon is cut at the opening of the new Kions spare parts center in Kahl (from left): Andreas Krinninger, President KION ITS EMEA, Christine Mezger Behan, Senior Vice President Supply Chain Operations of Kion, Julia Fischer, Mayor of Kahl, Markus Kellermann, Senior Director Regional Distribution Center Kahl, and René Sickler, Managing Director of Dematic DACH. (Image: Gunnar Knüpffer)
Spare Parts Logistics: Kion Group Opens Central European Distribution Center in Kahl
The Witt Group is using a material flow calculator that was developed by an in-house team. The solution is intended to help reduce delivery times. (Photo: Witt)
Fashion Logistics: Fashion Provider Witt Uses Self-Developed Material Flow Calculator
Vita Zahnfabrik has recently started commissioning with the Pick-by-Voice system LYDIA Voice. (Photo: EPG)
Pick-by-Voice: Vita Zahnfabrik switches to Lydia Voice
The guests of the Atlas-L4 closing event were offered test rides in the Atlas-L4 prototype trucks in addition to expert lectures by the project partners. | Image: MAN Truck & Bus.
Autonomous Trucks on the Rise: Politics and Business Celebrate the Completion of Project Atlas-L4
First test on public roads in Germany: Iveco, Plus, DSV, and dm have completed a development project in Krefeld, Germany, with an Iveco tractor unit featuring the semi-autonomous driver assistance system from Plus. | Image: Iveco
Semi-Autonomous Truck: Practical Test by Iveco, DSV, and dm
The Vienna Airport was able to handle more cargo in the first quarter of 2025. Photo: Vienna Airport
Vienna Airport: Cargo handling increased by eight percent
In response to the increasing demand for LCL transports, the "Vienna Consolidation" service utilizes Cargo-Partner's network in the CEE region. Photo: Cargo-Partner
Cargo-Partner: LCL Service from Tokyo to Central and Eastern Europe
Modern port operation: The autonomous e-shuttle is set to be deployed at the Belgian seaport soon, making internal container transport faster and more efficient. Photo: Port of Antwerp-Bruges
Port of Antwerp: Autonomous E-Shuttle Presented
(Image: Timocom)
Transport Market Barometer: Sentiment Remains Cautious
MEP Sophie Kircher, Deputy Chair of the Transport Committee in the European Parliament: "It is high time for this debate to get combined transport moving again." (Photo: Kombiverkehr)
Combined Transport: Kombiverkehr Puts Pressure on Brussels
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting logistics companies. (Symbol image: Ruan J / stock.adobe.com)
CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: Why Cybersecurity Must Become a Top Executive Priority
The AirSave tire pressure control system from BPW is one of the cornerstones of trailer optimization. | Screenshot: Huss-Verlag.
Conference Days 2025: Equipped with BPW Trailer Axles and Idem Telematics to Combat Vehicle Breakdowns
Patrick Schnieder presented his agenda for the current legislative period in the Bundestag on May 15. (Photo: Tobias Koch)
Politics: Federal Transport Minister Schnieder relies on speed and reliability
From left to right: Michael Gardner, Head of Pharma Specialized Network, Rainer Haag, CEO DHL Supply Chain Germany & Alps, Daniel Imbescheid, Mayor of the City of Florstadt, and Jan Zschiesche, Business Unit Director LSH at DHL Supply Chain Germany & Alps. (Image: DHL Group)
DHL Group: Life Sciences & Healthcare Campus in Florstadt becomes a European Pharmaceutical Hub
The TIP Group also presents customized rental solutions in Munich. (Image TIP Group)
transport logistic 2025: TIP Group focuses on sustainable fleet management
Cybercriminals are increasingly focusing on logistics companies. (Symbol image: Ruan J / stock.adobe.com)
CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: Safe through the digital supply chain
From the hands of Dr. Patrick Schnieder, Federal Minister for Transport (right), Steffen Bauer, CEO of HGK Shipping, received permission for his company to conduct test operations of remotely controlled inland vessels in the German canal network. (Image: Stella Scheibenzuber | HGK Shipping)
Inland Navigation: HGK Shipping is allowed to test remote control in the German canal network
Iveco, Plus, DSV and dm have completed a development project with an Iveco semi-truck equipped with Plus's semi-autonomous driver assistance solution in Krefeld, Germany. It was the first test of this technology on public roads in Germany. (Image: Iveco)
Road Freight Transport: Semi-Autonomous Truck Passes Practical Test with Iveco, DSV, and dm
From left to right: Professor Iman Taha, Aalen University; Professor Dorit Schumann, President of Trier University of Applied Sciences; Professor Michael Wahl, Trier University of Applied Sciences; Professor Joachim Knebel, Head of Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering at KIT; Dr. Karla Hillerich, CZS; Professor Henrik te Heesen, Vice President of Trier University of Applied Sciences; Professor Frederik Zanger, KIT; Professor Harald Riegel, Rector of Aalen University; Matthias Stolzenburg, CZS.
Research: KIT, Trier University of Applied Sciences and Aalen University of Applied Sciences establish Center for Circular Economy
Iveco, Plus, DSV, and dm have completed a development project with an Iveco tractor unit featuring Plus's semi-autonomous driver assistance solution in Krefeld, Germany. It was the first test of this technology on public roads in Germany. | Image: Iveco
Partially Autonomous Truck in Practical Test: Iveco, DSV, and dm Draw Positive Conclusion
Visualization of the planned "Crossroads" project in the industrial district Fusion Cologne. (Image: Fusion Cologne/HGK)
Multilevel logistics properties: Thesauros and Fusion Cologne develop major projects “Crossroads” and “Gateway”
In both directions: Maxus has successfully tested bidirectional charging. | Photo: SAIC Maxus
Maxus intensifies bidirectional charging with Ambibox
Dietmar Hebel assumed the role of COO at MTTE in Osnabrück on April 1st. (Photo: MTTE)
Personnel: Dietmar Hebel is the new COO at MTTE
The new spare parts distribution center, with an area of approximately 22,000 square meters, was realized by the two Kion brands Linde Material Handling and Dematic.
Joint project by Dematic and Linde Material Handling: Kion opens highly automated spare parts distribution center in Kahl
The latest generation of diesel engines from MAN is used in the TGX, for example. | Screenshot: Huss-Verlag.
Conference Days 2025: The D30 from MAN – "The best and most efficient diesel in the world"
Power suppliers (from left to right): Josefin Link (PR Manager Eliso), Björn Lindner (Managing Director Deutschlandnetz), Johannes Brodführer (Founder and CEO of Eliso), Robert Straube (CEO of Eliso), Mayor of Georgsmarienhütte Ms. Bahlo, Laura Arzt (Public Sector & Affairs Specialist, Toll Collect GmbH), Amadeus Regerbis (Program Director Deutschlandnetz). | Photo: Eliso
Loading hub: Eliso opens first HPC location
The Nagel-Group is cooperating with the Eggers & Franke Group, a distribution company for premium spirits, wines, and sparkling wines. Photo: Nagel-Group
Nagel-Group: Logistics Services for Eggers & Franke
MAN's most modern diesel engine is being built at the MAN engine plant in Nuremberg, likely as the last of its kind. Photo: MAN
Conference Days 2025: "The best and most efficient diesel in the world"
Maxus has successfully tested bidirectional charging. | Photo: SAIC Maxus
Maxus: Test of Bidirectional Charging
Over a period of two months, the freight forwarders Kühne & Nagel and DB Schenker, the handling agent LUG, and the forwarding service provider CHI Cargo are testing digital pickup processes at Frankfurt Airport. (Image: Allivate).
Frankfurt Airport: Pilot Operation for Digital Pickup Process
Schewe Immobilien has speculatively constructed a logistics property in Dötlingen, Lower Saxony, with access to the federal highway B213. (Image: Schewe Immobilien)
Logistics Location: Schewe Immobilien Completes Logistics and Office Building in Dötlingen
Lobster has changed its product strategy and is now focusing less on individual solutions and more on a comprehensive platform for data integration. (Image: Lobster)
Digital Supply Chains: Lobster Introduces Digital Ecosystem "Lobster Data World"
At the contract signing for the continuation of the cooperation between Automechanika Frankfurt and the ASA Association (from left): Michael Johannes, Brand Manager Automechanika; Olaf Mußhoff, Director Automechanika Frankfurt; Marco Kempin, Vice President Finance of the ASA Association; Frank Beaujean, President ASA Association. | Image: ASA Association.
ASA Association elects new Vice President and renews partnership with Automechanika
High-performance high-pressure solutions allow for quick truck washing without high water consumption. | Image: Kärcher
Truck Wash: Kärcher Revamps Gantry Wash Systems for Commercial Vehicles with New High-Pressure Technology
Apparently, the trade with trucks of the Munich brand is increasingly becoming a target for fraudsters. Here is the MAN TGX model year 2025. | Image: MAN Truck & Bus.
Hands Off Bargain Offers: MAN Warns Against Fraud in Vehicle Trading
LOGISTIK HEUTE editor Gunnar Knüpffer (top left) welcomed the speakers on the virtual stage of the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: Daniel Mühl, COO of Apo.com Group (top right), as well as Frederick Paulsen, Logistics IT Specialist at IWL Internationale Wein Logistik GmbH (bottom left), and Ralf Gasper, Senior Sales Manager at Infios. (Screenshot: Matthias Pieringer)
CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: Automate Cleverly in Intralogistics
Enrico Pojer, Senior Consultant of Coglas, and his colleague Fazalrehman Khan, Sales Manager, explained at the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025 how the COGLAS WEB WMS can be implemented. (Screenshot: HUSS-VERLAG)
CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: How Coglas Implements a Warehouse Management System in Seven Days
Discussed with moderator Sandra Lehmann: Claus Weigel, International Senior Sales Manager of Sparck Technologies (top right), Armin Spitzbarth, Sales Director E-Commerce of Thimm Verpackung GmbH + Co. KG (bottom right), and Joshua Linn, Founder & Managing Director of TheOceanPackage (bottom left). (Screenshot: Therese Meitinger)
CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: How Packaging Brings Together Economy and Ecology
The EU finance ministers agreed in May on an improvement of the Import One-Stop-Shop system. (Stock photo: Jorisvo/stocka.dobe.com)
E-commerce: EU wants to improve the import one-stop-shop system
Panattoni is revitalizing a brownfield in the northeast of Augsburg and is developing the Panattoni Campus Augsburg there. Here is a visualization. (Image: Panattoni)
Logistics real estate: Panattoni develops campus with 17,400 square meters of hall space in Augsburg
Symbol image: Pixabay
Personnel: New Faces of the Industry (Week 20/2025)
The Nordfrost team led by Managing Director Philipp Brandstrup at this year's Breakbulk Europe. (Photo: Nordfrost)
Nordfrost: Heavy Goods and Project Cargo Services to be Presented at Breakbulk Europe
Better not to intentionally get too close to a speed camera—because, according to the Higher Regional Court of Hamm (OLG Hamm), anyone who manipulates or deactivates a measuring system commits a criminal offense. (Symbol image: Pixabay)
Court Judgment: Knocking Over a Speed Camera Constitutes a Criminal Offense
Strategic Expansion: On May 1, 2025, L.I.T. Speditions GmbH acquired parts of the transport business from van Eupen Logistik. Photo: L.I.T. Gruppe
L.I.T.: Acquisition of van Eupen Logistik
The wheel loaders of Franken-Schotter GmbH & Co. KG are equipped with VSNL tires from Bridgestone in the size 23.5 R25 as well as chains and are responsible for the transport of massive limestone blocks. (Photo: Bridgestone/Andreas Beil)
Construction Machinery: Franken-Schotter Relies on Bridgestone OTR Tires
Upon signing the purchase agreement: Christopher Beplat, Managing Director of Eurogate Intermodal, and Eugen Deisser, Managing Director of the Deisser Group. Photo: EGIM
Eurogate Intermodal: Acquisition of the Deisser Group
Clarios battery expert Patric Rückert gave a lecture at the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025 on the various battery technologies, their functions, and areas of application. (Photo: HUSS-VERLAG)
Conference Days 2025: Clarios presents on the future of commercial vehicle batteries in the onboard network
Miriam Theis, Business Development Manager Hydrogen for Mobility at Air Products GmbH, dedicated her presentation at the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025 to the emission-free transportation of heavy goods by hydrogen-powered trucks. (Photo: HUSS-VERLAG)
Conference Days 2025: Air Products on Hydrogen Solutions for Long-Distance Logistics
ACES has received a refrigerated box donated by Carrier on its campus in Kigali, Rwanda. (Photo: Carrier Transicold)
Carrier Transicold: Training on Sustainable Cold Chain Systems in East Africa
The two airlines Aircargonet International and AirBaltic have become partners. Photo: Kristaps Liepa AirBaltic
Aircargonet International: Cooperation with AirBaltic
Stefanie Schütt, Product Manager, and Jan Engelbart, Digital Solutions Manager, from Continental Reifen Deutschland GmbH spoke about digital tire management in commercial vehicle fleets at the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025. (Photo: HUSS VERLAG)
Conference Days 2025: How can digital tire management optimize the commercial vehicle fleet?
The heart of the new warehouse: three automated high-bay forklifts of type EKX 516a, which ensure maximum efficiency and safety. | Image: Jungheinrich
Future-Proof Pharmaceutical Logistics for Béres: Successful Automation in High-Bay Warehousing
Inventory: HOLM project manager Franziska Wouters presented the Atlas of Bicycle Logistics - along with it, exciting insights into the (moderate) state of knowledge about the potential of cargo bikes in commerce. | Photo: Screenshot
CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: Renaissance of Cycle Logistics - Slow but Steady
"By increasing capacities and exploring nearshoring opportunities, we will make Caucedo the most modern logistics center in the Caribbean," said Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman and CEO of DP World. Here is an archive photo from November 11, 2020. (Image: DP World)
Seaports: DP World invests 760 million US dollars in the Dominican Republic
The Salzgitter location of MAN Truck & Bus is gearing up for growth in zero-emission technologies, new models, and the shared modular system of the Traton Group. Therefore, the spare parts logistics center has been expanded by 30 percent. (Image: MAN Truck & Bus)
Spare Parts Logistics: MAN Truck & Bus Opens Expansion of Logistics Center in Salzgitter
Kuno Neumeier, CEO of the logistics real estate consulting company Logivest. (Photo: Logivest)
Interview on Logistics Real Estate: "Spaces in Interesting Locations Are Becoming Available Again"
Michael Rölli, Vice President Customer Management at Leoquantum GmbH, presents the "Cry of Logistics". (Image: Myleo / dsc)
transport logistic 2025: Myleo / dsc presents "Museum of Modern Yard"
The transport logistic (here a photo from 2023) will once again feature an extensive accompanying program in 2025. (Photo: Messe München)
transport logistic 2025: What the conference program offers visitors
Brabus Automotive has moved into the new "Verdion PremierPark Berlin." (Image: Verdion)
Logistics location: Brabus Automotive moves into Verdion Center south of Berlin
Inland vessels on the Rhine in Cologne. (Symbol image: travelview / stock.adobe.com)
Inland Waterway Transport: New Beginnings on the River
The components from the new universal parts range are reportedly offered in OE quality and come with a three-year manufacturer's warranty. (Photo: Febi Truck)
Febi Truck: New Universal Parts Range
The CTS Container Terminal in Cologne is now owned by HGK Logistics and Intermodal, just like the DCH Düsseldorf Container Port. Pictured is the CTS. Photo: HGK
HGK: Acquisition of Container Terminals in the Rhineland
With the One Road project, a uniform, efficient, and flexible pan-European road network is to be created. (Photo: Cargo-Partner)
Cargo-Partner: One Road Transport Network with Nippon Express
The regular operation for the new Smart Pick-up Module is planned for the second half of 2025. (Photo: Fraport AG)
Frankfurt Airport: Allivate Digitizes the Import Pick-Up Process
Mercedes-Benz Trucks will expand its battery-electric truck portfolio with additional variants based on the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600. The expanded portfolio will include, for example, tractor units and platform chassis with additional wheelbases, variants with two battery packs, as well as alternative long cab variants in various roof shapes. (Photo: Daimler Truck AG)
Mercedes-Benz: Further Variants of the eActros 600 Announced
With the BPEX's joining of the DVR, the parcel industry aims to emphasize its responsibility for traffic safety and good working conditions. Photo: Pixabay
BPEX: Joining the German Road Safety Council
Stefanie Schütt, Product Manager, and Jan Engelbart, Digital Solutions Manager, from Continental Reifen Deutschland GmbH spoke at the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025 about digital tire management in commercial vehicle fleets. GmbH. | Image: HUSS VERLAG
Conference Days 2025: How Digital Tire Management with Continental Optimizes the Commercial Vehicle Fleet
The Clarios battery expert Patric Rückert provided insights into the various battery technologies, their functions, and areas of application at the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025. | Image: HUSS VERLAG
Conference Days 2025: Clarios showcases the future of commercial vehicle batteries in the on-board network
Terre des Hommes opposes the demand made by Chancellor Friedrich Merz to abolish the EU Supply Chain Directive (CSDDD). (Photo: hkama/stock.adobe.com)
EU Supply Chain Law: Terre des Hommes Protests Against Proposed Abolition
Vera Schalwig and Joachim Scharnagl will join the Executive Board of Porsche AG in August 2025. (Photo: Porsche)
Staffing: Porsche Restructures its Executive Board
At the Jungheinrich booth at LogiMAT 2025 in Stuttgart, the agreement was sealed with a handshake. The official contract signing followed in April. (from left): Wicke Vice Sales Director Roger-Matthias Brendt, Jungheinrich Chief Technology Officer Maik Manthey, Wicke Partner and Managing Director of Research and Development Philip Schlösser, Jungheinrich Sales Director Nadine Despineux, both Wicke Partners and Managing Directors Stephan Schlösser and Christian Schrape. (Photo: Jungheinrich)
Logistics project: Wheel manufacturer Wicke receives automated central warehouse
Andreas Kebbel, Head of Business Unit, Integrated Assembly Solutions at RK Rose+Krieger, explained at the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025 how the RK Easys CUVE transport cart for robots can be used to approach different workstations. (Screenshot: HUSS-VERLAG)
CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: This is how the RK Easy CUVE robot is brought to various locations of use
Miriam Theis, Business Development Manager Hydrogen for Mobility at Air Products GmbH, dedicated her presentation at the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025 to the emission-free transport of heavy goods by hydrogen trucks. | Image: HUSS-VERLAG
CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: Air Products focuses on hydrogen solutions for long-distance logistics
After only one year of construction, MAN Truck & Bus has expanded the global logistics center in Salzgitter with a new construction phase as scheduled. The image shows the first pallet being transported into the racking warehouse. | Image: MAN Truck & Bus
MAN Spare Parts Center Grows Strongly: Focus on Traton Modular System and E-Components
The MAN Logistics Center in Salzgitter is expanding by 30%. (Photo: MAN Truck & Bus)
MAN Logistics Center Salzgitter: One Third Increase for Zero-Emission Technologies
Miriam Theis, Business Development Manager Hydrogen for Mobility at Air Products GmbH, dedicated her presentation at the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025 to the emission-free transport of heavy goods by hydrogen truck. | Image: HUSS-VERLAG
Conference Days 2025: Air Products advances hydrogen infrastructure for trucks and buses
Heidelberg-Amperfied was pleased to have a full booth at Smarter E. | Photo: G. Soller
Amperfied Dynamic DC: Strong Statement in the DC Business for Depot Chargers
In the "3D Easy Search Tool" from Febi Truck, users can find various components on a 360° rotatable 3D truck model and are redirected with a click to the corresponding page in the "partsfinder," the Bilstein Group's online cataloging system. | Image: Bilstein Group
Febi Truck facilitates spare parts search with new 3D tool for commercial vehicles
According to Anders Tenstam, Senior Technology Expert Aerodynamics at Volvo Trucks, unconventional methods have been employed and a technology used that is normally applied in airplanes, Formula 1 race cars, and wind turbines. (Photo: Volvo Trucks)
Volvo Trucks: Improved Aerodynamics Further Reduce Consumption
Stefanie Schütt, Product Manager, and Jan Engelbart, Digital Solutions Manager, from Continental Reifen Deutschland GmbH spoke at the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025 about digital tire management in commercial vehicle fleets. GmbH. | Image: HUSS VERLAG
Conference Days 2025: With ContiConnect Pro and Life to Greater Efficiency in Commercial Vehicles
Loading at the logistics center: Regional truck traffic could play a major role in electrification. | Photo: Elexon/DHL
T&E Analysis: Electrified Regional Transport Could Be a Driver of the Propulsion Shift
The Clarios battery expert Patric Rückert provided insights into the different battery technologies, their functions, and areas of application at the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025. | Image: HUSS VERLAG
Conference Days 2025: This is why AGM batteries are the better choice in trucks
According to Anders Tenstam, Senior Technology Expert in Aerodynamics at Volvo Trucks, unconventional methods were employed, using technology that is typically applied in airplanes, Formula 1 race cars, and wind turbines. (Photo: Volvo Trucks)
Volvo Trucks: Improvements in Aerodynamics
Primaklima, Carglass, and DEVK have now planted more than 100,000 trees in Nicaragua. (Photo: Primaklima / DEVK Versicherungen)
Carglass: "Repair for Nature" continues
At the RettMobil, the Mercedes-Benz Unimog is also displayed as the TLF 3000. (Photo: 2Lead / Schlingmann GmbH & Co. KG)
Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks: Unimog TLF 3000 and Atego HLF 10 at the RettMobil
The MAN Logistics Center in Salzgitter is growing by 30%. (Photo: MAN Truck & Bus)
MAN Logistics Center Salzgitter grows by 30% for zero-emission technologies
LOGISTIK HEUTE Editor-in-Chief Matthias Pieringer (top) kicked off the CONFERENCE DAYS 2025 by bringing Prof. Dr. Thomas Wimmer (middle), Honorary Chairman of the German Logistics Association (BVL), and Simon Schütz, Head of Communication, Events & Marketing at the German Automobile Industry Association e.V, onto the virtual stage. (Screenshot: HUSS-VERLAG)
CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: Logistics as the Backbone for Economy and Society
A Mercedes-Benz truck is parked in front of the headquarters of the Daimler Truck umbrella brand in Leinfelden-Echterdingen. | Image: Bernd Weißbrod/dpa.
Maintaining Competitiveness: Daimler Truck Plans Personnel Savings Program
The test ramp is capable of simulating gradients of up to 32.5%. | Image: Butt
32.5% Incline in Test: BMW Tests Vehicle Parts on New Ramp by Butt
MAN Truck & Bus is currently warning about a scam in the purchase of trucks. Affected individuals can contact any police station. Legal action has already been initiated. | Image: MAN Truck & Bus
Wave of Fraud with MAN Vehicles: Customers Are Being Deliberately Deceived in Vehicle Purchases
The IT specialist Setlog showcases the expansion of its OSCA software at transport logistic 2025. (Image: Tonefotografia/stock.adobe.com)
transport logistic 2025: Setlog brings new version of OSCA to Munich
Representatives of the twelve project partners of the ATLAS-L4 project at the closing event in Penzing with Ernst Stöckl-Pukall, Head of the "Digitalization and Industry 4.0" Division at the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs (first row, second from the right) and Georg Grüneißl, Head of Product Strategy and Planning at MAN Truck & Bus, as the representative of the project consortium leader (first row, center). (Photo: ATLAS-L4 Consortium)
ATLAS-L4: "Autonomous driving trucks are feasible!"
Rud, together with Hova Maschinenbau GmbH based in Adlwang (Austria), has implemented a movable hall roof for the Danubia warehouse in Enns. (Image: Rud)
Logistics properties: Danubia Speicherei relies on a movable roof by Hova and Rud
ID Logistics has rented additional logistics space in the Mittelweser Park near Hannover for a new e-commerce client. (Image: ID Logistics)
Contract Logistics: ID Logistics occupies additional space in the Mittelweser Park for a new e-commerce customer.
With the Flexley Mover P604 model, ABB is expanding its portfolio of fully autonomous mobile robots (AMR). (Image: ABB)
Automation: Mobile Robot with AI-Supported Autonomy
Group photo with truck: The responsible parties in the ATLAS-L4 project in Penzing drew an extremely positive conclusion and see the foundation laid for autonomous hub-to-hub transports with trucks. | Photo: MAN
MAN Atlas-L4 Project: Autonomous on the Highway - Mission Accomplished
Friedr. Dick in Deizisau: For the expanded logistics center, Element Logic is creating an AutoStore system with 33,000 storage locations for system containers. (Image: Friedr. Dick)
Logistics Automation: Knife Manufacturer Installs AutoStore System
Work together on digital damage management for Frigosped: Holger Piesche (left), owner of Intertaxexpert Assessment Management/myschaden24, and Mario Kaiser, head of central fleet management department, Frigosped. (Photo: Frigosped)
Digitalization: Frigosped automates damage management with Intertaxexpert
The small logistics company relies on the passive exoskeleton BionicBack from Htrius. (Photo: Htrius)
Ergonomics: Kleine Spedition GmbH decides on BionicBack exoskeletons
New CFO at the Upper Austrian Schwarzmüller Group: Georg Eckmair. | Image: Schwarzmüller Group.
Trailer: Schwarzmüller appoints new Chief Financial Officer
Group photo with truck: The responsible parties in the ATLAS-L4 project in Penzing drew an extremely positive conclusion and see the foundation laid for autonomous hub-to-hub traffic with trucks. | Photo: MAN
MAN Atlas-L4 Project: Autonomous on the Highway - Mission Accomplished!
Rhenus India aims to expand inland navigation in India, including on the Ganges and Brahmaputra. A memorandum of understanding was signed with the Indian Waterways Authority IWAI for this purpose. Photo: Rhenus Group
Rhenus: Inland Vessels Launch in India
A strong signal for sustainability: Dachser & Kolb has received a new certification according to ISO 14001:2015. Photo: Dachser & Kolb
Dachser & Kolb: Active Environmental Protection Confirmed
An exterior view of the Mittelweser Park with ID Logistics. Photo: ID Logistics
ID Logistics: Supply Warehouse for E-Commerce near Hanover
Shorter, logically structured warehouse routes enable employees to reach goods more quickly and reduce unnecessary detours. | Image: Topregal
Efficient Warehouse Structures: Why Restructuring the Shelves is Worthwhile
Vulcan can currently handle about three-quarters of the millions of products offered by the company, according to Amazon. (Image: Amazon)
Physical AI: Amazon presents robot with sense of touch
Amazon created more than 4,000 permanent jobs in Germany last year. In total, more than 40,000 permanent employees now work for Amazon in the Federal Republic. (Photo: Amazon)
Labor market: Amazon has created more than 4,000 new jobs in Germany in 2024
Same-day delivery: Amazon aims to become even faster for customers. (Photo: Amazon)
Same Day Delivery: Amazon expands same-day delivery
The delivery by drone was also a topic at med.Logistica. (Image: Leipziger Messe)
Hospital Logistics: med.Logistica 2025 Draws a Positive Conclusion
Filderstadt: Metzger Autoteile has commissioned Kardex Mlog as the general contractor to build an automated high-bay warehouse and expand the existing AutoStore capacity with a second installation from the previous 30,000 to over 110,000 boxes. (Photos: Metzger Autoteile)
Spare Parts Logistics: Metzger Autoteile Constructs New Logistics Center in Filderstadt
EPAL has, among other things, a QR code pallet in its trade show luggage for transport logistic 2025. (Photo: EPAL)
transport logistic 2025: EPAL showcases sustainable load carriers
The BALM is testing a new weight control system on the A4 - overloaded trucks are to be checked more quickly and precisely in the future. (Photo: BALM)
Heavy Goods Traffic: Pilot Project for Weight Control on the A4
Sustainable refrigerated transport: Dirk Mutlak and Andreas Schmitz at the vehicle handover. Photo: Schmitz Cargobull
Schmitz Cargobull: Tevex Logistics receives 166 refrigerated vehicles
Image symbolizing the transformation in vehicle technology: The plug at the charging station represents the shift towards electromobility—and the challenges associated with it. (Pixabay)
Road Traffic: EU Flexibilizes CO2 Fleet Limits
Long-term development of the truck toll mileage index in Germany on an annual basis (average), based on the calendar and seasonally adjusted data of the truck toll collection. (Graphic: HUSS-VERLAG)
Truck Toll Mileage Index (Update April 2025) Germany
Bavaria's Finance and Homeland State Secretary Martin Schöffel praised the new plant as a signal to the industry and a commitment to progress, sustainability, and responsibility. | Image: Kögel
Kögel Cool Liteshell: Lighter, more robust, more sustainable - Panel production in-house
Sustainably on the move: The world's northernmost shipping company, Wasaline, operates sustainable freight shipping. Photo: Wasaline
Shipping company Wasaline: Hybrid ferry receives extra ship battery
An exemplary view of the Axpo PV parking lot canopy at the MOSOLF location in Vatry near Paris. | Photo: MOSOLF Group
Mosolf: Largest PV Parking Lot Canopy in Europe
At the heart of the awards is the combination of logistics and process innovation with modern information technology. (Image: peshkova / stock.adobe.com)
40th AKJ Annual Congress: Motherson and Schmitz Cargobull Win elogistics Award 2025
The investment volume for the new logistics property in Lüneburg amounts to approximately 27 million euros. (Image: Garbe Industrial Real Estate)
Speculative New Construction: Garbe Industrial Real Estate Celebrates Topping-Out Ceremony in Lüneburg
As part of a franchise concept, Schmitz Cargobull uses specially equipped vehicles that act as mobile workshops. | Image: Schmitz Cargobull
Schmitz Cargobull launches mobile service vans for on-site trailer maintenance
The products of the Tutela-Iveco range meet the technical requirements of Iveco and are recommended in the service manuals for operational use. | Image: Iveco
Tutela-Iveco: New Commercial Vehicle Lubricant Range from Petronas and Iveco Launches in Aftersales
Bavaria's Secretary of State for Finance and Homeland, Martin Schöffel, praised the new plant as a signal to the industry and a commitment to progress, sustainability, and responsibility. | Image: Kögel
"Kögel COOL LITESHELL": Kögel starts its own panel production and introduces a new refrigerated trailer
The online retailer Amazon will rely on technologies for precise packaging in Europe in the future. (Photo: Amazon)
Packaging Machines: Amazon Relies on Custom-Fit Shipping Packaging
By the first quarter of 2026, approximately 15,500 square meters of hall space, 1,000 square meters of storage mezzanine, and 1,000 square meters of office space are to be built on the nearly 30,000 square meter plot in Kandel. (Image: DFI Real Estate)
Food Logistics: A new distribution center for Gemüsering is being established in Kandel
The CDU politician Patrick Schnieder (left) was appointed the new Federal Minister of Transport by Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on May 6. (Photo: Bernd von Jutrczenka/dpa)
Personnel: Patrick Schnieder appointed as Federal Minister of Transport
Pledge becomes part of Blue Yonder. (Image: yurolaitsalbert / stock.adobe.com)
Sustainability Reporting: Blue Yonder Acquires Pledge
Dr. Levin Holle is moving from the executive board of Deutsche Bahn to the Federal Chancellery. (Photo: Deutsche Bahn)
Personnel: DB Executive Dr. Levin Holle Moves to the Federal Chancellery
(Photo: Heidelberg)
Heidelberg enters the truck market with a new fast-charging solution
On the twentieth anniversary of the Craiss location in Warburg, Marco Koltermann (left), head of the logistics center Warburg and Kleinenberg at Craiss, presents a trophy to Ralf Schulte (right), logistics manager at Benteler in Warburg. (Photo: Craiss)
Craiss: Warburg location celebrates anniversary
(Photo: Pixabay)
Current Judgment: No Compensation After Car Wash
(from left to right): Juliane Gallersdörfer, Scandlines Sustainability Coordinator, Nadine Beeß, Nabu Project Manager for Corporate Cooperation, Linda Wilhelm, Nabu Consultant for Environmental Advice, Ralf Kenzler, Scandlines Team Lead FM, Marko Möller, Scandlines Head of Business Administration & Special Projects, Christian Quell, Scandlines Manager Traffic Handling. (Photo: Scandlines)
Scandlines: Collaboration with Nabu extended
The transport volumes in the CTL network slightly increased in 2024 despite market pressure. (Photo: CTL)
Annual Report: CTL Continues to Grow – Defying the Market
The new lubricant range offers tailored solutions for the Iveco network. (Photo: Iveco)
Lubricants: Petronas Lubricants International and Iveco develop a commercial vehicle product line
Fully electric cooling units for all vehicle sizes are intended to replace diesel and facilitate compliance with EU emission targets for trailers. (Photo: Mitsubishi Thermal Transport Europe)
Temperature-Controlled Transport: Mitsubishi Electrifies Refrigerated Train
Fristads has released its sustainability report for the year 2024. In it, the provider of workwear describes its progress in new materials as well as regarding the offer "Sustainability as a Service". (Photo: Fristads)
Fashion: Fristads Takes Stock on Sustainability
The Nagel-Group, in collaboration with project developer LemonTree, is establishing a new logistics center in Gdansk. (Image: Nagel-Group)
Food Logistics: Nagel-Group Focuses on New Logistics Center in Gdańsk
EP Equipment expands the Jungheinrich portfolio under the new mid-tech brand "AntOn by Jungheinrich". (Photo: Jungheinrich)
New brand AntOn by Jungheinrich: Jungheinrich and EP Equipment form strategic partnership
Markus Vaerst is the new CEO of the Swiss freight car leasing company Wascosa. (Photo: Wascosa)
Personalia: Markus Vaerst is the new CEO of Wascosa
Christian Linthaler, CSO of Dallmeier electronic, ahead of the trade fair appearance: “Our solutions not only provide protection against theft and vandalism, but also offer real added value by optimizing logistical processes - from damage management to improving process security.” (Image: Dallmeier)
transport logistic 2025: Dallmeier informs about video technology
Stefanie Grabow, OR coordinator at the LMU Munich Hospital, is pleased with the Leipzig Innovation Award for hospital logistics. (Image: Leipziger Messe)
med.Logistica 2025: Innovation Award for Digital Operating Room Planning Assistant
The car parts dealer Meyle was able to win over the "GRIP" used car expert Andreas Raulf as a brand ambassador. | Image: Meyle
Auto spare parts in the independent spare parts market: Meyle relies on “GRIP” expert Andreas Raulf
Carat and "Schrauberblog" are looking for the best ideas from everyday workshop life with "WorkshopExpert 2025". | Image: Carat
Join now: Carat and Schrauberblog are seeking creative workshop solutions for the MSX'25 in Hamburg
The goal: comprehensive charging network coverage in Ireland. (Photo: DKV Mobility)
DKV Mobility: Charging network in Ireland grows
The Nagel-Group continues to invest in the ecological future and is expanding its capacities in Poland. Photo: Nagel-Group
Nagel-Group: New Logistics Center in Gdansk
Ondrej Zelenka, Branch Manager, Greencarrier Consolidators in the Czech Republic. (Photo: Press)
Czech Republic: Prague as a new hub in the Greencarrier network
An employee checks hazardous goods information at the terminal - in the future, such processes are to be fully automated via interfaces and apps. (Photo: LKZ)
Combined Transport: Digital Processes for Dangerous Goods in the Terminal
Thanks to Travis, Mansio can integrate hundreds of new truck parking spaces in Europe as trailer interchange points into its encounter traffic. (Photo: Mansio)
Road Freight Transport: Mansio Expands Network for Relay Traffic
Andreas Lamping (Hellmann), Jens Tarnowski (Hellmann), Zohar Lamdan (Orian), Jens Drewes (Hellmann) and Amir Brendel (Orian). (Photo: Hellmann)
Hellmann: New Network Partner in Israel
Founded in 1925 as a smithy by Robert Orten in Bernkastel-Kues, Orten Fahrzeugbau has developed into a systems provider for specialized body technology in the beverage and logistics industry. (Photo: Orten)
Orten Group: Acquisition by Trentar Mobility GmbH
The all-electric Flexis Profil Van Livraison: tailor-made for urban delivery concepts and developed on the modular skateboard platform. (Photo: Flexis)
Urban Logistics: Flexis Prepares Serial Production of Its eLCV Range
Puma aims to establish the fastest supply chain in the industry. | Image: Logistics Reply
With LEA Reply to an automated supply chain: Puma introduces a new Warehouse Management System worldwide
The freight forwarding cooperation Transcoop09 from Neu-Ulm will showcase itself and its offerings from June 2 to 5, 2025, at the transport logistic in Munich. (Image: Transcoop09)
transport logistic 2025: Transcoop09 presents advances in the digital employee Alf
Large-scale photovoltaic systems like those at CTPark Bremen are one of the cornerstones on the path to a fossil-free energy supply in the logistics real estate sector. (Photo: CTP Germany)
Logistics properties: CTP and Node.energy announce energy partnership
The hard plastic manufacturer IPL and the container specialist Schoeller Allibert are merging and will be one company in the future. (Stock image: Peshkova/stock.adobe.com)
Strategy: IPL Takes Over Schoeller Allibert
The Focus Logistics Park in Nohra, Thuringia: The Erfurt Freight Village (GVZ) is only eleven kilometers away. (Photo: BGO)
Logistics Real Estate: New Logistics Park Completed Near Erfurt
At the groundbreaking ceremony for the Panattoni Park Unterfranken in Eltmann (from left to right): Michael Brehm (Economic Promoter of the Haßberge District Office), Matthias Kraus (Panattoni), and Michael Ziegler (1st Mayor of the City of Eltmann). (Photo: Panattoni)
Logistics Real Estate: Groundbreaking for the Panattoni Park Unterfranken in Eltmann
In commercial vehicles, the transition to electric drive has begun. The absolute numbers are still low, but the trend reversal is clear. | Image: Daimler Truck
Commercial vehicle market in transition: Electric trucks and buses see strong growth
FACHPACK 2025 will open its doors from September 23 to 25 in Nuremberg. (Photo: NürnbergMesse)
FACHPACK 2025: Packaging fair expects 1,400 exhibitors
The Kia PV5 Cargo L2H1 offers 4.4 cubic meters of cargo space, a range of up to 397 kilometers, and is scheduled to be delivered to initial fleet customers from the end of 2025. (Photo: Kia)
Kia PV5 Cargo starts in Germany: Reinventing the E-Van - from 33,000 euros
Reesink and Sereact are starting their collaboration for AI-based warehouse automation. (from left: Jörg Ziesmann, Sales Director Sereact, Machiel van den Hazelkamp, CCO RSL, Ralf Gulde Co-Founder and CEO Sereact, Mark van de Weijer, Sales Manager RSL, Jens Pommerening, Solutions Director Sereact). (Image: Sereact)
AI in Warehouse Automation: Reesink Logistic Solutions and Sereact Cooperate
Two permanent Jungheinrich technicians ensure on-site at Normal A/S that all devices always function perfectly. | Image: Jungheinrich
Automation with Lithium-Ion Forklifts: Future-Proof Retail Logistics for Normal in Denmark
Jungheinrich is participating with an investment of five million euros in the AI fund of Merantix Capital. (Photo: lassedesignen/stock.adobe.com)
AI: Jungheinrich and Merantix Launch Strategic Partnership
The new kit box from Wihag in use on a light truck – lighter, more robust, and fully recyclable. (Photo: Wihag)
Wihag: Cases with Lightweight Construction and Recycling
Logistics Real Estate in Germany: The NEO Logistics Impact Report 2024/2025 provides an analysis of cost and energy indicators. (Symbol image; Photo: industrieblick/stock.adobe.com)
Operating Costs of Logistics Properties: NEO Logistics Impact Report 2024/2025 Released
At Merantix, they understand the requirements for scaling AI companies. Jungheinrich, as an industry partner, brings the necessary experience and openness to innovation. | Image: Merantix
AI Offensive at Jungheinrich: Investment in Merantix Fund to Advance Smart Solutions in Warehousing
The sixth edition of med.Logistica took place in 2023 at the Leipzig Trade Fair. (Image: Leipzig Trade Fair / Uwe Fraunhdorf)
med.Logistica 2025: Logistics for the Hospital of the Future
Since spring 2024, the daily shuttle service between the paper factory in Weißenborn and the warehouse in Siebenlehn has been fully electric. | Nosta Group
Nosta: E-Truck Project in Siebenlehn
The emission-free Scandlines freight ferry is to be deployed on the Puttgarden-Rødby route. Photo: Scandlines
Scandlines: Test run of emissions-free ferry
For more climate protection in the transport chain: Kombiverkehr KG and Shipzero aim to closely collaborate in the future on the accounting of transport emissions. Photo: Kombiverkehr mbH & Co. KG
Kombiverkehr: Cooperation with Shipzero
Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks showcases a wide range of products for municipal use in Eisenach. (Photo: Daimler Truck)
Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks: Municipal Vehicles at Demopark 2025
Transport Webinar: Digital Tailwind for the Fleet – How AI Supports Your Transport Processes. (Photo: HUSS-VERLAG)
Free Webinar: AI as a Tool for Forwarding and Fleet
Fair conditions along the supply chain are unfortunately not a given. (Symbol image: TheVisualsYouNeed / stock.adobe.com)
ESG: Counteracting Forced Labor in the Supply Chain Early
The software provider o9 has implemented an IT solution for procurement planning at the fashion label Prada. (Symbol image: Sergey Nivens/stock.adobe.com)
Artificial Intelligence: Prada Utilizes o9 Production and Procurement Platform
The new suitcase kit from Wihag in use on a light truck – lighter, more robust, and fully recyclable. (Photo: Wihag)
Box body: Wihag focuses on lightweight construction and circular economy
Sirum GmbH has the SIRUM Logistics Suite in their trade fair luggage for transport logistic 2025. (Photo: Sirum)
transport logistic 2025: Sirum presents in-house Logistic Suite
The new management team of KEB Automation: Gerald Müller (second from right) with (from left) Thomas Brinkmann, Vittorio Tavella, and Ralf Lutter (Photo: KEB)
Personnel: Gerald Müller is the new COO at KEB Automation
Celebrated the topping-out ceremony in Emleben (from left to right): Michael Hora, Head of Real Estate Projects, Nagel-Group Logistics, Philipp Kalisch, Mayor of Emleben, Marco Wartmann, Foreman Max Bögl, André Pleines, Executive Director Real Estate, Nagel-Group, Ralph Holeschovsky, Branch Manager OFB Projektentwicklung, Michael Beyer, Project Manager OFB, and District Administrator Onno Eckert, Gotha District. (Image: OFB Projektentwicklung)
Logistics Properties: Nagel-Group and OFB Projektentwicklung Celebrate Topping-Out Ceremony in Emleben
The Kia PV5 Cargo L2H1 offers 4.4 cubic meters of cargo space, a range of up to 397 kilometers, and is scheduled to be delivered to the first fleet customers from the end of 2025. (Photo: Kia)
PV5 Cargo: Kia relies on electric light commercial vehicles
Michael Zach, Senior Vice President Ground Handling & Cargo Operations at Flughafen Wien AG: "We are working on all critical issues and see it as our task to specifically further develop services." Photo: acd)
Vienna Airport: Growth with a Digital Strategy
The location at Reutlinger Straße 7 in 72072 Tübingen. (Photo: Stadtwerke Tübingen)
Tübingen: Parking Garage Meets Parcel Station
Appearance of the Raben Group at transport logistic 2025 in Munich: A container with a VR truck simulator will be available in front of Hall A5. (Photo: Raben Group)
transport logistic 2025: Raben Group celebrates 20th anniversary in Germany
From now on, all Euromaster branches with truck service also offer service for tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS). | Image: Euromaster.
More workshop services for commercial vehicle fleet customers: Euromaster integrates TPMS service
Since 2016, the plant in Turkey has been in existence. Air suspension modules for the SAF-Intra series have been produced there so far. Plant 2 now serves the production of Haldex brake calipers on an area of 7,500 square meters. | Image: SAF-Holland.
High Demand: SAF-Holland Expands Brake Caliper Production to Turkey
The shift to electric drives has begun for commercial vehicles. The absolute numbers are still low, but the trend reversal is clear. | Image: Daimler Truck
Commercial vehicle market in transition: Electric trucks and buses are seeing strong growth
Since spring 2024, the daily shuttle service between the paper factory in Weißenborn and the warehouse in Siebenlehn is operated entirely electrically. | Nosta Group
Electromobility in Freight Transport: Nosta and Felix Schoeller Draw Positive Conclusion
The cloud-based M3 carrier portal also allows the scheduling of entire tours on mobile devices. (Image: Dr. Malek Software)
transport logistic 2025: Dr. Malek Software presents cloud-based M3 Carrier Portal
So far, Movu Robotics' technology has already been used in KDL's existing high-bay warehouse, which is headquartered in Lokeren. Now, the warehouse automation company has also been commissioned to install a shuttle system in a planned new warehouse in Lokeren. (Image: Movu Robotics)
Logistics real estate: Movu Robotics will equip Kris De Leener's planned warehouse with a shuttle system
DSV officially completed the acquisition of DB Schenker on April 30. (Photo: DSV)
Strategy: DSV Completes Acquisition of DB Schenker
For over 25 years, MOTUL and Bosch Car Service (BCS) have shared a close partnership, which is now set to be further intensified. | Image: Motul
Transmission service, cleaning, consulting: Motul introduces new ideas to the Bosch Car Service network
As a typical long-nose, the US version of the Xcient Fuel Cell Truck appears. (Photo: Hyundai)
USA: Hyundai refreshes fuel cell trucks
In the case of a hearing form delivered by mail as part of an administrative offense proceeding, it can be almost completely ignored according to legal experts. Photo: Pixabay
Legal Tip: What to Do with a Hearing Form After a Traffic Violation?
Schenker is now part of DSV: The merger creates one of the largest logistics networks worldwide – including in European road freight transport. (Photo: Deutsche Bahn AG / Volker Emersleben)
Birth of a Giant: DSV Completes Billion-Dollar Acquisition of Schenker
(Photo: DHL Group)
DHL Group: Slight Growth in the Transport and Logistics Business
(Symbol image: Pixabay)
Personnel: New Faces in the Industry (Week 18/2025)
The increased frequency is intended to strengthen Liège's role in the global FedEx network. (Photo: FedEx)
FedEx: Route Liège – Memphis further expanded
Time:Matters strengthens its regional network in Southeast Asia. In the picture, Bernhard zur Strassen, CEO of Time:Matters. Photo: Time:Matters
Time:Matters: New Branches in Thailand and Malaysia
The integration of weather data is intended to enable intelligent and predictive route planning. (Image: Horizon Aircraft)
Delivery Drones: Research Project Incorporates Weather Data
The flexible solar modules from Opes Solar Mobility offer a high energy yield and are specifically optimized for vehicle construction. (Photo: Opes Solar Mobility)
Roof-mounted truck solar power: Opes Solar Mobility presents solar panels for commercial vehicles
The heavy-duty platforms delivered to Van der Werff Logistics are designed for maximum operational flexibility and the transport of heavy, long, and flat loads, according to the manufacturer. (Photo: Kässbohrer)
Kässbohrer: 20 Trailers for Van der Werff Logistics
The automated processes by Jungheinrich reduce the risks for employees as well as for picking errors. | Image: Jungheinrich
Jungheinrich Mobile Robot EKS 215a at Brose: New Standards for Intelligent Warehouses
Trio transportale: The new Trafic serves as the platform for three derivatives, as a van, chassis, and delivery vehicle. | Photo: Renault
IVOTY Presentation Renault Flexis Vans: Always Stay Flexible
The more intuitive user interface of TransFollow Drive is designed to make it easy for both the drivers of the company's own fleet and the drivers of subcontractors to integrate the app into their daily work environment. | Image: TransFollow
Real-time tracking and eCMR for shippers: TransFollow Drive launches for drivers and freight forwarders
dbh also presents applications for customs and foreign trade in Munich. (Symbol image: Medienzunft Berlin / stock.adobe.com)
transport logistic 2025: dbh focuses on transport, shipping, and customs
The Herma Machinery Division achieved a sales increase of six percent in 2024. One reason for this is the company's international strategy, as division manager Martin Kühl (pictured) states. (Photo: Herma)
Annual Balance: Herma Machinery Division Generated Six Percent More in 2024
Guido Piñol leads the newly established logistics real estate platform Proxity as CEO. (Image: Proxity)
Logistics Properties: Blackstone Founds Logistics Platform Proxity
Panattoni will speculatively construct a sustainable logistics property in Alzey. Pictured is a visualization. (Image: Panattoni)
Logistics Location: Panattoni Constructs Sustainable Property near Alzey
Thomas Hoff Andersson will assume the management of the Aviation and Operation division at Munich Airport on May 1. (Photo: Munich Airport)
Personal: Thomas Hoff Andersson is the new Chief Operations Officer at Munich Airport
The logistics service provider Noerpel is processing its customers' first TikTok orders through the location of its subsidiary, Wehner Logistics, in Langenfeld. (Photo: Noerpel)
E-commerce: Noerpel supports customers with TikTok fulfillment
The "WALK OF SERVICES" at THE TIRE COLOGNE covers the five thematic areas "Employees," "System & Process Solutions," "Tire Service and Workshop Technology," "Vehicle Services," "Disposal and Sustainability." | Image: Kölnmesse
THE TIRE COLOGNE 2026: With the "WALK OF SERVICES," services in the tire retail trade take center stage
In the picture, the Rhenus Logistics Air & Ocean LATAM Management Team with Tobias Bartz, Group CEO Rhenus Group, and Alberto Martinez, VP Director Global Ocean Freight, Rhenus Logistics Air & Ocean. Photo: Rhenus SE & Co. KG
Rhenus Group: Renaming of Blu Logistics LATAM
Schmitz Cargobull remains certified. With TrailerConnect, transporters continue to meet the requirements of the pharmaceutical industry. (Photo: Schmitz Cargobull)
Schmitz Cargobull: Telematics for Pharmaceutical Logistics Recertified According to GDP
How easy it is to handle heavy electric trucks, Renault Trucks wanted to demonstrate during the driving training for haulage professionals. (Photo: Renault Trucks)
Electricity instead of diesel: Renault Trucks tests with professionals
Celebrated the new logistics center in Gotha/Emleben (from left): Michael Hora, Head of Real Estate Projects, Nagel Group Logistics, Philipp Kalisch, Mayor of Emleben, Marco Wartmann, Foreman Max Bögl, André Pleines, Executive Director of Real Estate, Nagel Group, Ralph Holeschovsky, Branch Manager OFB Projektentwicklung, Michael Beyer, Project Manager OFB, District Administrator Onno Eckert, District of Gotha. Photo: OFB
Nagel Group: Topping-out ceremony for logistics hub Gotha/Emleben
E-comp Scroll: The oil-free, low-noise, and low-vibration scroll compressor for medium-duty and heavy-duty electrified trucks and buses is the latest innovation from ZF, supporting the transition to electrification. (Photo: ZF)
Electromobility: ZF relies on oil-free compressed air technology in commercial vehicles
In the image, a charging station at the company-owned site in Staufenberg, Hesse, by Gruber Logistics. Photo: Gruber Logistics
Gruber Logistics: Develop European Fast Charging System
Noerpel is now also handling orders for customers that are generated via TikTok. (Photo: Noerpel)
Ticktock: Noerpel jumps on the social commerce bandwagon
(Symbol image: Piabay)
Insolvency: How to React? Rights and Obligations in the Event of a Crisis
Mercedes-Benz Trucks allows a battery-electric long-distance truck eActros 600 with a trailer to drive more than 100 kilometers continuously in reverse. The action aims to bring the previous "GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS" world record back to Germany. | Image: Daimler Truck
In reverse to the world record: Mercedes-Benz Trucks sets a benchmark for e-mobility, traffic safety, and driver image
Schmitz Cargobull has successfully renewed the GDP certificate for the Telematics TrailerConnect and continues to offer its pharmaceutical customers certified vehicles directly from the factory. | Image: Schmitz Cargobull
Telematics in Pharmaceutical Logistics: Schmitz Cargobull Extends GDP Certificate for TrailerConnect
BTK Befrachtungs- und Transport GmbH, headquartered in Raubling, district of Nicklheim (Bavaria), will demonstrate at the transport logistic 2025 how the logistics service provider is to be decarbonized. (Image: BTK)
transport logistic 2025: BTK invests in resource-conserving technologies
Continental CEO Nikolai Setzer (left) and Chairman of the Supervisory Board Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfgang Reitzle at the Annual General Meeting 2025. | Image: Continental.
Continental focuses on change and concentrates on tire business.
Curtain up: In the USA, Slate enters the car market - with a radically reduced 4.4-meter model starting at $20,000. | Photo: Slate Auto
Slate Auto: Radically Reduced 25,000-Euro Truck
Hikrobot already uses Wiferion technology in the heavy-duty AMR "H7", which transports large components in automobile production. | Image: Wiferion
Contactless Charging in Automobile Manufacturing: Hikrobot Eliminates Charging Breaks for AMR in Production
Mercedes-Benz Trucks has a battery-electric long-haul truck, the eActros 600, along with a trailer, drive more than 100 kilometers continuously in reverse. The action aims to bring the existing "GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS" world record back to Germany. (Image: Daimler Truck)
eActros 600 on Track for a Record: Mercedes-Benz Trucks Drives Backwards into the Future
In Spain, the launch of the two models V6E (left) and SV has already taken place. | Photo: Farizon
Farizon: European Market Expansion with E-Vans
Monika Prościńska (DAF Trucks Poland Sales Manager), Bartosz Gruszczyński (DAF Trucks Poland Service and Commercial Services Manager), Konrad Wójtowicz (CEO PC Logistics) and Agnieszka Kuśmierz (DAF Trucks Poland Commercial Services Manager). (Photo: DAF)
DAF Trucks: 300,000 MultiSupport Contract
The further developed solution Webfleet Video 2.0 is intended to make fleets safer and improve compliance with local regulations through real-time video insights. Photo: Webfleet
Webfleet: New AI-Supported Video Telematics
Positive outlook for Traton: Demand in Europe is picking up, and the company is focusing on electromobility and increasing orders. (Photo: Traton Group)
Traton Group: Confidence Despite Declines in the First Quarter
MAN is counting on increasing sales with the series launch of the eTruck in June. (Photo: MAN Truck & Bus)
MAN: Order Intake Rises by 50 Percent
The general cargo cooperation has gained a new partner in Greece with the Greek logistics company OB Streem. Photo: System Alliance
System Alliance: New Greek Partner OB Streem
Maxtreme rear tipper: Meiller presents robust vehicles for bulk material transport. (Photo: Meiller Kipper)
Meiller Kipper: Maxtreme Rear Tippler for Demanding Bulk Material Transport
"Iggy Rob" can be used, among other things, for intralogistic transport tasks. (Image: Igus)
Intralogistics: Humanoid Robot "Iggy Rob" for Beginners
Green Electricity: Node.energy aims to help medium-sized companies remain competitive and thus contribute to securing Germany as an economic location. (Symbol image; Photo: Michael Neudecker/stock.adobe.com)
Renewable Energy: Software company node.energy secures 15 million euros in Series B financing
Quehenberger monitors the cargo spaces of its trucks using AI-driven cameras. (Photo: Quehenberger)
Cargo theft: Quehenberger relies on AI cameras for increased security
Azur partner Pneuhage, a provider of retreaded commercial vehicle tires, values innovative techniques in tire repair as a sustainable and environmentally friendly solution. | Image: Pneuhage
Repair tires cleverly instead of buying new ones: Azur partners are researching innovative retreading
Board member Alexander Christ (left) and Mirco Völkl, Head of Sales for Commercial Vehicle Wash Systems & Special Plant Construction, receive the busplaner Innovation Award 2025 in the Vehicle Cleaning category. | Image: Otto Christ AG.
Advanced Washing System Nova Blade: Otto Christ Wins busplaner Innovation Award 2025 for Commercial Vehicle Cleaning
From left to right: Monika Prościńska (DAF Trucks Poland Sales Manager), Bartosz Gruszczyński (DAF Trucks Poland Service and Commercial Services Manager), Konrad Wójtowicz (CEO PC Logistics) and Agnieszka Kuśmierz (DAF Trucks Poland Commercial Services Manager). | Image: DAF
DAF Trucks reaches milestone: 300,000 MultiSupport contracts concluded
With the new generation of modular fast chargers, ABB focuses on the needs of truck fleets. (Photo: ABB E-Mobility)
ABB E-Mobility presents platform strategy for e-truck charging infrastructure
The IT provider Brabender presents AI models for the BRABENDER logistic suite at the transport logistic 2025. (Photo: Brabender)
transport logistic 2025: Brabender presents AI models for its IT solution
The BUND Hessen highlights the climate-damaging effects of fast fashion during a week of action and calls for a more conscious approach to fashion. (Photo: Bernd Weißbrod/dpa)
Sustainability: BUND Hessen advocates for more conscious clothing consumption
The BLG has been working with Konica Minolta for more than 40 years at the Emmerich site. Now the partnership has been expanded to include additional tasks. (Photo: BLG Logistics)
Logistics Service: BLG Logistics and Konica Minolta Expand Partnership
On April 10, 2025, the Europe-wide "Day of Logistics," 114 companies, organizations, and institutes highlighted the tasks and career opportunities in the economic sector. (Photo: Amazon)
Logistics Day 2025: More than 2,000 participants see for themselves
Volker Wissing has spoken out against a change at the top of the railway. (Photo: Arne Dedert/dpa)
Politics: Wissing Against Changes in the Railway Executive Board
Load thefts were most frequently from trucks last year. (Image: Zigmunds, AdobeStock)
Cargo Theft: "Strategic" Theft Was the Outstanding Growth Trend in 2024
Even faster charging: With the new charging systems from Alpitronic, which Ionity wants to be the first CPO to use, a range of up to 300 kilometers can be achieved in eight minutes. | Photo: Ionity
Charging at megawatt speed: Ionity aims to set new standards
CATL's new battery is said to be able to charge at 12 C – or in other words: Up to 520 km range in five minutes! | Photo: CATL
E-trucks under power: What Catl's battery innovation means for fleets
With the new generation of modular fast chargers, ABB focuses on the requirements of truck fleets. (Photo: ABB E-Mobility)
ABB E-Mobility: Platform Strategy for Electric Truck Charging Infrastructure
BLG takes on more responsibility in the European network of the printer manufacturer Konica Minolta. (Photo: BLG)
BLG Logistics: Emmerich becomes the European hub for Konica Minolta
The reusable parcel boxes and shipping bags from Multiloop replace up to 30 single-use cartons and are available in various sizes for almost any shipment. (Photo: Multiloop)
Reusable instead of disposable: Fiege launches sustainable shipping solution
"¡Hola Argentina!" is the name of the new aircraft with which Lufthansa Cargo is increasing its capacity to South America. (Photo: Lufthansa Cargo)
Argentina: Lufthansa Cargo strengthens air freight connections to South America
Gives itself the edge: the first Flynt van is likely to offer good space utilization. | Photo: FLYNT
Flynt celebrates official premiere of new E-Van and aims to convince logisticians
The mixed loading of vans and passenger cars should also be feasible and quickly implementable with the new systems. | Photo: Ionity
Ionity is the first operator to use the megawatt system Alpitronic HYC1000.
The Nagel-Group will put 20 new electric trucks into operation over the course of the year. (Photo: Nagel-Group)
Electromobility: Nagel-Group Expands Vehicle Fleet with 20 E-Trucks
Gives it the edge: the first Flynt van is likely to offer good space utilization. | Photo: FLYNT
Auto Shanghai 2025: Flynt celebrates official premiere for new E-Van
Gebrüder Weiss plans to provide information about its use of alternative drives at the transport logistic 2025. (Image: Gebrüder Weiss)
transport logistic 2025: Gebrüder Weiss focuses on decarbonizing its vehicle fleet
The logistics service provider Girteka has introduced a digital payment system that provides drivers with both virtual and physical cards, which are specifically activated for the duration of each trip. | Image: Girteka
Girteka digitizes expense management: New payment solution eases burden on drivers and administration
The packaging solutions provider PackSize has acquired the Dutch company Sparck Technologies. (Image: PackSize)
Packaging Machines: PackSize Acquires Sparck Technologies
The reusable parcel boxes and mailers from Multiloop reportedly replace up to 30 single-use cartons. (Photo: Multiloop)
Reusable system for e-commerce: Schoeller Group and Fiege launch Multiloop
With the i-Kfz app, the ministry aims to digitalize the vehicle registration certificate. The testing phase begins on April 28 with 2,500 participants. (Photo: Pixabay)
i-Kfz app: Ministry of Transport tests digital solution for vehicle registration certificate
Rejoicing over success in China: Renee Wang, President of ZF China, and Dr. Holger Klein, CEO of ZF. | Image: ZF.
Auto Shanghai 2025: ZF takes advantage of Chinese car boom
The Nagel-Group is further investing in electromobility and will expand its vehicle fleet by a total of 20 new electric semi-trailer trucks in 2025. (Photo: Nagel-Group)
Volvo & Mercedes: Nagel Group adds 20 new e-trucks to its fleet
Through the opening of the Palletspace portal to new providers, the digital logistics start-up Warespace significantly expands the storage space capacities bookable via the platform. | Image: Warespace
Change in Business Model: Warespace Opens Storage Platform Palletspace to External Providers
Employees and project managers of Craiss Generation Logistics at the new logistics center in Augsburg. (Photo: Craiss)
Craiss invests in Munich & Augsburg: New production logistics for mobility customers
Already there: The launch of the two models V6E (left) and SV has already taken place in Spain. | Photo: Farizon
Farizon gains momentum in Europe with e-vans - and aims to score with top TCO
Daniel Mühl, COO of the Apo.com Group, explains in an interview with LOGISTIK HEUTE how the company has connected robots with an "AutoStore" system. (Image: Apo.com Group)
Interview: How Robots at the Apo.com Group Pick Orders Supported by AI
The online retail sector has the best address quality according to a recent study by Deutsche Post Direkt, while the public sector ranks last among ten industries examined. (Photo: DHL Group)
Deutsche Post Direkt Address Study 2025: 13.2 percent of all customer addresses are incorrect
The Nagel-Group continues to invest in electromobility and will expand its vehicle fleet in 2025 by a total of 20 new electric semi-trailer trucks. (Photo: Nagel-Group)
Nagel Group: 20 new e-trucks for the fleet
Eduard Siegle (l), Head of Strategic Accounts Agriculture at Nox, and Jakob Kling, Client Success Manager Strategic Accounts at Nox. (Photo: Nox)
Quick Assistance for Farmers: Nox Launches Weekend Service During Harvest Season
ÖBB Rail Cargo extends the existing TransFER Salzburg–Augsburg once a week to Ulm. Photo: ÖBB/Payr
ÖBB Rail Cargo: Additional Connection in Southern Germany
With the i-Kfz app, the ministry aims to digitize the vehicle registration certificate. The test phase begins on April 28 with 2,500 participants. (Photo: Pixabay)
Federal Ministry of Transport: Digital Solution for Vehicle Registration Certificate Under Testing
This year, Wucherpfennig und Krohn plans to add another 40 Mercedes-Benz Atego trucks to its fleet. Photo: Daimler Truck
Wucherpfennig & Krohn: Fleet receives 40 Mercedes-Benz Atego
The logistics service provider has introduced a digital payment system that provides drivers with both virtual and physical cards, which are specifically activated for the duration of each respective journey. | Image: Girteka
Girteka: New Payment Solution Eases Truck Drivers' Burden
The solutions from Siemens Digital Logistics will be presented at the transport logistic in Hall B1, Stand 113/214. (Image: Siemens Digital Logistics)
transport logistic 2025: Siemens focuses on emissions and supply chain management
Markus Henn joined the management of Distriparts GmbH on April 1st. (Photo: Simon Hegele)
Personnel: Markus Henn joins Distriparts management
Christian Neumayer will take over the position of COO at Swiss company MS Direct AG on May 1st. (Photo: MS Direct)
Personnel: Christian Neumayer becomes the new COO at MS Direct
Bureaucratic hurdles often make work difficult for logistics managers. How the situation could be improved is shown in the cover story of the April issue of LOGISTIK HEUTE. (Photo: BillionPhotos.com/stock.adobe.com)
SCM: How to Overcome Bureaucratic Hurdles
The Conti Urban HA 5 was specifically developed for urban traffic. | Image: Continental AG.
Conti Urban HA 5 wins busplaner Innovation Award 2025
The penguin flipper served as the model for the aerodynamic and slightly curved shape of the fan blades of the bionic radial blower. | Image: Mahle.
Model penguin fin: Mahle optimizes air conditioning with artificial intelligence
The hydrogen-powered coach Irizar i6S Efficient Hydrogen successfully completed a round trip between Ormaiztegi, the company's headquarters, and the city of Briançon in the French Alps. The total distance covered was 2,500 km. | Image: Irizar.
Record Test Drive: 2,500 Kilometers with Hydrogen Fuel Cell Drive in the E-Bus Irizar i6S Efficient Hydrogen
The WAMAS Entry-Level Solutions at SSI Schäfer are the entry point into the digitalization and automation of warehouse logistics. | Image: SSI Schäfer
Introduction to Digital Warehouse Logistics: SSI Schäfer Launches "WAMAS Entry-Level Solutions"
In more than 20 years, three million axles have rolled off the production line at the Bessenbach plant. The team of the responsible shift at the SAF-Holland Plant 03 in Bessenbach proudly celebrates the anniversary product. | Image: SAF-Holland.
SAF-Holland celebrates milestone: three million axles at the Bessenbach plant
On April 10, 2025, the Europe-wide "Day of Logistics," 114 companies, organizations, and institutes highlighted the exciting tasks and diverse career opportunities in the economic sector. | Image: Amazon
Day of Logistics 2025: Action Day Highlights Opportunities for Skilled Workers
The environmental service provider PreZero, part of the Schwarz Group, has ordered 35 battery-electric trucks from Volvo Trucks. (Photo: Volvo Trucks)
Electric Mobility: PreZero Procures 35 Electric Trucks from Volvo Trucks
Picnic is having a new robot-assisted fulfillment center built in the Netherlands by the Inther Group. (Image: Inther Group)
Logistics Real Estate: Picnic Relies on Inther Group for Automation in the Netherlands
Employees and project managers of Craiss Generation Logistics at the new logistics center in Augsburg. (Photo: Craiss)
Production Logistics: Craiss Invests in Production Logistics for Mobility Customers
Ruben Climent is to establish a service network and sales structures for transport refrigeration units by Ecooltec in Spain. (Photo: Ecooltec)
Spain: Ecooltec Expands with New Sales and Service Manager
The joy was great when the first freight train passed over the new railway bridge over the Emscher on Maundy Thursday... (Photo: Hermann-Josef Möllenbeck / DeltaPort Niederrheinhäfen GmbH)
North Rhine-Westphalia: New railway connection strengthens DeltaPort ports
With drivers from third countries such as Morocco and a comprehensive offering for training and integration, Capa aims to alleviate the German driver market. (Photo: Capa)
Driver Shortage: Hope from North Africa – Moroccans to Take the Wheel
Rewe continues to invest in the supply of goods to its stores and is now equipping the "National Logistics Center Neu-Isenburg" (pictured) with Witron’s OPM technology. | Image: Rewe
Automated Store Delivery: Rewe also relies on Witron's OPM solution in Neu-Isenburg
With the SKS-HS ISOXX, Langendorf also presented an insulated semi-trailer tipper, manufactured according to DIN 70001. | Image: Langendorf
bauma 2025: Low-loader trailer TÜ 30 and insulated tipping semi-trailer SKS-HS ISOXX at Langendorf
Marc Pühler, Senior Vice President – Head of System Operations Europe at DB Schenker, is pleased about the start of the test phase. | Image: Volvo
Electric distribution truck with a focus on safety: DB Schenker tests Volvo FM Low Entry in urban logistics
In the CampusOS project, an investigation was conducted on how an open, modular 5G campus network needs to be specifically structured so that autonomous vehicles can communicate seamlessly, not only in theory but also in the demanding everyday work environment. | Image: Still
Autonomous Vehicles in Intralogistics: Research Project CampusOS Demonstrates the Potential of Open 5G Campus Networks
The autonomous mobile robot "arculee S" from Jungheinrich supports the pharmaceutical logistics company MSK in the packaging area. | Image: Jungheinrich
Healthy Growth at MSK in Bensheim: Smart Pharma Logistics with Autonomous Support
A show all about trucks, vans, and trailers: Solutrans in Lyon is on the starting blocks and aims to be more international than ever. | Photo: J. Reichel
Solutrans 2025: Transport industry as a blueprint for decarbonization
Robust appearance: With a width of 2.10 meters and a length of 5.48 meters, the show car is expansive. | Photo: Mercedes-Benz
Introduction of Mercedes Vision V: Luxurious Vito Twin with a Specific Target Audience
The box vans from the rental company Nextmove are environmentally friendly on the last mile of DHL 2-man handling with electric motors. Photo: DHL Group
DHL 2-Man-Handling takes over Maxus E-Van from Nextmove
The L.I.T. Group is using a fully electric low-liner semi-trailer tractor for daily shuttle operations between Brake and Bremen. In the picture (from left): Claas Bunjes, Head of Mobility & Digital Solutions, and Ralf Biere, Automotive Project Management. Photo: L.I.T. Group
L.I.T. tests fully electric lowliner in just-in-sequence service
From left to right: Katja Busch, CCO and Head of DHL Customer Solutions & Innovation, and Qin (Dada) Sun, co-founder of Temu, agree on a Memorandum of Understanding to implement Temu's local-to-local model. (Image: DHL Group)
E-commerce: DHL Group supports Temu's local-to-local approach
The new industrial and business park in Grimma focuses on building according to the ESG principles of the Logix guidelines. Drees & Sommer is supporting Hines in implementing this project, which aims for a DGNB Platinum certification. The park is currently taking shape on an area of 28 hectares. (Image: Hines Immobilien GmbH)
Sustainability: Commercial park near Grimma is being developed according to the ESG guidelines of the Logix initiative
DB Schenker aims to enhance its connection to the logistics provider's European land transport network with the new logistics center in Neunkirchen, Saarland. (Image: DB Schenker)
Logistics properties: DB Schenker opens its largest land transport site in Germany in Neunkirchen.
The registration phase for the digital exemption procedure for container imports via the seaports of Hamburg, Bremerhaven, and Wilhelmshaven started on April 14. (Image: Dakosy)
German seaports: Digital release process sets sail
The standard feature of the Battery Easydrive is the single-sided mounted steering drawbar. | Image: Speedywash.
Emissions-free, quiet, mobile: bus and commercial vehicle washing with Speedywash Easydrive
Under the motto "Green Energy Meets Green Logistics," TST presents itself at the transport logistic 2025 as a pace-setter in the mobility and climate transition. (Photo: TST)
transport logistic 2025: Green Power Meets Green Logistics
Packages in a distribution center (stock image). (Photo: Julian Stratenschulte/dpa/dpa-tmn)
Trade Dispute: Hong Kong Halts Shipment of Goods to the USA
TGW Logistics is implementing an automated small parts warehouse for BSH Hausgeräte in Dillingen to supply the dishwasher plant for production. Here is an animation. (Rendering: TGW Logistics)
Production Logistics: BSH Home Appliances relies on TGW Logistics for new small parts warehouse
Also, the Campus Plaza will serve as a career platform at transport logistic 2025 in Munich. (Photo: Messe München)
transport logistic 2025: Career in Logistics in Focus
Transporeon has expanded its Freight Marketplace offering. (Image: Transporeon)
Logistics IT: Transporeon enters the freight exchange segment
The bauma 2025 took place from April 7 to 13 at the exhibition grounds in Munich. (Photo: Messe München)
Summary of bauma 2025: Approximately 600,000 visitors in Munich
At Wildeboer's headquarters, over 350 employees work on a production area totaling 60,000 square meters. (Photo: Wildeboer)
Fully automated intralogistics: Unitechnik optimizes the flow of goods at Wildeboer
The grape supplier Il Visone relies on reusable containers from Tosca for harvesting and storage. (Photo: Tosca)
Packaging: Il Visone relies on Tosca for fresh grapes
The omnidirectional ceiling cobot in action. (Image: CeiliX)
Robotics: Fully Automated Flexible Ceiling Cobot
“The advantage of 'OPM' is that Rewe can ergonomically store and pick more than 100 percent more case-picking items in the future, with over 20 percent higher total throughput of the site,” said Witron project manager Markus Lang. (Image: Witron Group)
Automation: Rewe Group implements fully automatic case picking in Neu-Isenburg with the help of Witron
Seaco International Leasing is a company engaged in swap body leasing. (Photo: Seaco International Leasing)
transport logistic 2025: Seaco International Leasing informs at the ITCO Tank Container Village
The e-commerce platform Galaxus introduced a voluntary climate levy a few years ago. However, due to rising inflation, fewer and fewer customers in Germany and Switzerland are making use of it. (Symbol image: Romolo Tavani/stock.adobe.com)
Sustainability: Voluntary climate contribution less popular among Galaxus customers
In the CampusOS project, it was examined how an open, modular 5G campus network must be specifically structured so that autonomous vehicles can communicate smoothly, not just theoretically but also in demanding everyday work situations. (Image: Still)
5G Campus Networks: Key Technology for Autonomous Vehicles in Intralogistics
The Group CEO of DSV, Jens H. Lund, aims to drive the integration of DB Schenker and has expanded the Group Executive Committee. (Image: DSV)
Logistics service: DSV integrates DB Schenker at a rapid pace
The Bilstein Group will automate long floor-to-floor transports in Gelsenkirchen with AMR from Jungheinrich in the future. (Image: Jungheinrich)
Autonomous Mobile Robots: Bilstein Group relies on Jungheinrich for ground-to-ground transports
Reber Logistik specializes in logistics solutions in the furniture industry as well as other sectors such as FMCG, building materials, and food. (Photo: Reber Logistik)
transport logistic 2025: Reber Logistik celebrates trade fair debut
Promotes the opportunities of electrification and digitization of fleets: Claudia Vogt, Director DACH at Ford Pro. | Photo: Ford Pro
Ford Pro Director Claudia Vogt on Digitalization and Telematics in Vans: Connectivity Will Be Standard in Five Years
In 1986, HUSS VERLAG moved from the cramped premises on Friedrichstraße to the newly built publishing and printing building at Joseph-Dollinger-Bogen, the company's current headquarters. | Image: HUSS VERLAG.
50 years of HUSS-VERLAG: From an old building in Schwabing to a modern B2B media house
Guido Guidesi (in the middle with a blue suit), Regional Councilor for Economic Development of the Lombardy Region, in Brussels with representatives of automotive associations and stakeholders after the presentation of the Manifesto for Renewable Fuels. | Image: Regione Lombardia Assessorato Sviluppo Economico.
Decarbonize with renewable fuels: Northern Italy calls for protection of the automotive industry
The Route25 took place over two days at the end of March in Hanover and at the beginning of April in Würzburg. A total of nearly 350 field staff and managers from Coparts wholesalers participated. | Image: Coparts
Sales Conference “Route25”: Coparts Provides Information on Network Strategies, CAR1 Innovations, and Industry Trends
Digital inspection processes are intended to facilitate the management of work equipment and provide a central overview of the inspection status throughout the company. | Photo: wosatec
Wosatec Web App: Check Work Equipment in Compliance with Regulations
Up to 1,300 l/h flushing capacity and up to 210 bar pressure can remove even oily and greasy dirt. | Image Kärcher
Against Stubborn Dirt: Kärcher Launches New Generation of Stationary Hot Water High-Pressure Systems
The three-axle low-loader "TÜ 30 smart" weighs in at 7.9 tons with a permissible total weight of 30 tons. | Image: Langendorf
bauma 2025: Langendorf presents TÜ 30 smart and SKS-HS ISOXX for construction sites
Carat is revamping its trade fair concept and presenting a new industry event with the Mobility Service Xpo'25 (MSX'25 for short) on October 11, 2025, in Hamburg. | Image: Carat
Mobility Service Xpo'25: Carat launches a new trade fair format for the aftermarket in Hamburg
Three partners and an electric tridem for concrete pumping: Volvo Trucks, Putzmeister, and Swerock. | Photo: Volvo Trucks
Bauma 2025: Volvo and Putzmeister showcase fully electric concrete pump
Europcar will receive 350 new transporters from MAN Truck and Bus in June. Photo: Man Truck & Bus Deutschland
MAN Truck & Bus: Europcar orders 350 MAN TGE
New products and telematics in series at Schmitz-Cargobull and subsidiary Van Hool. | Photo: G. Soller
Bauma 2025: Trailers become smart – and save weight
Around 35,000 square meters of logistics space are available at the Fiege location in Peine. (Photo: Fiege)
Contract logistics: Fiege takes over logistics for Hisense Gorenje in Germany
On the Liebherr stand, work was done autonomously. | Photo: G. Soller
Bauma 2025: Autonomous Construction Machines – A Look into the Future
The largest bell in the world had a 10,000-kilometer journey from Poland to Brazil to undertake. Photo: Baltic Hub
Cargo-Partner: Transport of the Largest Bell in the World
The registration phase for the digital clearance process for container imports via the seaports of Hamburg, Bremerhaven, and Wilhelmshaven is underway. Photo: Dakosy
Seaports: Exemption Procedure Started
The L.I.T. Group uses a fully electric lowliner semi-trailer tractor in the daily shuttle traffic between Brake and Bremen. In the picture (from left): Claas Bunjes, Head of Mobility & Digital Solutions and Ralf Biere, Project Management Automotive. Photo: L.I.T. Group
L.I.T.: Fully Electric Goods Transport in Just-in-Sequence Deployment
(Symbol image: Pixabay)
Personnel: New Faces in the Industry (Week 16/2025)
Low-loader trailer Langendorf TÜ 30 smart: All-rounder for the construction site. (Photo: Langendorf)
Bauma 2025: Langendorf scores with smart construction site solutions
Looking forward to the collaboration (from left): Dr. Michael Bargl, IDS Managing Director, Christoph Kleine, Owner and Managing Director of Kleine Spedition GmbH, and Andreas Gierling, Member of the Kleine Management Team. Photo: IDS Logistik
IDS: Forwarder Kleine as a new member
Five years of Spedifux: The team celebrates the milestone. (Photo: Spedifux)
Part-load by click: Spedifux expands digital transport solution
The first Zespri kiwis of the year have arrived in Zeebrugge. This officially opens the European kiwi season at the Belgian seaport of Antwerp. Photo: Port of Antwerp-Bruges
Port of Antwerp: Two Billion Kiwis for Europe
Extremely Consistent: After construction machinery and trucks, Volvo also electrified the articulated dumpers. The entire booth included ONLY e-mobility. | Photo: G. Soller
Bauma 2025: The E-Truck - Between Vision and Reality
New construction or renovation: Thousands of dilapidated bridges across the country are waiting to be renewed. In this context, new construction seems more of a luxury issue. (Photo: Pixabay)
T&E and LBS: 100 billion renovation backlog from - bridge decay endangers logistics network
Nationwide, biomethane can be obtained around the clock at more than 30 of its own and partner filling stations. (Graphic: Verbio)
New combo offer for freight companies: Truck leasing meets biofuel
The box vans from the rental company Nextmove are environmentally friendly on the last mile with DHL 2-man handling using electric motors. Photo: DHL Group
DHL 2-Man Handling: E-Transporter from Nextmove
The new vehicle architecture of the Freightliner Cascadia integrates autonomous technologies. In the long term, it is intended to enable Level 4 journeys. (Photo: Daimler Truck)
USA: Daimler Truck and Torc Robotics focus on autonomous trucks
On April 10, 2025, the Europe-wide "Day of Logistics," 114 companies, organizations, and institutes highlighted the exciting tasks and diverse career opportunities in the economic sector. (Photo: Amazon)
Day of Logistics: Industry Opens Doors for Over 2,000 Interested Participants
In an accident involving a car and a truck on the A7 motorway in Hamburg, the car driver and his passenger were injured. (Photo: Jonas Walzberg/dpa)
Crash on the A7: Car skids after collision with truck
An emergency vehicle of the fire department with blue lights activated. (Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa)
Hamburg: Two transporters burned out
Efficient logistics hubs are essential for Germany as an economic location: Containers are loaded for onward transport by road and rail. (Photo: Pixabay)
Logistics Industry Needs Reforms: DSLV Demands Decisive Action from the New Federal Government
Maut als Finanzierungsquelle: Der BWVL fordert eine vollständige Zweckbindung der Mauteinnahmen für den Straßengüterverkehr. (Photo: Toll Collect)
BWVL: New Federal Government Must Urgently Invest in Road Freight Transport
beam presents the new SteamCommander, a hybrid steam cleaner with a total output of 18 kW, at bauma. (Photo: beam)
bauma 2025: SteamCommander steam cleaner makes its debut
Here are the market shares of Österreichische Post at a glance. (Graphic: Österreichische Post AG)
Austrian Post: 56 Percent Market Share in the Parcel Business
The total throughput in the Port of Rotterdam decreased in 2024 to 435.8 million tons compared to 438.8 million tons in the previous year. (Photo: Port of Rotterdam Authority)
Cargo throughput of the Port of Rotterdam slightly decreased in 2024.
The F-MAX impress with comfortable equipment, the latest safety and assistance systems, as well as modern and efficient drive technology. (Photo: Spedition Niedermaier GmbH)
Freight Company Niedermaier relies on the Ford Trucks F-MAX
Back at the Retro Classics: Mercedes-Benz Trucks Classic with exhibits from the beginnings of the truck. In the picture, a Daimler truck from 1896 (reconstruction). (Photo: Daimler Truck AG)
Mercedes-Benz back at the Retro Classics
Under the Eon charging infrastructure now funded by the EU, there are 430 charging points for heavy-duty vehicles with a capacity of 350 kW or more. (Photo: Bünnagel)
Charging infrastructure: 45 million euros in EU funding for Eon, Eldrive, and ZSE
Efficiency Despite Crisis: How Telematics Helps Reduce Costs. That is the topic of the latest TRANSPORT webinar. (Photo: Webfleet)
TRANSPORT-Webinar: Efficiency Despite Crisis – How Telematics Helps to Reduce Costs
Baden-Württemberg supports the local production of renewable hydrogen through water electrolysis with the new funding program "Ely". (Photo: Pixabay)
Baden-Württemberg supports regional hydrogen production with over 100 million euros
Flexible and fast logistics solutions are becoming increasingly important. Andreas Janetzko (left), Max Sommershof (center), and Felix Kaiser, Head of Operations, aim to meet this demand with L.I.T. Speed GmbH. (Photo: L.I.T. Gruppe).
L.I.T. Speed: New Company for Time-Critical Logistics
The last of the Mohicans in diesel technology: The D30 is available in six power levels from 380 to 560 hp with torque ranging from 2,100 to 2,800 Nm. (Photo: MAN Truck & Bus)
MAN: Last Generation of Diesel Engines from Nuremberg
Important deadlines for the installation of the Smart Tachograph 2 should not be missed – while at the same time ensuring that drivers' driving time regulations are observed. (Photo: Continental AG)
Here's how to confidently comply with driving time regulations
Courier scans package. Around 4,000 companies in the courier, express, and parcel industry in Germany currently generate annual revenues of 26.5 billion euros, employ more than 260,000 people, and handle approximately 4.18 billion shipments per year. (Photo: GO! Express & Logistics Deutschland GmbH)
After the federal election: Parcel industry demands reduction of bureaucracy
Premieres at the bauma: the Renault Trucks E-Tech C 10x4. (Photo: Renault Trucks)
bauma 2025: World Premiere of the Renault Trucks E-Tech C 10x4
A blue light is flashing on a police patrol. (Photo: Lino Mirgeler/dpa)
After truck accident on A2: Pigs on the loose
Günzburg: An illuminated sign on a police vehicle warns of an accident site. (Photo: Stefan Puchner/dpa)
Costly Slip: Truck Ends Up in Ditch
Over 6,500 kilometers, the "European Testing Tour Winter 2025" took the two series-production-like prototypes across Europe. (Photo: Daimler Truck AG)
eActros 600 defies ice and snow: Winter endurance test in Northern Europe
Stefan Hohm (l.) from Dachser receives the symbolic key for the twelve new eTGX from Dr. Frederik Zohm (MAN). (Photo: MAN Truck and Bus)
Dachser commissions twelve MAN eTGX Ultra-Lowliners
In the future with bio-CNG on the road: Edeka Nordbayern-Sachsen-Thüringen has decided on CNG trucks and is cooperating with OG Clean Fuels for this purpose. The fleet conversion begins at the new logistics center at the Marktredwitz location – the first vehicles are already in operation there. (Photo: Edeka/tu)
Edeka Region North Bavaria plans to acquire 150 bio-CNG trucks
DHL 2-Mann-Handling GmbH is expanding its e-fleet in March for low-emission delivery of large and bulky goods on the last mile in parts of Germany. (Photo: DHL)
DHL 2-man-handling expands e-fleet for the last mile
Despite the helicopter deployment, the fugitive truck driver remains missing. (Photo: Stefan Puchner/dpa)
A81: Truck Accident with Fatal Consequence – Driver Flees
A police officer holds a signal disc for an inspection on the highway. (Photo: Jan Woitas/dpa)
Control on A24: Trucks do not maintain minimum distance
Containership during loading. Sea logistics in the Baltic Sea are endangered by ongoing highly professional attacks on satellite navigation. (Photo: Christian Charisius/dpa)
Disruptive Attacks in the Baltic Sea: hensec Provides First Analysis on the "Baltic Jammer"
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Federal Labor Court ruling: Companies face high back payments in the absence of target specifications
In the wage dispute at Deutsche Post, the union Verdi is now also calling for warning strikes in parcel delivery. (Photo: Philipp von Ditfurth/dpa)
Nationwide Postal Strikes: Millions of Packages Remain Undelivered
(Photo: Stefan Puchner/dpa)
Pileup on A3: Truck driver notices braking maneuver too late
Instead of diesel and as powerful as a diesel: Primarily targeted for use in commercial vehicles is the third generation. | Photo: Toyota
Toyota: Third-generation fuel cell to replace diesel in trucks starting in 2026
The new lightweight curtain-sider "ecoCHAMP LTO" from BERGERecotrail is also specially designed for use with electric tractors. | Image: Berger
New lightweight trailer from Berger: ecoCHAMP LTO reduces strain on tractors thanks to a shortened wheelbase
End of the ambitious plans: Hyvia wanted to bundle a complete H2 infrastructure, including vehicles, electrolyzers, and refueling stations. This will not happen anymore. | Photo: Hyvia
Hyvia: Restructuring Failed - H2 Ramp-up Too Slow
Highlight at the Raja exhibition stand is the demonstration of an autonomous high-lift truck. | Image: Raja
LogiMAT 2025: Raja and Udo Bär showcase solutions for storage, order picking, packaging, and shipping
The research project "Pal2Rec!" (Pallet to Recognition) was meant to demonstrate that pallets can do more than just carry loads. They can also provide information about their past tasks, process steps, and movements. | Image: Fraunhofer IML
Smart Pallets: Fraunhofer IML Demonstrates Potential of Connected Logistics
Doesn't seem strange to the Swabians at all: TYN-e opens its brand store in Premia de Mar. | Photo: TYN-e
TYN-e opens brand store in Barcelona and announces cooperation with Microlino
Face in the Crowd: Smoother compared to the study, yet still striking is the final form of the PV5. | Photo: Kia
Kia: First images and information of the PV5 - smoothed out in the series
REWE is exploring new approaches in delivery and pickup services as well as in cashier-less payment. | Image: REWE
REWE focuses on innovation: Reusable bags in delivery service and a new computer vision test market
Large amounts of coarse dirt can be easily washed away: The new hot water high-pressure cleaner HDS 18/18-4 S Classic from Kärcher can do that. (Photo: Kärcher)
Kärcher: New Hot Water High-Pressure Cleaner HDS 18/18-4 S Classic
Tobias Meyer, CEO of DHL Group, before the EREV. The new hybrid truck will be used for parcel transport between Berlin and Hamburg in the Post & Parcel Germany division starting in February. (Photo: DHL Group)
DHL & Scania: Hybrid truck with generator as range extender under testing
VDA President Hildegard Müller: "Charging must be cheaper than refueling." (Photo: VDA)
VDA President urges: Better framework and infrastructure needed for climate targets
from left: Winfried Hermann MdL (Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Flughafen Stuttgart GmbH) and Carsten Poralla (Managing Director of Flughafen Stuttgart GmbH) (Photo: Flughafen Stuttgart / Leif Piechowski)
Airport Stuttgart: High Power Charging for Electric Trucks Aims to Make Air Freight Logistics Greener
Interactive Reference: The atlas compiles best practice examples and relevant infrastructure in the bicycle logistics sector in Germany. | Photo: Screenshot
Atlas of Bicycle Logistics Presented: Involve Municipalities - Consider Cargo Bikes
In addition to electric drives, Volvo Trucks will also present its range of construction trucks that can be powered by renewable fuels such as biogas and HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil). | Image: Volvo Trucks
bauma 2025: Volvo Trucks presents sustainable transport solutions for the construction industry
The BMW Group is launching a pilot operation with the acquisition of two zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell trucks as part of the European H2Haul project to promote hydrogen mobility in freight transport. | Image: BMW Group
Emissions-free transport logistics: BMW Group tests hydrogen trucks from Iveco as part of the H2Haul project
More of that: E.ON receives EU funding to build an HPC charging infrastructure in 13 EU countries. | Photo: E.ON
E.ON Drive-E receives 45 million EU funding for the development of charging infrastructure
New eco-friendly storage blocks at the HHLA Container Terminal Burchardkai. (Photo: HHLA/Martin Elsen)
Hamburg Port: Automated Warehouse Expanded
High inventory levels, environmentally harmful storage organization, and inefficient and complex processes can be optimized and made more resource-efficient with analytics and artificial intelligence. | Image: DALL-E
LogiMAT 2025: Fraunhofer IIS presents AI for the Supply Chain
In the truest sense, critical raw materials: China has strategically occupied the entire value chain in batteries. | Photo: Fraunhofer FFB
Fraunhofer FFB Study: China Dominates Battery Sector and Value Chain
Registration at conference-days.de can be made immediately. Participation is still free of charge. Among all participants, a premium smartphone worth approximately 1,100 euros will be raffled again. | Image: HUSS VERLAG
Registration started: CONFERENCE DAYS 2025 offer knowledge transfer and interactive networking
TIP relies on electric trucks like the Volvo FH Electric in its rental fleet. (Photo: TIP)
TIP launches flexible E-truck rental
Baden-Württemberg supports the local production of renewable hydrogen through water electrolysis with the new funding program "Ely." (Photo: Pixabay)
Baden-Württemberg: 100-million-euro funding for regional hydrogen production
DHL 2-Mann-Handling GmbH is expanding its e-fleet in March for low-emission delivery of large and bulky goods on the last mile in parts of Germany. (Photo: DHL)
DHL 2-Man Handling: Expanded Electric Fleet for the Last Mile
Over 6,500 kilometers, the "European Testing Tour Winter 2025" led the two near-series prototypes across Europe. (Photo: Daimler Truck AG)
Mercedes eActros 600 proves resilient in winter test over 6,500 kilometers
The last Mohican of diesel technology: The D30 is available in six power levels from 380 to 560 hp with torques from 2,100 to 2,800 Nm. (Photo: MAN Truck & Bus)
MAN Nürnberg: Last Diesel Generation Begins - Battery Production in Progress
Stefan Hohm (left) from Dachser receives the symbolic key for the twelve new eTGX from Dr. Frederik Zohm (MAN). (Photo: MAN Truck and Bus)
Dachser puts twelve MAN eTGX Ultra-Lowliner vehicles into service
In the future with bio-CNG on the road: Edeka Nordbayern-Sachsen-Thüringen has decided on CNG trucks and is working with OG Clean Fuels for this purpose. The fleet conversion begins at the new logistics center at the Marktredwitz location – where the first vehicles are already in use. (Photo: Edeka/tu)
Edeka Nordbayern plans to acquire 150 bio-CNG trucks
The Arvato Systems team supports companies in their digital transformation as IT specialists. | Image: Arvato Systems
LogiMAT 2025: Cloud-based logistics and AI-supported innovations at Arvato Systems
Robot-assisted loading replaces manual or semi-automatic loading of loop sorters. | Image Beumer Group
LogiMAT 2025: Innovative automation and data-driven services at Beumer
Dambach presents a multidimensional storage system for pallets at LogiMAT 2025 in Stuttgart. | Image: Dambach
LogiMAT 2025: Dambach presents new storage system
Michael Nikolaides, Head of Production Network and Logistics BMW Group, with one of the two "IVECO S-eWay Fuel Cell" trucks, which BMW is testing in real operation. (Image: BMW Group)
Fuel Cell Trucks: BMW Group Launches Transport Pilot Operation at the Leipzig Plant
Prologis has acquired an industrial site in Pforzheim from K-Mail Order GmbH. Klingel used to send its goods from there. Here you can see a stock image of Prologis. (Image: Prologis)
Logistics properties: Prologis revitalizes former Klingel site in Pforzheim
Interesting logistics news about the 2025 federal elections can be found in the news ticker of LOGISTIK HEUTE. (Photo: Foto-Ruhrgebiet/stock.adobe.com)
Logistics: Well Informed for the 2025 Federal Election
Hubtex presents a connectivity solution for fleet management at LogiMAT 2025. (Image: Hubtex)
LogiMAT 2025: Hubtex has connectivity solution in its trade fair luggage
Cover image of the LOGISTIK HEUTE special issue "Software in Logistics 2025", which was published on February 19. (Photo: HUSS-VERLAG)
Generative AI: Real-time Insights for Logistics
Hamburg: Containers are stored and loaded at the Container Terminal Altenwerder (CTA) of Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA). (Image: Christian Charisius, dpa)
VDMA: Setback for the Machinery Manufacturing Export Division
Soloplan, provider of the logistics software CarLo, is presenting a tamper-proof web archive and AI-supported document recognition at LogiMAT 2025. (Image: Soloplan)
LogiMAT 2025: Soloplan presents a complete solution for document management
CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: The focus of the digital event is on knowledge transfer and exchange on industry-relevant and forward-looking topics. (Image: HUSS-VERLAG)
Logistics Knowledge: HUSS-VERLAG Invites to CONFERENCE DAYS 2025
Federal Minister of Transport Volker Wissing urges the parties to make compromises in the coalition negotiations. (Photo: Helmut Fricke)
Bundestag election: Volker Wissing urges compromises in government formation
In the shafts of the two aluminum grids, connected by over three fire doors, the so-called "Grids," the AutoStore system from Element Logic at Breuninger offers more than 200,000 container locations on a total storage area of 5,400 square meters. (Image: Element Logic)
Warehouse Technology: Breuninger relies on Element Logic for its extensive AutoStore warehouse
Maros Sefcovic, EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, speaks on January 23 at a panel discussion during the 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos. (Photo: Laurent Gillieron/KEYSTONE/dpa)
Meeting in Washington: EU Trade Commissioner Hopes for Resolution in Tariff Dispute with USA
The service provider LahrLogistics has digitized its processes with the support of TradeLink. (Photo: LahrLogistics)
Digitalization: LahrLogistics transforms its processes with TradeLink
Automation for pretzel sticks and pretzels: Snack manufacturer Boehli relies on Mecalux at its Gundeshoffen location. (Photo: Mecalux)
Automation: Boehli Improves Its Intralogistics Processes with Mecalux
Large quantities of coarse dirt can be easily washed away: This is what the new hot water high-pressure cleaner “HDS 18/18-4 S Classic” from Kärcher can do. (Photo: Kärcher)
Cleaning Technology: Kärcher Introduces New Hot Water High-Pressure Cleaner for Large Amounts of Dirt
HERE WeGo Pro is intended to provide operators of commercial vehicle fleets with optimized route guidance for routes with multiple stops, taking into account road restrictions and real-time traffic conditions. (Image: Here)
Logistics IT: Precise Navigation for Milk-Run Logistics
Berlin: A driver for the food delivery service Lieferando drives down a street. The major Delivery Hero shareholder Prosus wants to incorporate the Lieferando parent company Just Eat Takeaway in a billion-dollar deal. (Photo: Sebastian Gollnow/dpa)
Food Delivery Services: Prosus Targets Just Eat Takeaway
The Austrian gastronomy supplier Wiesbauer has commissioned the system integrator Klinkhammer Intralogistics to construct an automated three-aisle deep-freeze warehouse including the associated conveyor technology and sequencing workstations. An animation is depicted. (Image: Klinkhammer)
Cold Storage Logistics: Wiesbauer Gourmet Gastro Relies on Klinkhammer Intralogistics for New Warehouse Construction
Experts from Abat provide insights into the possibilities of artificial intelligence at the trade fair stand. (Image: Abat)
LogiMAT 2025: Artificial Intelligence as a Driving Force for Logistics
Containers will be transshipped at the Port of Stuttgart in February 2025. (Photo: Marijan Murat/dpa)
Action Plan for Energy Prices: How Brussels Wants to Strengthen the Industry
The DACH expansion of Proxima is led by Senior Vice President René Petri. (Image: Proxima)
Procurement: Consulting Proxima Expands to Germany
The production of the new 13-liter diesel engine MAN D30 is starting, while the battery manufacturing is being set up at the Nuremberg site. (Photo: MAN Truck & Bus)
Trucks: MAN begins production of the last diesel engine in Nuremberg
The BWVL Bundesverband für Eigenlogistik & Verlader e.V. wants the future government to consider the interests of freight transport. (Image: trojanphoto, AdobeStock)
Road Freight Transport: BWVL Calls for Political Support to Strengthen In-house Logistics and Shippers
Flexible and fast logistics solutions are becoming more important according to the L.I.T. Group. Managing directors Andreas Janetzko (left) and Max Sommershof (center), as well as Felix Kaiser, Head of Operations (right), are responding to these requirements with L.I.T. Speed GmbH. (Image: L.I.T. Group)
Logistics service: L.I.T. Group launches L.I.T. Speed for time-critical logistics
The sun sets behind container bridges and harbor cranes in the Port of Hamburg in February 2025. (Photo: Christian Charisius/dpa)
After the federal election: Commerzbank Chief Economist Krämer targets the Supply Chain Act
From left: Daniel Rubinstein, Ulf Christiansen, and Stuart Reid have founded Troveinvest, headquartered in Berlin. (Image: Marcus Wichert)
Real Estate Asset Management: Newly Founded Troveinvest to Capitalize on Opportunities from Upheavals
A container ship is moored at the Burchardkai terminal in the Port of Hamburg in 2022. (Photo: Daniel Bockwoldt/dpa)
German Merchant Fleet: More Ships to Sail Under German Flag
Archive image from March 15, 2024, Saxony-Anhalt, Halle (Saale): Sigrid Nikutta, CEO of DB Cargo, steps out of an innovative hybrid locomotive on the grounds of the freight yard. (Photo: Hendrik Schmidt/dpa)
DB Cargo: Job Cuts Particularly Affect Employees in the East
View over the Elbe to the port of Hamburg with downtown Hamburg in May 2024. (Photo: Christian Charisius/dpa)
Sea Freight: Hamburg Port Once Again Handling Less Cargo
Ravensburg: Bins for organic waste are ready for collection at the roadside. Organic waste from the Ravensburg district has been processed for years in Lustenau, Austria. But soon, that will come to an end. (Photo: Felix Kästle/dpa)
Disposal: Ravensburg District Will Soon Stop Sending Organic Waste on Trips
A woman walks through a snowy rocky landscape at the Ilulissat Icefjord in Greenland. Greenland's immense raw material resources have long since attracted the interest not only of US President Trump but also of the EU. (Photo: Steffen Trumpf/dpa)
Geopolitics: What Greenland's Resources Mean for the EU
For a liter of diesel, an average of 1.678 euros must be paid, which is 2.1 cents less. The liter of Super E10 costs an average of 1.739 euros nationwide. | Image: David Roumanet/Pixabay.
ADAC: Price for diesel and gasoline drops for the first time after seven weeks
Successful trade fair result at AutoZum 2025 in Salzburg: The teams from Birner and Carat at the Birner exhibition stand. | Image: Carat.
Carat expands its field of action and presents itself with Birner at the AutoZum 2025
With an exceptionally lightweight exterior, the new Liteshell refrigerated trailer from Kögel stands out. | Image: Kögel
Excellent Lightweight: Kögel Cool Liteshell Trailer
Petlas brought a selection of commercial and industrial tires to the Salzburg AutoZum 2025. | Image: Petlas.
AutoZum 2025: Petlas presents itself in the European tire network
The first facility for hydrogen supply via "Tube Trailer" at the Mahle Powertrain site in Northampton. | Image: MPT.
Decarbonizing Transport: Mahle Participates in the Cavendish Project for Commercial Vehicle Hydrogen Engines
By the end of the year over 1,000 locations: The map shows the currently available charging points in Europe as well as those planned by the end of 2025. | Image: MAN Truck & Bus.
E-Truck Fleet Consulting: MAN Truck & Bus Elevates eMobility Services to a New Level
The trade fair management and exhibitors are thoroughly impressed by the outcome of this year's AutoZum. | Image: MZS/FRB Media.
AutoZum 2025 Post-Report: Great Interest in Trend Topics Digitalization and New Drives
With a more user-friendly interface, Castrol's revised and expanded product finder is presented. | Image: Castrol.
Even faster to the right oil: Castrol optimizes its online product finder
The network of gas stations in Europe that accept UTA fuel cards is continuously being expanded. | Image: UTA Edenred/Adobe Stock.
Bio-Diesel: UTA Edenred expands European filling station network for HVO100 to 1,800 stations
NTN Europe has expanded its range with seven types of sensors for various vehicle areas. | Image: NTN Europe.
Automotive Spare Parts: NTN Europe Expands Sensor Portfolio
For the next Autopromotec in Bologna, several press events have been launched worldwide. | Image: Autopromotec.
Autopromotec 2025: At full power into the global aftermarket
Rising sales figures at Wrightbus give Gale tailwind, which he uses to continue growing with the new subsidiary Rightec. | Photo: Wrightbus
Interview with Jean-Marc Gales, CEO of Wrightbus Group: "Switching to locally emission-free drives was certainly the most important decision"
A simpler delivery process is promised by the new solution in the Ford Pro service package. | Image: Ford Werke GmbH.
Ford Pro: Delivery Assist simplifies deliveries
Agricultural machinery and semi-trailers: that is what the Krone Group from Spelle, Lower Saxony, is known for. | Image: Krone Group.
Trailer and Agricultural Technology: Krone Group Stabilizes Through Investments
In a 208-liter barrel, "Castrol Vecton 5W-30 F-Trucks CK-4" is offered on the market. | Image: Castrol.
Castrol launches new Vecton oil for Ford Trucks engines
The Higher Regional Court of Cologne has now delivered a final judgment in the dispute over the release of vehicle data. | Image: WilliamCho/Pixabay.
Breakthrough for fair competition in automotive service: OLG Cologne grants free access to vehicle data for repair shops
According to Conti, the new EfficientPro is particularly fuel and energy efficient for long-distance transport due to the new vec2Sil silica compound. | Image: Continental.
Also for e-trucks: More mileage for long-distance with CV tires Conti EfficientPro 5
Krone trailers can be seamlessly connected to Webfleet's fleet management via the integrated telematics. | Image: Krone.
Trailer Telematics: A Platform Seamlessly Connects Krone Trailers and Webfleet
Employees in the production of driver seats at supplier Grammer in the plant in Kümmersbruck. | Image: Armin Weigel/dpa.
Realignment: Five Supervisory Board Members Leave Supplier Grammer
The new TDI as a panel van. | Image: VWN.
Bulli T7 as TDI, hybrid, or electric: VWN begins Europe-wide delivery of the new van
Graphic of the planned pilot plant for tire recycling through pyrolysis in Japan. Construction is expected to begin in November 2025. | Image: Bridgestone.
Tire Recycling through Pyrolysis: Bridgestone Builds Pilot Plant for Tire Recycling
Under the E.ON charging infrastructure now funded by the EU, there are 430 charging points for heavy-duty vehicles with a capacity of 350 kW or more. | Image: Bünnagel.
The EU is providing 45 million euros: Energy companies E.ON, Eldrive, and ZSE are developing European charging infrastructure.
Registration for free participation is now possible at conference-days.de. Among all participants, a premium smartphone worth approximately 1,100 euros will be raffled off. | Image: HUSS-VERLAG.
CONFERENCE DAYS 2025: Register now for the digital knowledge event
The ecoChamp from Berger is 1.5 tons lighter but is supposed to offer the same stability as the heavier semi-trailers, thus providing more payload. | Image: Schmitz Cargobull.
Ideal also for electric tractors: Schmitz Cargobull introduces new lightweight semi-trailer from Berger
Despite the crisis, fleet managers can operate efficiently and cost-effectively with intelligent telematics solutions. | Image: HUSS-VERLAG.
Transport webinar: How fleet managers optimize their operations with telematics - despite the crisis
The independent commercial vehicle tire service network Pneunet was founded in 2014 - and continues to grow with international partners...(Photo: Pneuhage)
Tire Service: New International Partners in the Pneunet Network
Facade with Statement: The portrait of René Magritte will shape the new Mobull building in Brussels in the future – a homage to Belgian art. (Photo: Hasenkamp)
Art Logistics: Hasenkamp Expands Presence in Belgium
The ship is controlled from a control center in Duisburg. The aim is to operate with a reduced crew in the medium term and to address the shortage of skilled workers. The approval was granted by the General Directorate of Waterways and Shipping (GDWS). (Photo: HGK)
HGK: Remote-Controlled Inland Vessel in Test Operation
With Doll's proprietary electronic assistance systems, it is possible to control all central trailer functions from the driver's seat in the truck. (Photo: Doll Fahrzeugbau)
Low-bed trailers: Bode Bautechnik relies on Doll Tiefbett X
The new DHL Health Logistics Campus in Florstadt from above: With its specialized warehouses and state-of-the-art infrastructure, it is set to function as one of the major pharmaceutical hubs in Europe. (Photo: DHL)
Florstadt: DHL expands new logistics center for pharmaceutical logistics
Lufthansa Cargo will offer additional loading capacities to Italy starting in June. In the picture (from left) Ashwin Bhat, Chairman of the Executive Board of Lufthansa Cargo, and Jörg Eberhart, CEO and Managing Director of ITA Airways. Photo: Lufthansa Cargo
Lufthansa Cargo: Freight Hub Rome as Fifth Hub
The new electric truck from Volvo has a range of up to 600 kilometers and its batteries can be charged in 40 minutes. (Photo: Volvo Trucks)
600 kilometers range: Volvo Trucks introduces electric truck for long-distance transport
Contract signing in Rheine (from left to right): Tim Bittner and Dr. Michael Bargl (both Managing Directors of IDS), Philipp, Benedikt, Johannes, and Lukas Lohmöller (all Managing Directors of LSL Lohmöller) as well as Andreas Neudachin (Head of Forwarding LSL Lohmöller). (Photo: LSL Lohmöller)
IDS: Lohmöller Takes Over Osnabrück Region
Ready for the next round: Magma freighter on the ground, containers ready for loading. (Photo: Magma Aviation)
Africa: Magma Aviation Sets Course for the Future in the Air Cargo Business
The ETF insists on involvement in the Brenner Corridor and sees the exclusion of employees as a serious risk to the project. (Photo: Pixabay)
Brenner Corridor: ETF Warns of Security Risks
The provider of low-voltage batteries, Exide, is exhibiting at Autopromotec and sharing its knowledge through training sessions. | Image: Exide.
Autopromotec 2025: Exide presents innovative battery technologies and live training sessions
The flexible high-speed door V 5025 Z from Hörmann automatically reinserts itself after a forklift crashes into the door. | Image: Hörmann
Hörmann V 5025 Z: Self-repairing high-speed door reduces downtime in logistics
The Vipal booth at Autopromotec 2025. The program also includes interactive contributions. | Image: Vipal.
Autopromotec 2025: Vipal represents the rubber market and tire retreading