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A must read for anyone interested in #finishedvehiclelogistics - rail, electrification, capacity, forecasting, xborder logistics, modal shifts, equipment investment, ocean, trucking, technology, network visibility and more... Great to share the #alscglobal stage with Todd Myers Charles Franklin Valerii Kucherenko @Agustin Sustaita and discuss the current fvl landscape and future requirements...

The automotive logistics sector is working to alleviate the shortage of transport capacity that has impacted vehicle delivery since the pandemic. At the Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global conference, experts from Nissan Motor Corporation, GLOVIS America, Inc., and others highlighted the importance of strategic investment and collaboration. Key initiatives include Glovis' investment in new vessels, D-Troy Logistics LLC's agile transport solutions, and multimodal approaches involving rail and shipping to ease congestion. With the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), challenges like heavier transport loads and driver shortages are further exacerbating capacity issues. Collaboration between vehicle manufacturers and logistics partners, along with long-term contracts, is critical to maintaining the flow of vehicles. The role of technology, such as RailPulse and vehicle data streaming, is also becoming pivotal in enhancing operational visibility and efficiency, supporting the evolving logistics demands. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e8JJr3Uy Michigan State University - Eli Broad College of Business Charles Franklin Valerii Kucherenko Todd Myers Christopher Ludwig Marcus Williams Megan Kelly Emily Uwemedimo Richard Logan Riad Mannan Anushka Dixit #Vehiclelogistics #Supplychain #EVlogistics #Transportcapacity #Automotiveindustry

FedEx Express is leading the way in sustainable logistics with the pilot introduction of the Mercedes-Benz Truck eActros 300 Electric Tractor in Eindhoven, Netherlands. The tractor unit is being used in place of a combustion engine tractor and trailer combination, to fulfil domestic linehaul operations from Eindhoven station in the Netherlands. For the pilot period the tractor will be paired with an existing FedEx-owned trailer, transporting shipments collected from larger customers on to FedEx hubs elsewhere in the Netherlands. The tractor will recharge onsite at the Eindhoven station during down time, using a 40kW temporary charging solution. As consumers demand more eco-friendly operations, companies are taking note and prioritizing sustainability in their supply chains. FedEx Express' latest move towards net-zero operations sets a positive example for the industry. #Sustainability #Logistics #CorporateSocialResponsibility #ClimateChange #NetZero #emobility https://lnkd.in/dAr-GBWh

Putting #zero-#emission trucks on the road for long-haul freight traffic means challenging the rules that have guided logistics development up to now. Not only new rules on vehicle weight and size to accommodate an average of 4 extra tons and 0.9 meters length, but also a complete rethink of the logistics model. The costs for vehicles, energy, and operational difficulties still keep us far from competing with business as usual. The word I’ve heard most in these two days in Gothenburg for the annual ZEFES partner meeting is: 'chicken and egg,' meaning no market volume, no investments. However, at GRUBER Logistics we believe in this and work every day to make these solutions competitive, but it is a task that must be carried out in #partnership with customers, #truck manufacturers, and #energy providers. Is it enough to believe in it? No, of course not. We also need a regulatory framework that allows electric vehicles to become more competitive at the expense of traditional ones. That's why it was important to have the European Commission here with us today. We need a holistic project. Thanks to the great panelists together with me at Volvo Trucks headquarters. Odermalm Jonas Robin Lataire Dr. Timo Günthner Anders Grauers

At this year's Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Europe conference Ford’s Martina Graser was joined by Inform's Dennis Feddern, RPM's Jaroslaw Maszczak and Sallaum Lines' Kay Lemcke to discuss port congestion, the pros and cons of direct chartering of vessels and trucks, and what role digital tools and services can play in building in greater flexibility to transport capacity management #finishedvehiclelogistics #portcongestion #vesselcharters #trucking #capacityconstraints #digitalisation #vehicleports #martimelogistics Ford Of Europe GmbH INFORM GmbH - Optimization Software RPM Sallaum Lines Christopher Ludwig Megan Kelly ilkhan Ozsevim Riad Mannan Richard Logan Matt Allard Alistair Newton Gavin Andrews Dan Wood

Revolutionising North America's Finished Vehicle Logistics The finished vehicle logistics (FVL) sector in North America is on the brink of a transformation. Advanced analytics and digital technologies are being adopted to enhance efficiency and resilience in response to ongoing supply chain challenges. Key Innovations: Improved Scheduling: Advanced notifications and load building. Digital Solutions: Real-time tracking and intelligent ETAs. Strategic Collaboration: Data sharing between carmakers and carriers for optimised routing. This transformation is crucial for sustaining the industry's growth and ensuring that the supply chain remains robust against any future disruptions. 🔗 Read the full insights here - https://lnkd.in/efEKwBxe #VehicleLogistics #SupplyChainManagement #DigitalTransformation #AutomotiveIndustry Asparuh Koev Mark Anderson Nick Thompson Sarah Amico William H. Kerrigan Drew Sherman Elizabeth Snyder Stefania Troncoso Fernández Megan Kelly Marcus Williams Christopher Ludwig Anushka Dixit ilkhan Ozsevim Richard Logan Riad Mannan

"The logistics industry is currently facing challenges from multiple sides: on the one hand, the demand for logistics is steadily increasing due to e-commerce and globalization, but on the other hand, there is a lack of skilled workers in the form of truck drivers who can handle this demand. In Europe alone, over 380,000 truck driver job postings were unfilled in 2021. This significant shortage is exacerbated by increasing labor expenses, which aggravate the cost pressure already caused by rising fuel prices. Moreover, the climate crisis calls for sustainable processes that can be carried out in a carbon-neutral and resource-conserving manner. Two technological leaps can help to address those challenges. The first—the electrification of trucks, driven by lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and sustainability demands—is already taking place. The subsequent leap—autonomous trucking—is expected to take off in the second half of this decade and is key to solving the massive driver shortage, increasing safety, and enabling further operational savings. This paper examines the autonomous logistics hub of the future, which is a critical link in enabling sustainable, autonomous trucking." Eike Gernant Benjamin Vieth Benedikt Roßmann

🚚 𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄... Truck drivers play a vital role in delivering products that fuel our daily lives, from the food we eat to the goods we use every day. However, they face numerous challenges on the road—from long hours to limited access to basic facilities like toilets. 💡 That’s why leading companies on the Responsible Trucking platform BATON TRANSPORT A/S, BMW Group, Daimler Truck AG, H&M Group, IKEA, Iveco Group, MAN Truck & Bus SE, PostNord, Raben Group, Scania Group, Volvo Cars & Volvo Group - are stepping up, making strides to improve working conditions for truck drivers in Europe. 𝗛𝗼𝘄? With the 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝟮.𝟬, a powerful tool to foster higher social standards throughout the supply chain and a culture of respect for this profession.   Read below what Christine Lennersand, Head of Purchase Transports at PostNord has to say on the new guidelines! 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. 📖𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀: https://shorturl.at/ropM5   🤝 Or consider joining fellow companies in setting fairer, safer, and more sustainable practices: https://shorturl.at/aR6Bf   #ResponsibleTrucking #Sustainability #Logistics #SupplyChain #WellbeingAtWork #Iveco

With expanding their fleet in Germany by 40 Volvo FM Electric trucks, DB Schenker, one of the world’s leading #logistics service providers, is taking the next important step towards a sustainable future in logistics. The electric 20-ton trucks with the option for trailer operation are perfectly suited for both urban and regional transports. The 40 new vehicles will be deployed nationwide from December 2024. click here to read more - https://lnkd.in/g2Y2Bw9z Volvo Trucks | Cyrille Bonjean | Ralf Toebbe | #sustainability #electricvehicle #partnership