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🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

WA transport industry wants tougher truck licensing model

Western Australia's transport industry is urging the government to implement stricter truck licensing regulations, akin to those adopted by South Australia after a fatal crash in 2024.

Mar 1 • 21:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Néstor Otero, the 'untouchable' businessman who explained how complicity between business and power works, has died

Néstor Otero, a prominent Argentine businessman known for his influence and connections in the transport industry, has passed away.

Feb 28 • 19:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The consolidation of the road transport industry is progressing

The article discusses the ongoing consolidation in the road transport industry in Poland, highlighting rising freight rates and increasing demand for goods.

Feb 25 • 19:32 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Transport Industry Fights for Infrastructure Financing

Over 40 European transport organizations have jointly urged EU member states and the European Commission to allocate at least 100 billion euros for the next funding round of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) under the upcoming Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF).

Feb 24 • 21:11 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The European Commission wants to solve the problem of a shortage of professional drivers

The European Commission is considering measures to facilitate the recruitment of skilled drivers from outside the EU to address a workforce shortage in the trucking industry.

Feb 24 • 08:07 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Railway Workers Don’t Want Longer Trucks

The European Railway and Infrastructure Managers' Community is protesting against the EU's revision of regulations allowing longer trucks in international transport, citing concerns for the railway industry's competitiveness.

Feb 23 • 17:34 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Dionysis Theodoratos: Greek ferry transport is at a critical transition point

The Greek ferry transport industry is focusing on strategic goals for 2026, emphasizing a green transition and modernization of port infrastructures.

Feb 18 • 15:37 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Public works wage standards increase by 4.5%, exceeding an average of 25,000 yen for the first time starting March

The Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced a 4.5% increase in wage standards for public works, surpassing an average of 25,000 yen for the first time, in response to ongoing labor shortages in the construction industry.

Feb 17 • 07:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A karaoke company bets on AI in logistics and shocks the sector: 'I never imagined it in my wildest dreams'

A karaoke company has shocked the logistics industry by adopting AI, causing a significant drop in stock prices across transport and logistics companies.

Feb 13 • 11:15 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Heavy vehicle sales drop more than 35%: Anpact

Heavy vehicle wholesale sales in Mexico fell by over 35% in January, according to the National Association of Bus, Truck, and Tractor Producers (Anpact).

Feb 11 • 23:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Enough is enough: Finland demands change to drivers' plight – "We don't act like the French who throw shit at the wall"

Finnish MEPs and transport industry advocates demand immediate EU solutions for freezing issues with diesel car AdBlue systems.

Feb 11 • 05:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greek shipowners: Strong role in transporting LNG from the US to Europe

Greek shipowners are at the forefront of developing maritime routes for transporting LNG from the US to Europe, emphasizing the growing recognition of shipping's importance.

Feb 11 • 05:17 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Transport industry calls out so-called 'sham contracting'

The Western Roads Federation is urging the establishment of a taskforce to address the misuse of roadside parking bays by trucking companies in Western Australia.

Feb 10 • 06:55 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Green Hydrogen: When Climate Policy Meets Reality

The article discusses the growing political discourse surrounding green hydrogen as a solution for decarbonizing industry and transport, while stressing the need for a more nuanced understanding of its environmental implications.

Feb 8 • 09:27 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

It's manageable. Macinka can do it for two years. I also gave a lot to it, says Havlíček

Petr Macinka claims he can lead two ministries for up to two years, while former double minister Karel Havlíček reflects on the close ties between the ministries of industry and transport.

Feb 6 • 15:48 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Mass Exodus from the Road Transport Industry

The Polish road transport sector is facing a crisis due to the economic downturn in the EU and Mobility Package regulations, leading to a decline in international freight carriers.

Feb 5 • 18:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
World

This is the EU's plan that could collapse electric vehicle sales

A campaign group, Transport & Environment (T&E), warns that the EU's proposed easing of the ban on sales of combustion-engine cars may disrupt the auto market significantly.

Feb 4 • 10:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

IATA: Demand for travel is rising, but the aviation industry faces two key challenges

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reports a 5.3% increase in passenger demand measured by Revenue Passenger Kilometers (RPK) compared to 2024, alongside a 5.2% increase in available seat offering.

Feb 3 • 13:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Barcelona Wine Week 2026 in Barcelona: dates, times, where it is and how to get there by public transport

Barcelona Wine Week 2026 is returning for three days, providing an opportunity for wineries, distributors, and professionals in the restaurant industry and buyers to network and explore new offerings in the Spanish wine market.

Feb 3 • 04:20 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
World

"I am shocked that the Food Authority does not take it more seriously"

The article discusses the concerns of a Danish individual regarding the Food Authority's lack of seriousness about the operations of a discreet facility that handles the transport of Danish piglets.

Feb 2 • 20:02 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

First electric Scania truck arrives in Croatia and already has a buyer

The first fully electric Scania truck has been delivered to Croatia, marking a significant step towards sustainable transport, with STW Manšped being the initial buyer.

Jan 16 • 16:30 UTC

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