Preface
Here is the next edition of our bi-weekly newsletter, containing a selection of the most relevant news, information, and events in the field of transport & logistics from the shippers' perspective. It is published in the middle and at the end of the month and contains an overview of all posts within the respective reporting period. For more regular news, please visit our website frequently, as we are writing news posts regularly.
The newsletter provides an overview of recent posts (news, press releases, regulations, and reports) as well as an overview of upcoming events (conferences, workshops, and meetings). For our members, we also provide more information on ESC meetings, projects, and activities.
To identify the topics of the news posts easier, you will find the topics indicated on the images assigned to each post. If you click on them, you will get an overview of all news posts published under this topic. We will frequently update the list of topics to allow for easier search functionalities.
On top of the 'Latest news' section, you will find a link to 'All news'. This will bring you to a page where we have a full overview of our news posts. You will be able to search, filter them for topics or years of publication, and sort them according to your preference. This all to allow you finding relevant news or information more quickly. Enjoy reading!
Latest news
30 January: ESC webinar on Revision of Weights and Dimensions
- K. Kliuyeva
- January 15, 2024
In the wake of the revised Weights and Dimensions Directive released on 11 July 2023 as part of the Green Freight Package, European Shippers’ Council is hosting a webinar to...
ETS Maritime: serious risk of carbon leakage and business leakage at the expense of EU ports
- K. Kliuyeva
- January 15, 2024
The European Shippers' Council together with other associations representing EU terminal operators, tugowners, maritime pilots, agents, and freight forwarders (FEPORT, ETA, EMPA, ECASBA, and CLECAT) support the spirit of the...
Belgian Presidency Programme
- K. Kliuyeva
- January 15, 2024
The Belgian presidency programme sets out the priorities and main directions of the Belgian presidency of the Council of the EU. The Belgian term takes place from the 1st of...
Proposed legislation regarding Weights and Dimensions, Combined Transport, and Rail Freight Transport
- K. Kliuyeva
- January 15, 2024
The European Commission has proposed amendments to the Weights and Dimensions legislation, including provisions that would allow cross-border operations with European Modular System (EMS) vehicles and the use of longer...
Ports as part of TEN-T network
- K. Kliuyeva
- January 12, 2024
On 18 December, Parliament and Council reached a deal on the review of the TEN-T Regulation, setting the requirements for all transport nodes and modes being part of the TEN-T...
Red Sea: attacks against international shipping
- K. Kliuyeva
- January 10, 2024
The European Shippers Council calls for an end to violence, namely in the Red Sea where Houthi militants have attacked and hijacked international crews and vessels. Such attacks have serious...
Upcoming events
European Supply Chain Management Strategies Summit
The European Supply Chain Management Strategies summit will once again bring together an exceptional line-up of the industry's best speakers, with technical experts, industry leaders, and specialists providing an unmissable ...
TransLogistica Poland 2024
TransLogistica Poland is the leading in Poland and Central-Eastern Europe business event for entrepreneurs who use or seek transport and logistics services, as well as for everyone professionally associated with ...
Intermodal Europe 2024
Every year, the intermodal industry gathers at Intermodal Europe for three exciting, dynamic, and productive days. Thousands of individuals from across the container market and beyond come together to meet, ...
Logistik & Transport 2024
This is the Nordic region’s leading conference and trade fair on the future of logistics and transport solutions. It brings together decision-makers from several branches of the industry for skills ...
International Conference on Logistics & Transport (ICTL 2024)
The ICTL theme for this year's event is " Supply Chain Management: Re-Imagined, Enabling Connectivity With Physical Internet ". Discover how this transformative approach empowers businesses to seamlessly connect with ...
Logistics for Europe 2024
In the face of rapidly evolving global markets and increasing international competition, the European Union must rethink its supply chain strategies to enhance competitiveness and drive future growth. Technological advancements ...
More events? Please find a complete list of upcoming events here (you need to be logged in as a member to see this).