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
ESC to speak at SIL Barcelona
SIL is the Leading Trade Fair for Logistics, Transport, Intralogistics and Supply Chain in Southern Europe, held annually in Barcelona. It is a key event for the logistics industry, offering...
Austria’s north-south road corridor blockages are illegal, confirms EU
The European Commission has released its official response to a complaint by the Italian government, clearly outlining several breaches of EU law by Austria. As repeatedly stated by the commercial...
New customs checks on medium-risk goods entering the UK: the fees will cost UK firms £330 million a year
The government is forecasting that new customs checks on medium-risk goods entering the UK have come into force, with the government forecasting the fees will cost UK firms £330 million...
New legislation agreed to increase zero emissions trucks on European roads
13 May 2024, the European Commission welcomes the final adoption by the EU Member States of the revised regulation on CO2 emission standards for new heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) entering the...
ESC to speak at the Mediterranean Ports and Logistics 2024
European Shippers' Council will speak at the 11th Mediterranean Ports and Logistics 2024 Exhibition and Conference hosted by the Port Network Authority of the Eastern Adriatic Sea and their Strategic...
European Commission – Management Plans 2024
The European Commission has published the management plans for their departments. Each year, the Commission's departments define their main actions for the year ahead, and how these will contribute to...
CCNR: new report on European inland navigation
The Central Commission for the Navigation of the Rhine (CCNR) in partnership with the European Commission published a new report on European inland navigation.
Transport demand saw a downward trend...
Upcoming events
Overview of the EU-US Trade Deal Unpacked: How to Prepare
The Joint Statement on a United States-European Union framework on an agreement on reciprocal, fair, and balanced trade removes some uncertainty for many businesses. However, a 15% tariff still represents ...
RTC conference on results from road transport research
Going on its 9th edition, the RTR Conference is a unique entry point into the achievements of EU-funded projects in road transport. Once again this year, participants will learn about ...
Navigating 42 and other customs procedures in EU member states
Widespread differences in customs formalities across EU Member States mean that companies operating in multiple jurisdictions often have to manage operations on a country-by-country basis. During this roundtable, we will ...
European Ocean Days
The European Ocean Days is a week-long event with a series of dynamic and interconnected sessions focused on key ocean-related themes, all designed to encourage participants to engage across topics ...
RailTech Europe ’26
Where knowledge meets innovation
The 16th edition of RailTech Europe will bring together the international railway industry in the Netherlands on 4 & 5 March 2026. Together we will get ...
Webinar “Consequences for Logistics and Shippers after the Effective Closure of the Strait of Hormuz”
European Shippers' Council is pleased to invite you to the free webinar "Consequences for Logistics and Shippers after the Effective Closure of the Strait of Hormuz".
This webinar will look ...
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