ESC Newsletter – 15 September 2023

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

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Life-cycle assessment interactive comparator for heavy-duty vehicles

The Concawe GHG comparator publishes a life-cycle assessment of greenhouse gas emissions from 5 different heavy-duty vehicle types in real-world conditions.

One could argue, what, another comparator? aren’t there already...

Cargo iQ: how does quality measuring function?

Cargo iQ members developed a system of shipment planning and performance monitoring for air cargo based on common business processes and milestones. As part of that system, the Master Operating...

Call for better CO2 regulation to safeguard the good functioning of mobility networks and logistics chains

Representing the automotive supply and road transport sectors, CLEPA and IRU have addressed a letter to Members of the European Parliament calling for their support in preserving essential technology options...

Spanish Presidency: informal ministerial meeting on transport

On 22 September, the informal ministerial meeting on Transport will take place in Barcelona.

The work sessions in Barcelona aim to continue moving together towards more accessible and efficient transport...

International agreements: carriage of freight by road

Please find here the Information relating to the entry into force of the Agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Moldova on the carriage of freight by road....

How Ship Decarbonization Relates to Digital Twinning

In an era defined by technological innovation, the maritime industry is not far behind. One of the latest and most promising advancements to set sail is the concept of “ship...

RECIPROCITY Mobility Assembly in Regensburg – Last Event

The RECIPROCITY project will host the last Mobility Assembly, set to take place on the 28th and 29th of September 2023, in the Regensburg, Germany. This assembly not only marks...

Have your say on the EC draft act on the European maritime single window environment – Specifications for the harmonised reporting interface module

The European Commission calls for feedback on draft act on European maritime single window environment – Specifications for the harmonised reporting interface module.

This initiative lays down functional and technical...

Upcoming events

The omnibus package – What implications for the EU’s sustainability credentials and European manufacturers?

May 19, 2025 02:30 pm

In February 2025, the European Commission launched an omnibus initiative to reduce administrative burdens on businesses, and provide more harmonisation within the European market. It also aims to make EU ...

ITF 2025 Summit on Transport Resilience to Global Shocks

May 21, 2025 12:00 am

The ITF 2025 Summit on  Transport Resilience to Global Shocks  will take place from 21 to 23 May in Leipzig, Germany, under the ITF Presidency of Chile.

The ITF Annual ...

European Maritime Day 2025

May 21, 2025 09:30 am

The European Maritime Day (EMD) is the annual event during which Europe’s maritime community meet to network, discuss and outline joint action on maritime affairs and sustainable blue economy.

The ...

Webinar “Trade Wars: Perfect Storm for Companies”

May 27, 2025 03:45 pm

Global trade is typically the domain of specialists. In recent months, however, news about global trade has dominated the mainstream media.

Despite this, it remains difficult for EU exporters to ...

Transport logistic 2025

Jun 02, 2025 12:00 am

The world's leading trade fair for logistics, mobility, IT and supply chain management offers you a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in the industry on 150,000 square meters of ...

Research & Innovation for a competitive green transition

Jun 23, 2025 12:00 am

Taking place as a satellite event of the European Research and Innovation (R&I) Days 2025, the conference "R&I for a Competitive Green Transition" will showcase tangible solutions for Europe’s green ...

More events? Please find a complete list of upcoming events here (you need to be logged in as a member to see this).