Study: Aviation Sector Strategic Action Plan
The competitiveness of the EU economy is a key element in the economic agenda for the EU, guided by the Draghi report on the future of EU competitiveness in 2024....
CountEmissionsEU brings greater transparency to transport emissions reporting
A new EU regulation introduces a single standard for calculating transport emissions, helping shippers make better-informed sustainability decisions.
Companies across Europe can now calculate and compare transport emissions using the...
European Shippers’ Council welcomes Horizon Europe agreement as a boost for EU competitiveness and innovation
European Shippers’ Council welcomes the Council of the European Union’s partial agreement on Horizon Europe (2028–2034), the EU’s flagship research and innovation programme, as an important step toward strengthening Europe’s...
Shipper priorities in a changing logistics landscape: insights from the AUTF Barometers and ESC discussions
As European businesses navigate an increasingly complex economic and geopolitical environment, supply chains have become a strategic asset. Beyond the traditional priorities of cost and reliability, shippers must now respond...
From infrastructure to intelligent logistics: ESC’s vision for the Mediterranean Corridor
Speaking at the FERRMED Conference during SIL Barcelona 2026, ESC Secretary General Godfried Smit highlighted the need to move beyond infrastructure development and transform the Mediterranean Corridor into an intelligent...
ESC highlighted shippers’ priorities at European Commission dialogue on Customs Reform
The European Shippers' Council (ESC) took part in the European Commission's Implementation Dialogue on the EU Customs Reform, chaired by Executive Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič. The discussion brought together stakeholders to...
European Shippers’ Council Position on the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
In light of the EP ENVI Exchange on the Commission Simplification Review, held in Brussels on 2 June 2026, European Shippers’ Council reiterates its position on the European Union Deforestation...
Godfried Smit highlights geopolitical risks and supply chain resilience at Spanish Shippers’ Council event
Speaking at an event organised by the Spanish Shippers’ Council, ESC Secretary General Godfried Smit addressed the growing impact of geopolitical uncertainty on global supply chains and the implications for...
NECTAR Conference: Planning for Urban Mobility Transitions in Times of Uncertainty
In a world increasingly shaped by crises including climate emergency, energy scarcity, geopolitical instability, digital disruption, and public discontent. The role of urban mobility planning is under unprecedented pressure to ...
European Transport Conference 2026
Join Europe's leading annual transport conference and connect with more than 500 researchers, policymakers, consultants and transport professionals from over 30 countries.
Whether you're looking to explore the latest research, ...
Port of the Future Week
Port of the Future Week brings together three days of groundbreaking innovations in autonomous and sustainable technology in port environments, featuring live demos, showcases, expert insights, and international collaboration. From ...
InnoTrans 2026
International Trade Faire for Transport Technology will take place in Berlin on 22-25 September 2026.
Sub-divided into the five trade fair segments Railway Technology, Railway Infrastructure, Public Transport, Interiors and ...
Connecting Europe Days
Connecting Europe Days will bring together politicians, financial institutions, industry representatives, transport stakeholders and the European Commission to discuss concrete measures and exchange good practices on creating a competitive, resilient, ...
Transport Policy Conference 2026
The EU’s push to decarbonise transport is accelerating, with new rules on CO2 standards, clean fuels, batteries, and infrastructure set to reshape the sector in the coming years. While these ...