ESC Webinar on the Revision of the Weights and Dimensions Directive
30 January 2024, European Shippers' Council (ESC) organised a webinar on the revision of the Weights and Dimensions Directive (WDD). The discussions, moderated by Matteo Nenciolini, a Policy Officer for...
Joint Communique: International Customs Day
The 26th of January is International Customs Day. ESC together with other associations represented in the Trade Contact Group (the group established by the European Commission to provide advise to...
ESC praises EU’s commitment to global green transformation as outlined by Executive Vice-President Dombrovskis
In response to Executive Vice-President Valdis Dombrovskis' keynote speech at the EU Sustainable Investment Summit 2024, European Shippers Council applauds the EU's commitment to a fair and inclusive green transition....
ESC calls upon the European Parliament to improve the weak points in the Customs proposal
The legal framework for EU customs is currently undergoing a reform process. In May 2023, the European Commission proposed the most ambitious and comprehensive reform of the EU Customs Union...
Exchange of views with Commissioner Vălean
23 January 2024, the European Parliament's TRAN Committee held an exchange of views with Commissioner Vălean as part of the Structured Dialogue.
She discussed the progress of key files and...
Addressing the Red Sea crisis and its impact on the EU economy
The ongoing Red Sea crisis, driven by Houthi attacks on shipping vessels, has far-reaching consequences, extending beyond the immediate security concerns to the broader economic well-being of the European Union....
Successful conclusion of FERRMED Study
After more than four years of intense work by 24 experts from all over the EU (more than 45,000 hours of work), the “FERRMED Study of Traffic and Modal Optimisation...
EU funding is essential for resilient, sustainable, and efficient transport
European Shippers' Council together with other transport-related organisations are collaborating on a campaign for "More EU budget for transport!" ahead of the upcoming EU elections and DG MOVE's proposal for...
Due diligence: businesses to be prepared
The Corporate Sustainable Due Diligence Directive is to ensure that businesses take responsibility for the negative impacts of their activities. This directive establishes a uniform EU-wide standard compelling both EU...
Steel products originating from Russia: EU replaces ban by quotas
The Council of the European Union has introduced as of 03.16.2022 a total ban on the import of certain products originating from Russia. However, in order to limit the impact...
International trade: cross-border data flows
17 January 2024, European Shippers’ Council met officials from the European Commission (Directorate-General for International Trade) to discuss cross-border data flows and the rejection of trade certificates from Morocco ....
Transport & Logistics Antwerp 2025
Discover the largest event in the transport and logistics industry, featuring 300 exhibitors, 75 speakers, and 3 days of seminars. Experience innovative pavilions, demo zones, and networking opportunities. Explore the ...
Military Mobility: Operational Challenges and Readiness
The European Logistics Platform (ELP) is delighted to invite you to a debate
Tuesday, 14 October 2025
08:00 - 09:30
at the Members’ Salon of the European Parliament
Rue Wiertz 60, 1047 Brussels ...
EU roundtable: How can SMEs get ready for the new UCC?
The EU Customs Reform is about to take its final legislative shape, reshaping the customs landscape by abolishing customs declarations, altering stakeholder liabilities, introducing a single customs IT system for ...
Logistics for Europe 2025: Securing Global Supply Chains
CLECAT and ESC are pleased to announce the 4th Logistics for Europe conference " SECURING GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAINS: From Risk Awareness to Resilience" that will take place on 13 November ...
Raw Materials Week 2025
The Raw Materials Week 2025 will take place from 18 to 20 November in Brussels.
EUMICON is proud to co-organise, together with the European Commission, the 12th Annual High-Level Conference ...
European Silk Road Summit
About the European Silk Road Summit
While the main route continues to exist, the last couple of years have given room to alternatives, bypasses and new cooperations. Central Europe is ...