ESC Newsletter – 31 May 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 will typically be published in the middle and at the end of the month and it will contain 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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EU-US Trade and Technology Council enhances cooperation in emerging technologies, sustainable trade and economic security

On the 31st of May, 2023, the European Union and the United States have held the fourth ministerial meeting of the EU-US Trade and Technology Council (TTC) in Luleå, Sweden....

European Commission: management action plans

Under the umbrella of the strategic plan, each Commission department produces an annual management plan for the year ahead. These plans set out the main activities for the year and...

EU-UK relations: EU takes further steps to implement the Windsor Framework

The EU is continuing to put in place the Windsor Framework, which was politically agreed between the Commission and the UK government on 27 February 2023 to address, in a...

China deploys first intelligent heavy-haul freight train for coal transport

The first heavy-haul freight train that allows for digital real-time monitoring has hit the rail in China. The convoy will travel on the section between Huanghua and Shuozhou, in the...

VNF published activity report 2022 on French waterways

Voies Navigables de France (VNF) has published its 2022 Activity Report under the theme “Fluvial Transport in Service of Ecological Planning. VNF’s actions enable the management of water resources more...

UNIFE and CER welcome the conclusion of the negotiations on AFIR

On 24 May 2023 , the European Rail Supply Industry (UNIFE) and the Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies (CER) have published a press release regarding the conclusion and...

Sweden will host 4th meeting of the EU-US Trade and Technology Council (TTC)

On 23 May 2023 , the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the European Union has published a press release that Sweden will host a meeting of the EU-US Trade...

Next TRAN meeting to be held on 24-25 May 2023

The European Parliament’s Committee on Transport and Tourism (TRAN) will meet on Wednesday, 24 May (10.00 - 18.30) and Thursday, 25 May (9.00 - 12.30). The full agenda and all...

REPowerEU – financial opportunities for research and innovation

On 23 May 2023, DG Research & Innovation will organise an information event in Brussels on financial and business opportunities beyond Horizon Europe, which can support the market uptake of...

Best practices: Small Autonomous Cars as part of Public Transport in Suburbs

Public transport in suburban areas has always been a challenge due to the lack of demand for large buses and high cost of operations. One of the best practices on...

Online workshop: Zero Emission Urban Road Delivery Vehicles Market Analysis and EIT Urban Mobility Call for Proposals 2022-2024

Don't miss the "Zero Emission Urban Road Delivery Vehicles Market Analysis & EIT Urban Mobility Call for Proposals 2022-2024" workshop on 24 May, 09:00-11:00 (CEST)!

Register for FREE & join...

Astypalea: On-demand & shared mobility for an entire island

Astypalea, a picturesque Greek island, has taken a significant step towards a sustainable future by relaunching its local transportation system. The new integrated approach brings together a more sustainable mix...

New measures proposed for EU Customs Reform

The Commission has put forward proposals for the most ambitious and comprehensive reform of the EU Customs Union since its establishment in 1968. The proposed measures present a world-leading, data-driven vision...

T&E publishes briefing about corporate cars problem

Transport & Environment’s (T&E) has published a briefing about what the EU can do about the corporate cars problem. Corporate fleets are Europe’s biggest car market. They account for 58%...

Commission signs high-level agreements with Western Balkans to improve transport links

On 16 May 2023 , the Commission signed high-level agreements with Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia. The agreements adapt the trans-European transport network (TEN-T), the EU's network...

Upcoming events

Procurement & Supply Chain Live

Sep 26, 2023 12:00 am

Leading industry figures gather at Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE to discuss the most important and innovative ideas around the world of procurement, supply chain and logistics.

The event includes ...

Waterborne Days 2023

Sep 26, 2023 12:00 am

The Waterborne Days conference will take place in Brussels on the 26-27 September 2023 . The interactive two-day conference on the European Waterborne Transport Sector, will have multiple sessions exploring ...

XXVIIth World Road Congress 2023, Prague

Oct 02, 2023 12:00 am

The program for the 27th World Road Congress from 2 - 6 October 2023 in Prague will provide global insights on the current practices and future trends in the road ...

IATA World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) 2023

Oct 03, 2023 12:00 am

The  World Sustainability Symposium   (WSS)  is the only IATA event specifically tailored for airline sustainability professionals providing them with the unique opportunity to upgrade their environment knowledge level and ...

FIATA world congress 2023

Oct 03, 2023 12:00 am

Every year, FIATA International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations brings together 800-1500 participants from the freight forwarding, transport, and cargo industries as well as observers from other sectors and a ...

Urban Mobility Days 2023: Save the date

Oct 04, 2023 12:00 am

Save the Date for Urban Mobility Days 2023 taking place from 4-6 October in Seville, Spain .

Urban Mobility Days will bring together politicians, local authorities, industry, and urban transport ...

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