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Brazil’s ‘affordable’ electric truck factory may intensify the bet on green logistics alternatives in the country

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Rodrigo Contin , CEO of Hitech Electric, stated: “We now have different electric models for transporting goods, tailor-made to meet last-mile needs for parcels and deliveries, as well as super-applications, urban deliveries, e-commerce networks, among others.

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green Logistics – new truck shape could reduce the fuel consumption

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Almost every truck operates with diesel and to meet the goal of a significant reduction of that consumption, optimised aerodynamics could offer an improvement. The EU Commission set a target to cut emission of big trucks and buses by 30 percent by 2030. The most aerodynamic shape is a drop shape, which can be find in birds.

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Future-Proofing Transportation Spend in Supply Chains

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The rise of e-commerce and consumer expectations for faster, more reliable deliveries has further heightened the importance of optimized transportation to meet these needs. As challenges increase, technology continues to evolve to meet demand.

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WOF & BUD Cargo Forum: Delivering Knowledge

Logistics Business Magazine

Networking was redefined with an unprecedented number of scheduled meetings and an exhibition zone featuring key market players like Vienna Airport, Turkish Cargo, UTC Overseas, TIMOCOM, and Scan Global Logistics, just to name a few. Key participants included Cainiao, Huawei, Bosch, Samsung, and Lenovo.

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P&O Ferrymasters builds 10,000 sq m warehouse at Genk

Logistics Business Magazine

P&O Ferrymasters has entered into an agreement with Genk Green Logistics to build a 10,000 sq m state-of-the-art warehouse near the Port of Genk, further enhancing its pan-European rail, road and warehousing network at a critical time for international trade and the economic recovery.

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New TVH UK Warehouse "Will Meet All Brexit Outcomes"

247 Customs Broker

The post New TVH UK Warehouse "Will Meet All Brexit Outcomes" appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News. This Stephen Smallbone (above), TVH UK General Sales Manager and John Percy, Managing Director of Bepco UK, say the new facilities will guarantee the excellent level of service customers have come to […].

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Now or Never: Why Supply Chain Sustainability is Non-Negotiable in 2022

Locus

Fighting climate change with green logistics. By establishing the concept of eco-friendliness in your supply chain, a green logistics system can be introduced. This can be done by defining what exactly ‘going green’ means for your business, and setting goals accordingly. Download Now! Ethical sourcing of goods.