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Business Intelligence: The Bold Move to Paperless Freight Transport — But Is the Industry Ready?

News from ECG ECG - 2025-05-16

Moving to paperless freight transport sounds easy — it sounds like the modern age. Just replace the paper trail with an electronic version. Everyone has access to mobile apps; nearly everyone in Europe owns a smartphone. …

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Press Release: 51% of FVL companies are experiencing a drop in volume

News from ECG ECG Association - 2025-05-15

According to the latest results of the cost and confidence trends survey from ECG – the Association of European Vehicle Logistics, the number has skyrocketed in two years. …

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ECG publishes fifth annual report on incidents in FVL

News from ECG ECG - 2025-05-02

A newly released report from ECG, the Association of European Vehicle Logistics, shows fewer severe incidents during loading and unloading of vehicles in 2024. …

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The United States Outlines Its Ambition for ‘Restoring America’s Maritime Dominance’, Curbing China’s Maritime Growth

News from ECG ECG - 2025-04-24

On 17 April 2025 the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) released a wave of fees following its investigation under Section 301 whereby maritime vessels owned or operated by Chinese owners or Chinese …

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ECG and CALA Sign Strategic Agreement to Strengthen Efficiency in Finished Vehicle Logistics

News from ECG ECG - 2025-04-18

The Association of European Vehicle Logistics (ECG) and the China Automotive Logistics Association (CALA) have signed a Strategic Cooperation Agreement today in a formal ceremony held in Shanghai. …

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ECG Eastern Regional Meeting took place in Kaunas

News from ECG ECG - 2025-04-17

The Eastern Europe Regional Meeting, which took place in Kaunas, Lithuania, was filled with interesting discussions. …

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US Tariffs and Their Impact on the European Vehicle Logistics Trade

News from ECG ECG - 2025-04-07

On April 2, 2025, newly declared as “Liberation Day,” President Donald J. Trump announced a new round of tariffs affecting countries worldwide. Reciprocal Tariffs …

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Press Release: Update of the European FVL Cost Index for Q3 and Q4 2024 released

News from ECG ECG - 2025-04-07

ECG – the Association of European Vehicle Logistics – and PwC Austria continue partnership to release regular index updatesBrussels, Monday 07 April 2025 …

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As of 2 April 2025, all visitors to the UK, except British and Irish citizens, will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the country. This requirement also extends to drivers in the Finished Vehicle Logistics (FVL) industry.

News from ECG ECG - 2025-04-02

The Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is not a visa but a digital ”permission to travel” for visits to the UK. Travelers must apply for this permission before their trip. …

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New Pure Car & Truck Carriers: PCTC increase across global waters

News from ECG ECG - 2025-03-31

Part 1: PCTC vessels in abundance amid shifting demand …

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