Kapsch TrafficCom has announced that it has successfully delivered the very first barrier-free tolling system to be used on a French motorway. The Austria-based technology company supplied the roadside equipment and the transaction collection system. Since 4 November, drivers no longer have had to slow down or stop for tolling on the new A79 motorway in central France thanks to …

On 10 November, 2022, the European Commission presented a proposal to reduce air pollution from new motor vehicles sold in the EU to meet the European Green Deal’s zero-pollution ambition, while keeping vehicles affordable for consumers and promoting Europe’s competitiveness.   The Commission says the new Euro 7 standards will ensure cleaner vehicles on our roads and improved air quality, protecting the …

The 2022 Report is the eleventh consecutive industry study carried out by the Federation of European Self Storage Associations (FEDESSA).  This year’s report is produced jointly with CBRE (Global Commercial Real Estate) for the first time. The report shows that despite the challenges faced throughout the past year, with COVID-19 disruptions and economic headwinds, the self storage market has continued to perform strongly and investor interest continues …

Roldo Rent and Varodarent have reached an agreement to join forces for the future, with Varodarent to be acquired by Roldo Rent. Both companies are active in the rental market of (durable) moving materials. Merging the two companies will lead to a strong expansion of the logistics network and rental pool, this way the combined company can grow faster and …

Atlas Van Lines has announced the promotion of Ryan McConnell to president and COO of the company. Ryan was formerly vice president of strategic planning and has more than 25 years’ experience in the transportation and logistics industry.  In his new role, Ryan will be responsible for leading the Atlas Van Lines household goods division in the US, which includes …

Euromovers and IMA joined forces for one night in Atlanta last week to celebrate their long-standing close relationship.  The joint dinner took place at Max Lager, close to the IAM convention hotel. It was attended by 125 people 40 of whom were Euromovers members. As always Patricia Jade Ooi, the charismatic matriarch of IMA, put a spin on the event, …

EUROMOVERS is sponsoring two cars in the Panda Raid, a rally across the Moroccan desert in old Fiat Pandas that is taking place now and ending on Saturday, 29 October.  Peter Lauret, a member of the EUROMOVERS board, is on one of the teams. Panda Raid is an amateur 3,000km racing rally from Madrid to Marrakesh, in 4×4 Fiat panda …

ISS Relocations has announced the appointment of Akhilesh Sharma as its manager for Dubai. Akhilesh has over 20 years’ experience in the relocation, cargo and FMCG industries having previously worked for a number of well-known global brands, including Crown and Allied Pickfords. Commenting on Akhilesh’s appointment, Global CEO Abhilash Nair said, “Akhilesh is an exceptional addition to our senior management …

Volvo Trucks unveiled a completely new, fully electric rear axle at the 2022 IAA transport show held at Hannover, Germany, in September. Volvo says the new e-axle means even longer range for Volvo’s electric trucks as it enables more batteries to be carried. Volvo Trucks claims to have the widest offer of battery electric trucks in the industry, with six different …

Gabriel Makki, tolling expert at Kapsch TrafficCom provides insights into road user charging (RUC) and the challenges the technology is still facing. The number of vehicles on the roads shows continued growth, while the cost of maintaining road infrastructure is increasing. At the same time, new environmental protection and sustainability goals are forcing new mobility concepts. How can tolling still be …