With the Gemini Cooperation, (an alliance between Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd planned for February 2025), Maersk plans to deliver a best-in-class ocean network with industry-leading reliability, reach, and speed. Key to achieving this ambition are the port terminals that will serve as hubs to connect the network’s 58 services and more than 6,000 port-to-port combinations. The key hubs have been carefully chosen for …

Thomas Juchum, General Manager and Executive Board Member for EUROMOVERS Worldwide Alliance, has been awarded the organisation’s Medal of Honor (Circle of the Distinguished) at this year’s EUROMOVERS General Meeting in Ibiza. The honour recognises Thomas’ outstanding contributions and tireless commitment to EUROMOVERS international. In a press release the organisation said that Thomas has become well known through his many …

Celeste Tat, Marketing Manager with KAE International Movers in Greece, offers some advice to moving companies with customers heading off for a new life in the Greek islands. An increased number of people are moving to the Greek Islands. They are mostly retirees or digital nomads. Surveys show that Greece is one of the top destinations for digital nomads. They …

In April the UK government brought into force new immigration rules intended to reduce the level of net migration into the country. The key points of the changes include: the rising of the salary threshold for skilled workers from £26,200pa to £38,700pa (specific exemptions apply) – the minimum salaries for some roles are greater; the Shortage Occupation List (SOL) is …

The Cartus Corporation has released its Global Talent Mobility Survey 2024. Subtitled ‘The great balancing act: optimizing the employee experience while controlling costs’, the report delves into key aspects of corporate mobility programmes with international (cross-border) move volume, exploring critical areas such as talent management strategy; employee experience; flexible mobility; diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); and cost management. DemographicsThe survey encapsulates …

Alvaro Stein is the CEO of Decapack in Chile and the chairman of the Data Solutions Task Force under the International Association of Movers (IAM).  In that role he is focussed on facilitating the seamless exchange of data within the mobility industry.  In this article, he explains the ONE Record Standard, how it can help and why you should get …

Atlas Van Lines, in the USA has announced a further strategic collaboration with Yembo.ai, a top SaaS technology innovator in the moving sector. After first engaging with Yembo’s software in 2022, Atlas will redefine how it conducts surveys and provides estimates by significantly improving accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction in service delivery. Yembo’s advanced AI Workflow Companion will serve as the …

In a strategic move to boost electric mobility across Spain, EAVE, a specialist in solar energy integration and electric vehicle (EV) charging systems, is to install 10,000 AC and DC charging stations in Spain.  The company has chosen EVBox as a primary supplier. The plan is to establish a comprehensive, eco-friendly charging infrastructure in Spain by 2025.  Spain has a …

Bulgaria and Romania became members of the Schengen area on 31 March, 2024.  The Schengen rules now apply in both EU Member States, including the issuing of Schengen visas and the lifting of controls at the internal air and sea borders. President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen said:“I welcome the lifting of internal air and sea border checks. This …

Atlas Van Lines in the USA has released its 57th annual Corporate Relocation Survey that looks at  corporate relocation policies, practices, and subsequent trends.  The survey includes results collected from 575 companies across various industries. It captures the driving forces behind employees’ relocation decisions and workforce mobility, providing valuable insights for transportation leaders and stakeholders. The survey shows that 70% …