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Unfortunately, road freight theft has gotten more sophisticated in recent years. This article provides tips on how to protect yourself effectively against cargo theft and fraudulent business partners, what precautions the TIMOCOM Marketplace...

The transport sector is facing major changes arising from the new tachograph legislation. This tachograph legislation requires the use of the ‘smart tachograph’, also called the Smart Tacho 2 (SMT 2). The law is intended to improve road safety...

Being able to know where transport assignments are 24/7 is an opportunity that freight forwarders, manufacturers and trade companies can’t afford to miss. Say hello to live tracking – state-of-the-art GPS technology that allows you to follow the...

Why is supplier management important? In today's globalised and fast-moving business world, the answer to this question is obvious. Delivery bottlenecks, rising transport costs and unpredictable market conditions demand flexible and reliable...

Accidents, traffic jams, delays caused by the weather – the transport industry is no stranger to challenges popping up out of nowhere that wreak havoc on your routes. And to make matters worse, there’s not all that much you can do about it either.

The logistics sector has changed significantly in recent years. One of the most exciting developments is the introduction of driverless trucks. Autonomous driving has the potential to revolutionise the sector and brings with it a multitude of...

A freight broker can help you streamline your processes and help with your workload by arranging transportation for your goods or freight for your vehicles. However, using a freight broker won’t suit every business. A freight exchange enables...

Transmėja is one of the longest-established transport companies in Lithuania. Founded in 1995 today it employs more than 1,200 people and has foreign branches in Poland and Germany.

By nature, transporting dangerous goods is riskier than transporting everyday goods. And as such, requires additional special measures to protect the carrier, driver, producers, and the general public from harm. The person and the company...

Are electric trucks really more environmentally friendly than conventional vehicles? And will electric HGVs save your business money? With the introduction of new road tolls across Europe to encourage sustainable practices in road freight, we...

Learn in this article more about carrying goods out of the UK by truck.

There are lots of different costs you have to consider before you even put your heavy goods vehicle on the road, which can be overwhelming. From customs regulations to road tolls, these are all costs you have to incorporate to ensure you stay...

About KMC Spedition OG With offices in Eferding and Wels, near Linz in Austria, KMC Spedition has been active on the European transport market since 2017. The family-run Austrian company offers a wide range of services including part and full...

As a freight forwarder or transport company, you need to ensure your drivers carry the correct documents, especially with cross-border logistics and when shipping to EU countries. If your drivers don’t have the correct documentation, it could...

It is essential to have an overview of the current market situation for freight forwarders and carriers to stay competitive, be profitable, and plan for the future of their business. We discuss how freight rates impact your company, factors...

Pallet shipping can be a more affordable way of transporting your goods. We discuss the solutions to the most important questions such as when pallet shipping is right for your business, how to ship by pallet, and the benefits and challenges of...

Cross-border logistics can help small to medium enterprises gain access to new customers and grow their business. We discuss what cross-border logistics is, the potential challenges, the benefits, and how you can start unlocking global markets.

What freight transportation trends and developments will have a lasting impact on the transport and logistics industry in 2024? When it comes to logistics trends, experts, analyses and discussions with representatives from business and science...