Evaluating Europe’s Readiness for Electric Truck Charging
The pace of road transport electrification is gaining momentum, driven by the increasing efforts to reduce carbon emissions. However, the transition to electric trucking faces significant infrastructure gaps and grid capacity limitations. The solution to the problem goes beyond partnerships between carriers and shippers, or manufacturers and consumers. Today, all stakeholders seem to agree that […]
How every driver’s journey can become a step towards a greener planet
As the logistics industry grapples with the challenge of reducing its carbon footprint, a critical yet often overlooked factor comes into focus: the role of heavy goods vehicle (HGV) drivers. Beyond the advancements in technology and fuel alternatives, there lies a straightforward, yet powerful solution: optimizing driver behaviour for better environmental outcomes. Redefining Decarbonization Through […]
Girteka’s Expanded Intermodal Services from Sweden to Germany Pave the Way for a Sustainable Future
The logistics industry is at a pivotal moment. As businesses, governments, and consumers increasingly prioritize sustainability, companies must adapt and innovate. One such ground-breaking development is the expansion of intermodal transport services by Girteka in partnership with Samskip. This expansion signifies a step toward a decarbonized, efficient, and customer-centric logistics ecosystem. The Green Milestone: […]
Decarbonizing Logistics: How Digitalization Can Make Small Steps That Count
In a world where climate change and environmental responsibility are increasingly pivotal concerns, the logistics sector is under scrutiny. The potential for decarbonization in the transportation industry is vast. One of the low-hanging fruits of decarbonizing road transportation is in fact digitalization. Easy and simple to implement and with the potential for emissions reduction. Recent […]
Girteka and CargoBeamer complete the 20,000th intermodal transport together
Road and Rail Merges the Best of Both Worlds Girteka, the largest asset-based road freight company in Europe, and CargoBeamer, a leading operator of rail connections and terminals for non-craneable semi-trailers in Europe, have reached a significant milestone in their partnership. In October 2023, both companies realized the 20,000th Girteka semi-trailer transport on a CargoBeamer […]
Decarbonising Transport: EU’s Road Toll Revolution and Impact on Road Transportation
The system of charges for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) for the use of roads and motorways in the European Union (EU) is changing. The level of tolls is to be determined not only by the costs of infrastructure maintenance and the economic situation of the country, but also environmental issues, drive towards decarbonisation, use of […]
How Girteka Group Bridges Environmental Efforts and Business
In the context of global emphasis on environmental sustainability, the logistics sector has a pivotal role to play in reducing greenhouse gas emissions (GHG). Being responsible for 77% of the total transport emissions within the European Union (EU), road transport is one of the main areas to be addressed in terms of decarbonizing Europe. It […]
How do fuel manufacturers see the future of alternative fuels?
Much like transportation companies, fuel manufacturers share the same goals: to decarbonize their processes and products and meet the goal of becoming a net-zero business by 2050. That sends a positive message to logistics providers, such as Girteka, which has ambitious plans to reduce its emissions. Without alternative fuels, there are just a few ways […]
From Ocean to Plate: How to Ensure Excellence in Salmon Road Transportation
As dawn breaks over the coastal town of Lofoten, Norway, a large truck makes its way through the winding fjord roads. Inside the truck, thousands of fresh salmon, just hours away from their watery home, are on a race against time, journeying to distant markets and dinner tables across the world. Welcome to the world […]
Evolving Road User Charges for HGVs in Central and Eastern Europe
There have been some significant developments in road user charges for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) within Europe. Historically, the tolling schemes were primarily steered by factors like infrastructure maintenance costs and fair market competition. However, environmental concerns now play a significant role in shaping alterations to toll fees, particularly concerning HGVs. And with the revised […]