29 November 2024
EC APROVES €1.9 BILLION STATE AID FOR DB CARGO WITH CONDITIONS
In a press release issued today, the European Commission announced the approval of €1.9 billion in State aid for DB Cargo, one of Europe’s largest rail freight operators. The approval is conditional on the implementation of a comprehensive restructuring plan
29 November 2024
CLECAT PARTICIPATES IN THE 101ST ECCG MEETING
CLECAT attended the 101st Electronic Customs Coordination Group (ECCG) meeting, held jointly with the Trade Contact Group on 28–29 November 2024 in Brussels. The event provided a platform for the European Commission, Member States, and trade representatives to discuss critical updates to customs and trade processes.
29 November 2024
EC LAUNCHES CONSULTATION ON DRAFT MARITIME SINGLE WINDOW DATASET
On 25 November, the European Commission opened a consultation on the draft delegated act amending the dataset for the European Maritime Single Window environment (EMSWe).
29 November 2024
ETS SURCHARGES EXPECTED TO DOUBLE IN 2025
Over the past few days, ocean carriers have informed customers about anticipated changes to surcharges in 2025 related to the implementation of the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) and the introduction of FuelEU Maritime targets.
29 November 2024
ROMANIA AND BULGARIA EXPECTED TO ENTER SCHENGEN IN 2025
In the framework of the informal meeting of the EU Ministers of Interior last week, Austria, Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania issued a joint declaration paving the way for the lifting of checks on persons at Romania and Bulgaria’s internal land borders, formally applying the full Schengen acquis in both countries
29 November 2024
CLECAT WELCOMES NEW EUROPEAN COMMISSION STARTING WORK ON 1 DECEMBER 2024
On 1 December 2024, the new European Commission, led by President Ursula von der Leyen, will officially begin its term following its appointment by the European Council and approval by the European Parliament earlier this week. CLECAT extends its best wishes to the Commission College as they take on their responsibilities in a period marked by significant challenges and opportunities for Europe.
22 November 2024
GERMAN SEAPORTS RAISE ALARM OVER RAIL CONNECTION RISKS AMIDST INFRASTRUCTURE OVERHAUL
German seaports are voicing serious concerns about the potential fallout from the ongoing “Generalsanierung” railway overhaul program, urging the government to increase its budget for rail and port infrastructure in 2025
22 November 2024
UIRR CT EXHIBITION HIGHLIGHTS SECTOR PRIORITIES
On 18 November, CLECAT participated in the opening of the ‘’Combined Transport Delivers!’’ exhibition at the European Parliament, organised by the International Union of Combined Road-Rail Transport (UIRR).
22 November 2024
TRILOGUES BEGIN ON RAIL CAPACITY REGULATION
On 19 November, interinstitutional negotiations began between the European Parliament and the Council of the EU on the Rail Capacity Regulation.
22 November 2024
ROMANIA AND MOLDOVA SIGN AGREEEMENT TO ENHANCE SOLIDARITY LANES
On 20 November, Romania and Moldova signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Bucharest to implement coordinated border checks at the Galați-Giurgiulești crossing.