A rail agreement between China and Turkey aims to redirect freight traffic via the “Middle Corridor” –running through Central Asia and Turkey directly to Europe. The route offers logistical advantages and sends a clear geopolitical signal.
By Amelie Richter
Daimler Truck is launching a small series with the first 100 tractor units with fuel cell drive. The manufacturer of commercial vehicles is now receiving €226 million from the hydrogen IPCEI.
By Markus Grabitz
Li Xiaopeng, one of the highest-ranking "princelings" in the People's Republic, ran one of Asia's largest energy providers before his political career. Now, he ensures that every Chinese person has access to a highway and a train within 15 minutes.
By Fabian Peltsch
China is getting serious about transport drones: The manufacturer Ehang has shipped the first flying taxis. As cargo drones, in passenger transport and tourism, they are set to revolutionize mobility – and create a 50-billion-euro market.
By Christian Domke Seidel
China already has the longest high-speed train network in the world. By 2035, it is set to almost double. At the same time, the debts of the state railroad company are already reaching staggering heights.
By Redaktion Table
During the COVID-19 pandemic, companies discovered railways as an alternative for transporting goods from China to Europe. Since 2016, volumes have increased tenfold. Russia's war in Ukraine is starting to have an impact. Contractors fear the sanctions and worry about insurance coverage.
By Redaktion Table
The Covid crisis is hitting the international shipping industry hard – including Genting Hong Kong. The owner of the East German MV Werften is experiencing payment difficulties. As a result, the traditional German shipyards had to file for insolvency on Monday, after a long period of anxiety.
By Michael Radunski
