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In order to further reduce CO₂ emissions from road freight transport, European legislation is, for the first time, including trailers in its assessments. The new VECTO Regulation is intended to highlight the theoretical fuel-saving benefits achieved through design measures. However, theoretical simulations do not always match real-world transport practices – with significant economic consequences for manufacturers and operators.

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Dry-freight trailers for a smooth economy

What do parcels, refrigerators, computers, washing powder, musical instruments, furniture and clothing have in common? These goods are all dry-freight and are usually transported by articulated lorries in specially designed box trailers.
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Lebensmittellogistik

Demanding food logistics

Food logistics specialists ensure that supermarket shelves are always full with smooth distribution processes. In order to reliably supply customers with fresh food of the best quality, logisticians have to find efficient and flexible transport solutions. 
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S.KO COOL with pharmaceutical equipment

Transport of highly sensitive goods

Haulage companies in the pharmaceutical industry are subject to strict rules for the storage and transport of pharmaceuticals. Vehicle manufacturers are obliged to adapt their technology to the applicable requirements. 
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Good service is worth its weight in gold

Staying mobile is the name of the game for fleet operators – whether in Berlin, on the Brenner Pass or on the Bosphorus
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Intelligent scheduling thanks to telematics solution

For freight forwarders, a reliable telematics solution for both tractor unit and trailer has become par for the course. 
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Tipper vehicles meet a range of requirements for the construction industr

The construction industry is currently going through a challenging time. Clever transport solutions, such as those offered by Schmitz Cargobull with its modern S.KI tipper semi-trailer, can help to get out of the valley again.
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Lieferketten im Umbruch

Supply chains in transformation

Shippers are reorganising their supply chains while political decisions are compounding supply chain obligations for freight agents. 
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New paths in intermodal transport

Environmental protection and sustainability are becoming increasingly im-portant factors in the logistics industry. 
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100-year target to help our climate

In order to cushion the negative effects of climate change, European policymakers are deploying ambitious, future-focused programmes aimed at radically reducing carbon emissions. Commercial vehicles with innovative drive systems play an important role in this process. Nevertheless, climate action does not stop at the truck unit’s rear axle and can even be impactful in an economic sense.
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Digital Innovation

Digital technology and the key to business success

Telematics, connectivity, data analysis – Digitalisation and automation provide logistics companies with an array of options for making sure their businesses stay economical and environmentally-friendly.
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