Logistics Archives - 2020

NLC Ferry

Wasaline will have the most energy efficient passenger ferry in the world

WASALINE can truly be said to have succeeded in its work. It operates between Vaasa, Finland and Umeå, Sweden where the transport of passengers, freight and passenger vehicles has reached new heights. The waves of Kvarken also see more and more passengers travelling for business and leisure in both directions. This busy sea traffic has […] Read More

Port of Kaskinen

Port of Kaskinen will use digitalisation to hone efficiency

WHEN IT COMES to handling pulp and other forest products, Port of Kaskinen in southern Ostrobothnia is probably the most efficient port in Finland. This fact is something that is acknowledged by customers and even other port operators. The main reason why the port is so efficient is that it was initially built as a […] Read More

Port of Jakobstad

New weekly cargo route is both fast and environmentally friendly

FOR THE PAST four years, traffic has annually grown by 10% in the Port of Jakobstad. Deepening the shipping channel to 11 metres has led to larger ships visiting the port, and now, with a new European cargo route and flourishing regional industry, also the future looks equally promising. “In the beginning of 2019, shipping […] Read More

Port of Kokkola

Port of Kokkola invests in further growth

AS THE PORT OF KOKKOLA heads into its 195th year of existence in 2020, the third largest portin Finland buzzes with investment and plans for the future. A major long-time project, now carried out at the port, is the deepening of its dock and fairway from 13 to 14 metres. Funded by both the port […] Read More

Kvarken Ports

Kvarken Ports is making Vaasa into a stronger and more eco-friendly harbour

KVARKEN PORTS is a joint company for the ports of Vaasa in Finland and Umeå in Sweden. It is a vital part of the region’s transport routes running from east to west and north to south, all of which converge in the Kvarken region. With export-led Vaasa continuously growing and developing, serious investments are being […] Read More

RL-Trans

RL-Trans has reduced its fuel consumption by 7% in less than two years

IN THE BEGINNING of 2017, RL-Trans launched its Smart Bulk project, concentrating on eco-driving, traffic safety and sustainability. Each of the company’s 110 trucks was equipped with an on-board computer that gives real-time feedback to the drivers regarding their driving style. “Earlier, we used to measure only fuel consumption. However, that is a blunt instrument, […] Read More

Scandic Trans

Diversity and personal service are in focus at Scandic Trans

THE TRANSPORT SECTOR has always been dominated by males, but this is something Scandic Trans’ CEO Mikael Löfqvist thinks should change. “We believe in diversity, as it means a healthier working environment, which in turn is reflected in better customer service. We have therefore made an effort to employ women, whenever it is possible.” The diversity […] Read More

Närko

Närko’s lightweight trailer solutions maximise transport economy

NÄRKO GROUP has been on the road to success for 60 years. The company consists of three independent companies. Everything started from Botnia Grönsaker, a company that is still active in the tomato and cucumber growing industry. Oy Närko Ab, the central business unit, manufactures trailers and superstructures, cargo boxes, platforms, chassis, timber trailers and […] Read More

Alucar

Alucar is leading the truck industry into modern times

ALUCAR IS the world’s leading manufacturer of superstructures for logging trucks. It has been reshaping the industry ever since the day it was founded more than 35 years ago. It all began from the revolutionary idea of manufacturing light and strong superstructures from aluminium, which is what the company is renowned for to this day. […] Read More

Ekeri

Ekeri’s motto ‘easy loading’ materialises as side-opening trailers

EKERI’S PRIDE in its staff and experts shines through everything the company does. Managing Director Matti Laurila explains that one of the reasons Ekeri wants to invest in Ostrobothnia is its loyal and competent employees.“Even though it’s a cliché, it’s true: there would be no Ekeri without our staff. Ekeri belongs to all of us”, […] Read More

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