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Report on Transport and Logistics  From technical measures to tactical steering For many years, fuel costs have been figuring high on hauliers’ agendas; not only because of these being among the main cost items within their firms, but also because of the increasingly competitive market. Margins are under pressure and mutations in business policy, approach and methods are necessary to …

The Eurovignette is a certificate for trucks of 12 t MGW and over, it is mandatory when using motorways in the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg, Denmark and Sweden, and as such a way of toll levying. How exactly does it function, and what are the costs involved? Purchase Eurovignettes are bought through AGES, the only company assigned to the online selling …

Over the past few years, social innovations have definitely become interwoven with the world of business. The new developments that are inherent to innovation come at dazzling speed via today’s social channels. Social innovations also require a response on the part of business to a great many expectations in the field (as everybody will be watching over your shoulder) while …

Do you fancy doing some sort of game during your usually long trips? If so, we might have something in store for you! Our customer CG Bulk is now showing the DKV Card Climate on some of its trailers found on roads all over Europe. This will give the DKV frog a chance to see Europe’s nicest and most beautiful …

About White and Company Founded in 1871 White and Company is the largest (and possibly the oldest) family owned removals business in the UK with around 200 vehicles and over 450 staff. White and Company is involved in every aspect of the removals industry including domestic, European, and international removals, household goods and archive storage, corporate shipping and office relocations. …

Statistics show that the amount of trucks involved in accidents is relatively low. However, it is estimated that in about 95 % of the traffic accidents human mistakes were the cause. The automotive industry still needs a lot of advancement in order to successfully lower these percentages. Two brothers; Jasper and Max Dopper, founded Route 42, a company that aims …

The advantages offered by fuel cards are widely known. More efficient record keeping, no need for drivers to carry cash with them and spending control are just a few examples. By now the fuel card has demonstrated its benefits to many haulage firms. This makes it a wanted product, not only for organisations and their drivers, but also for fraudsters. …

Saatchi & Saatchi is a large worldwide marketing firm claiming their companies success is based on two principles: innovation and knowing what the customer wants. You might know some of their clients such as Procter & Gamble, Visa and Toyota. Lovemarks By following these principles they have been able to create a new concept called Lovemarks. It symbolizes the relationship …

In September 2014, DKV Euro Service launched a CO₂-neutral fuel card. A hybrid fuel card for electricity and fuel, which will be independent of vehicle manufacturer and usable internationally, will be made available shortly. In our interview, DKV Managing Director Dr. Alexander Hufnagl explains that sustainable products are a competitive factor and are therefore an essential part of the DKV …

Shortly before its relaunch the DKV APP was presented with the “Best of” prize at the IT INNOVATION AWARD 2015 in the category “apps”. With this annual prize the Initiative Mittelstand recognises IT solutions for medium-sized business that are innovative and useful. The prize has been awarded for twelve years. An expert jury consisting of 100 researchers, industry experts and …