11.09.2024
On September 11th, 2024, FEPORT participated in the European Logistics Platform (ELP) event, "Logistics in Times of Transition," held at the Residence Palace in Brussels. The forum brought together over 80 EU policymakers and industry leaders to discuss key challenges and opportunities in logistics.
Magda Kopczyńska, DG MOVE Director General, highlighted the European Commission’s focus on the European Green Deal and the need for public-private collaboration through the ETS Social Fund. The forum underscored the importance of AI and cybersecurity while addressing supply chain disruptions.
Paul Walter from the Port of Rotterdam and Katharina Tomoff of DHL stressed the slow progress in green infrastructure investments. They called for a unified EU approach to support decarbonization and help third-party countries meet EU standards.
Szymon Oscislowski from DG MOVE and Dr. Frederik Zohm from MAN Truck & Bus discussed the challenges of shifting freight to sustainable alternatives and the need for incentives. The forum noted the importance of the eFTI Regulation in digitalizing logistics.
Concerns were raised about potential cuts to logistics funding under the 2025 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF). Panelists emphasized the need for continued financial support to maintain economic and environmental resilience.
Claudia Stuckmann-Invernizzi of Neste highlighted the need for clear political frameworks to support green technologies. The success of the eFTI regulation, which has saved €27 billion, was noted, with calls for better integration across member states.
The event concluded with a shared view that sustainability and competitiveness in logistics are achievable with significant investment.
Source: ELP/CLECAT