Traffic during Christmas and New Year holidays 2023/2024
As the upcoming Christmas and New Year holidays approach, we would like to remind our customers to plan and book deliveries well in advance.
Ban on import of Russian iron and steel products
On September 30, 2023, a ban was imposed on the import or purchase of certain iron and steel products that have been processed in countries outside the EU and contain Russian iron or steel. This is to prevent the circumvention of sanctions against Russia.
European Union is extending the use of the Emissions Trading System (ETS)
Starting from the 1st of January 2024 The European Union is extending the use of the Emissions Trading System (ETS) to include the shipping industry and ferry operators with the aim of achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
Strike threat called off
The Swedish Port Workers' Union has withdrawn its strike notice, which means that traffic on the affected countries will return to the normal summer schedule.
Read Ström’s mind
Thomas Ström, founder of NTEX, has worked in the transport industry for over forty years. On his blog, he shares his thoughts on shipping, current events and much more.
