EU ETS: what it is, how it works, and why it also impacts logistics

In recent months, the topic of the EU ETS (European Union Emissions Trading System) has returned to the center of the European debate—not only for its role in reducing emissions, but also for its direct impact on energy, industry, and transport. It is a technical mechanism, yet one with very concrete consequences for the logistics […]

Logistics 2026: Sustainability, Intermodality and New Policies for Industrial Competitiveness

In the transport and logistics sector, sustainability is not a slogan. It is a structural condition: it means ensuring continuity of flows, efficiency of networks, stability for businesses and quality employment. In other words, it means “holding together” a complex system made up of infrastructure, technology, regulations and people. The 2026 Budget Law, approved in […]

A More United Europe to Compete Globally: Logistics and the Single Market at the Core of Letta’s Vision

Nearly a year later (you may recall that Verona hosted LetExpo last March), the words of Enrico Letta — former Prime Minister and author of the report on the future of the EU internal market — sound more relevant than ever:“We are too small to face global challenges. What we need is a more integrated, […]

The Evolution of Sustainable Transport: Environment, Energy and Infrastructure in the Debate on the Future of Logistics

Sustainability in freight transport is no longer just an environmental issue: it’s a systemic, logistical, and economic challenge. From biofuels to green hydrogen, from new infrastructure to the strengthening of rail transport, the sector’s evolution unfolds along a trajectory driven by technologies, governance, and digital tools. In this scenario, PortaleGenio positions itself as a concrete […]

Intermodal Transport: Key Milestones in 2025 and Strategic Priorities for 2026

January is the perfect time to review what happened in the previous year and understand where intermodal transport in Italy and Europe is heading. The year 2025 was rich in signals—some positive, others more critical—but all useful for defining what will be essential in 2026. Intermodal logistics today is called to face complex challenges involving […]

Connecting the World: Ports and Maritime Routes as Strategic Hubs in the Mediterranean

The Mediterranean is not just a sea of cultural exchange but a true blue highway for European goods. At Let Expo, leaders from major ports in Italy, Spain, Turkey, and Greece met to discuss future strategies, touching on intermodality, sustainability, and new geopolitical balances. The panel, moderated by Antonio Errigo, Deputy Director General of ALIS, […]

Railways and the Future: Eastern Europe’s New Momentum of Investment, Connectivity and Intermodality

As Europe reaffirms railways as central to its vision for sustainable mobility, it is increasingly evident that the strategic axis is shifting eastward. Romania, Poland, the Baltic States and Moldova are becoming the hub of a new phase of infrastructure modernization, fueled by unprecedented investments and backed by European funds dedicated to the development of […]

CE or China Export? How to Spot the Difference and Protect European Logistics

When a Logo Deceives: European CE vs China Export In the fast-paced global flow of goods, even a small symbol can carry significant risks. The “CE” mark, which ensures compliance with European safety standards, now has an almost identical counterpart: the “China Export” logo, which lacks any regulatory authority. The difference lies in the spacing […]

The Strategic Role of Logistics in the Ecological Transition: Paths and Tools for a Sustainable Future

The energy transition has become a necessary step—not only for environmental reasons but also for economic competitiveness. In this context, logistics is confirmed as one of the key nodes for promoting sustainable development models and accelerating the evolution of industrial supply chains. During Let Expo this past March, the discussion among experts, companies, and institutions […]

A New Alliance for European Logistics: Intermodality, Sustainability and Shared Vision

For those working in the logistics sector, it is well known that, as early as March 2025 (during LetExpo in Verona), a strategically significant agreement was signed: on that occasion, Europlatforms and ALIS (Association for Sustainable Intermodal Logistics) formalized a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two organizations and accelerating the transition […]