As mentioned in previous newsletters, the regulation about the VGW (Verified Gross Weight) will be implemented at July 1st. A lot is still unclear, however. The SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) basis principles, known til sofar, can be found on our website. We want to emphasize that nothing is sure yet. Keep checking our website and newsletters for the latest developments.

The Dutch transport federation TLN and the Spanish Fenadismer, call for delay on the toll in Belgium.

There is a lot to do about the (dis)functionality of the required toll boxes. Furthermore, Fenadismer does not agree with the fact that Sattelic, the supplier of the boxes, is having a monoply. Please read more about the arguments for delay on our website. At this stage the implementation of the toll will proceed as planned.

As per May 1st, 2016 the Customs Code will change. The Community Customs Code (CCC) will be replaced by the Union Customs Code (UCC).

Customs aim to a modern, digital and simple regulation. The new rules bring changes. The most important alterations are listed on our website. For questions and information, please contact Ray Luong, our certified Customs Declarant.

Driving bans will apply the coming months due to international bank holidays. Think of Good Friday (March 25th) and Labour Day (May 1st). On these days it is not possible to load or discharge your goods in several European countries. To avoid delays, please take this into account. For exact details and data, please contact your representative.

We had to wait a while, but it finally arrived; our Volvo F88 with trailer, loaded with tubes for underground transport pipelines, the so called 32 inchers. This specific truck was used by Hooymeijer during the late 70's, early 80's.

Collector’s item
Fans know that this truck is a real collector’s item. It can be ordered on the website of Tekno.

Please note our changed opening hours during the bank holidays in March, April and May.

Easter
Monday March, 28th: Warehouse, terminal and office closed whole day

King's Day
Wednesday April 27th: Warehouse, terminal and office closed whole day

Ascension Day
Thursday May, 5th: Warehouse, terminal and office closed whole day

Whit Monday
Monday May 16th: Warehouse, terminal and office closed whole day