Logistics

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Cosco stake in Hamburg: Deal has still not been closed
The acquisition of a stake in the Hamburg container terminal Tollerort by the Chinese Cosco Group has not yet been sealed, even after the decision deadline has expired. Talks about details are still ongoing behind closed doors. continue reading →
Timm Rohweder – building bridges for Hamburg
Timm Rohweder has always wanted to be a mediator between cultures. “My desire was either to explain China to the Germans or the other way around.” Rohweder is also committed to this idealistic idea, as he classifies it, in his current role as Regional Expert Greater China at the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce. Here, he […] continue reading →
Tianjin becomes pioneer in port digitization
One concern in connection with the sale of shares in a terminal of the port of Hamburg was that German logistics know-how could flow to China. However, the most innovative ports are located in the People's Republic – first and foremost the port of Tianjin. continue reading →
Cosco entry comes at a high political price for Scholz
Against all odds, Scholz pushed through the port deal with Cosco in Hamburg. This cost him significant political capital in the governing coalition and the federal states. He even angered the city's sinologists, who are usually rather reserved on political issues. Meanwhile, business representatives warn against "China-bashing". continue reading →
Port dispute is just the beginning
Following China.Table's exclusive coverage of a compromise on Cosco's stake in the port of Hamburg, the discussion about Chinese investments is heating up. Politicians of various groups are calling for more distance from China. Meanwhile, the Port of Duisburg also has to answer for its relationship with Cosco. continue reading →
Chancellor’s office shies away from decision in Hamburg port dispute
The dispute over the planned stake of the Chinese state-owned company Cosco in a container terminal at the Port of Hamburg is coming to a head. Both the Green Party and the opposition increase the pressure on Chancellor Olaf Scholz. But it appears he wants to sit out the conflict. continue reading →
Port dispute: New deal without blocking minority for Cosco
After massive criticism of the sale of shares in the Port of Hamburg to the Chinese state-owned company Cosco, a last-minute compromise now seems imminent. According to the compromise, the Chinese side would take a smaller share in the terminal and thus settle for minor influence. At the same time, Germany wants to push for a "European port initiative" to prevent China from playing European port locations off against each other. continue reading →
Port of Hamburg: Cosco sets deadline for entry
The Chinese shipping company Cosco has set a deadline for the German government to approve its planned participation in a Port of Hamburg terminal. According to the German broadcaster NDR, the federal government is to issue the outstanding approvals by the end of the year. Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) is also in favor […] continue reading →
Hamburg’s mayor warns against Cosco deal intervention
On Monday, Hamburg’s First Mayor Peter Tschentscher urgently warned against rejecting the investment of the Chinese shipping company Cosco in the Port of Hamburg. Should Economy Minister Robert Habeck reject Cosco’s participation in the “Tollerort” container terminal, it would have serious competitive disadvantages for Hamburg. “A rejection of Cosco’s participation by the German government cannot […] continue reading →
Habeck opposes Cosco stake in Hamburg
German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck has spoken out against an entry by Chinese shipping giant Cosco into the container terminal in Tollerort. “I’m inclined to say that we won’t allow it,” the German Economy Minister told Reuters on Tuesday. The container port Tollerort is only a small part of the overall port, but China could […] continue reading →
Cosco’s port stake: joy in Hamburg, mistrust in Berlin
The Chinese shipping company Cosco wants to buy a stake in the Port of Hamburg. Economically, it would mean a powerful alliance between the world's fourth-largest shipping company and Europe's third-largest port. But experts warn about potential ulterior motives from Beijing. continue reading →
Container manufacturers bury merger plans
Shipping container manufacturers China International Marine Containers and Maersk Container Industry have called off the planned merger of their reefer container businesses following a veto by German and US antitrust authorities. Copenhagen-based Maersk declared regret over the failed takeover of its division by the Chinese group, which is worth nearly $1 billion.The two companies rank […] continue reading →
Will Germany prohibit Cosco stake in Hamburg?
The German Federal Ministry of Economics apparently questions the participation of the Chinese shipping company Cosco in the Port of Hamburg. This is reported by the German newspaper Handelsblatt citing government circles. According to the report, an item to this effect is on the agenda of a meeting of the federal cabinet this Wednesday. Minister […] continue reading →
Freighters find ways around Chinese maneuvers
China's military exercises have also affected some of the world's most important trade routes. Taiwan's authorities have urged ship captains to avoid the zones. However, analysts say there will only be a potential impact on global supply chains if the military drills are extended or prolonged. continue reading →
Logistics experts expect further problems
The heads of leading logistics companies expect problems to continue in the global transport of goods. China’s zero-Covid strategy will continue to affect supply chains in the future, reports Nikkei Asia to the two managing directors of DHL Global Forwarding and Ocean Network Express. According to the report, China’s measures to cope with the pandemic […] continue reading →
Mass testing pushes some cities to financial limits
To finance the expensive Covid measures, local governments in China are turning to funds that were actually intended to reduce poverty and develop infrastructure. This was reported by the Financial Times on Wednesday. Authorities in Jilin reportedly use a “significant” amount of a poverty fund to pay for Covid mass testing, while Quanzhou is said […] continue reading →
Far East freight transport: concern about cargo safety
Trains are still rolling across the northern route of the New Silk Road. Despite routing via Russia and sanctions against Russian companies, container transport has only partially declined. The development of alternative routes is in full swing, but capacities are limited. continue reading →
Angela Titzrath – Port chief with her sights on China
Angela Titzrath has been observing China’s economic and technological development for more than 25 years. Born in Essen in 1966, she graduated at 18 and studied economics and romance philology. From 1991 to 2012, she held various top international management positions at Daimler, worked as a member of the Supervisory Board for various companies and […] continue reading →