European Commission
- Gig Workers
Proposed EU legislation could give gig workers employee rights
The proposed law could have widespread ramifications across the European Union –– and maybe even across the pond.
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European Commission calls for conversion to zero-emission vehicles by 2050
The European Commission has released its Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy. Massive investments and infrastructure are needed to meet the EU Commission’s sustainability milestones.
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KLM gets EU blessing for Dutch emergency aid
Airlines are leaning heavily on governments for support until they can get back on their feet once the COVID crisis subsides. Next up: KLM.
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Airlines chafe against UK quarantine as Europe opens travel
It’s a turbulent period in Europe for the aviation industry. Regional travel is reopening in the EU, but the UK has tightened travel restrictions and…
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Lufthansa balks at EU conditions for German aid package
Lufthansa and Germany have agreed on a rescue plan for the airline, but the European Union wants to take a pound of flesh from the…
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HMM lessens first-quarter loss
European Commission scrutinizing financial incentives from South Korean government
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EU exemption for container vessel-sharing arrangements continues
“Vessel-sharing is the backbone of the global liner shipping network,” John Butler, the World Shipping Council’s president and CEO, said.
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Commentary: COVID-19 and supply chain force majeure collide
The Chinese government is using the reason "Acts of God" to void many contracts due to coronavirus. Darren Prokop explores whether that is hurting current…
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Commentary: Walking the tightrope of antitrust immunity
The companies that control the bulk of ocean cargo opearte under different rules than most companies. Read Darren Prokop's explanation of why that is...
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The European Green Deal and what it means for the rail freight industry
The European Green Deal is looking to shift 75% of EU freight traffic from road to rail and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by…
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