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50 years of Roland Umschlagsgesellschaft

50 years of Roland Umschlagsgesellschaft

EMDEN. On 4 September 1972 the Roland Umschlagsgesellschaft started operations with its first loading unit. Since then, this Bremen-based company located at the heart of Germany’s biggest freight village, has served as the gateway between German seaports and the...
Extensive repairs to Freilaufkanal

Extensive repairs to Freilaufkanal

BREMERHAVEN. Heavy equipment was in operation at the Lohmanndeich in July. The floating crane, otherwise known as “Athlet”, dismantled large parts of the jetty at Freilaufkanal, which was then taken to USM North in Kaiserhafen 1 for structural repair work and new...
Huge investments in Bremen Ports’ competitiveness

Huge investments in Bremen Ports’ competitiveness

BREMEN/BREMERHAVEN. Bremen has invested heavily in modernising its port infrastructure like never before. There are currently nine projects in progress, with another eleven initiatives in the pipeline. The renovation of the Westkaje Quay in Kaiserhafen III, the...
A market on the move

A market on the move

Just a few months ago, ‘The Economist’ named Italy ‘Country of the Year 2021’. Yet, on the Italian peninsula, too, the economic upswing has been slowed down by the effects of the war in Ukraine. However, the country has a plan. Credits: ISTOCK/ARTBALANCE,...
Cutting a “Bella Figura” with long socks

Cutting a “Bella Figura” with long socks

Italians enjoy a widespread reputation for their impeccable fashion sense. This also extends to professional spheres. As well as the right outfit, those wishing to do business there should come prepared with a healthy appetite and allow plenty of time. Credits:...