For decades, the European Federation of Tank Cleaning Organisations (EFTCO) has played a quiet, but critical role in safeguarding standards across chemical and food logistics. As 2026 is now upon us all, the federation is sharpening its focus. Guided by five clearly defined goals that are digitalisation, food safety, business continuity, globalisation and quality control,... [Read More]

The HOYER Group has officially become a member of Germany’s Federal Transport Organisation (TOB), strengthening the country’s civil emergency logistics framework. On 10 February, the Federal Office for Logistics and Mobility (BALM) formally presented the certificate of participation to Chief Executive Officer Björn Schniederkötter. Acting on behalf of the Federal... [Read More]

APLICA is delighted to see a total of seven new additions to the organisation. These include Delisle Lavage in Compiegne, Delisle Lavage in Guilberville, Delisle Lavage in Lisieux, Delisle Lavage in Torcy-Le-Grand, NLA27 in Heudebouville, Solaseine in Grand-Couronne and TSL Transports Services Lavages in Estillac. APLICA, a founding member of the European Federation... [Read More]

Bertschi Group closed last year with a turnover of CHF1.02 billion (€1.11 billion), unchanged compared with 2024 because of a strong Swiss Franc. Turnover in local currencies increased from the previous year by 2.5 percent, supported by growth in selected global markets and rising demand for storage and distribution solutions in Europe and Asia. Tariff and regulatory... [Read More]

Withofs Bulk Logistics has acquired Dutch transport company Weltens, of Geleen, including the transport activities from the Herzogenrath branch (Germany). Withofs is thus strengthening its presence in the Benelux and Germany, as well as expanding its fleet and network in tank, bulk and ISO container trucking services. The combined fleet has a size of 80 tractor units... [Read More]

Spain's Grupo Pañalón, through its company Felix Food Logistics, has acquired the business unit and food tank transport activity of José María Navajas, SL. Pañalón says Navajas "is an historic food tanker transport company in Spain". "Due to its location in Logroño, it has been the benchmark carrier of bulk wine in Rioja for decades, operating throughout the... [Read More]

A second tank cleaning facility in Lithuania has been appointed an associate member of EFTCO and meets the quality requirements. It is therefore now authorised to issue the EFTCO Cleaning Document (ECD). EFTCO welcomes Sitra LT filialas Panevėžyje, UAB in Panevėžys, LT-35101. Together with EFTCO's already established partner, UAB "Autopaslauga" in Kaunas, these... [Read More]

Stolt Tank Containers (STC) reported fourth-quarter revenue of $167 million (€140 million), up from $162.1 million (€135 million), in the fourth quarter of 2024, reflecting an increase in shipment volumes and higher demurrage and ancillary revenue, offset by the impact of lower ocean carrier freight rates on transport revenue. Fourth-quarter operating profit hit $8.1... [Read More]

In the bustling industrial landscape near Tarragona, Spain, ARCOI has emerged as a beacon of innovation and reliability in the realm of road tanker cleaning. Specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of cleaning systems for tank trailers, tank containers and industrial vehicles, the company has cemented its reputation as one of the leaders in the industry. Legacy... [Read More]

Cleaning Services Argent (CSA), part of biodiesel producer Argent Energy, has upgraded its truck and tank cleaning facility at the Port of Amsterdam. With this modernisation programme completed, the company aims to meet the growing demand for efficient logistics solutions in and around the port. The facility is strategically located directly across from Argent Energy’s... [Read More]