Berlin Zoo is gripped by panda fever – and what OCS has to do with it

Berlin Zoom OCS Pandas

Berlin Zoo has opened its new panda enclosure and received two of these adorable animals on loan from the Chinese government. The requirements for the zoo were very stringent, yet a great deal of care and attention was poured into the project. OCS also made a small contribution to ensuring that the new home for Jiao Qing and Meng Meng was completed on time.

Just swap the palette?

Pallet exchange when transporting by truck Pallet account

Pallets were a true breakthrough invention in logistics during the 1930s. Suddenly, it became possible to bundle and transport compact shipments, even in large formats. Since pallets have always been used as stable, reusable packaging worldwide, exchanging them during loading and unloading is a logical step. However, it's not as simple as it seems…

OCS will send you on the new Silk Road to and from China in just 17 days

Thanks to the intelligent integration of road and rail, and close collaboration with the participating railway companies on the new Silk Road, we at OCS Spedition handle the entire door-to-door logistics process for our customers, including all customs formalities. Our expert, Thomas Nawrocki, designs the supply chain precisely according to your wishes and requirements, ensuring your goods arrive at their destination on time and undamaged. Since last year, we have been transporting goods to and from China for customers in the high-tech, electronics, automotive, and consumer goods sectors using this method.

Is the comeback of the long hoods imminent?

Long hood truck transports to Scandinavia and Eastern Europe

Have you ever wondered why trucks in America simply look so much better than in Germany? There, truckers not only cruise the highways with polished chrome trim and flashing accessories, but the mentality of truck drivers in America also seems to be different in general. The most striking difference, however, is the long […]

Tolls 2019 – The changes at the turn of the year

The turn of the year means change – seizing opportunities together. Every new year brings changes. We face major economic and social challenges. In an ever-accelerating world, we need the courage and determination to actively seize these opportunities. Trustworthy communication connects people and creates added value; therefore, our company philosophy is: the best possible service, optimal advice, and efficient […]

Is the driver shortage leading to a supply crisis?

Where is the truck driver shortage taking us?

Drivers are in short supply everywhere, in every country. Even today, he's a common sight on the roads: the truck, the image symbol of the transport industry. This rotund figure with a cap and broad smile has enjoyed cult status in the sector since the 1970s. Today, the human representatives are just as revered, and transport companies are scrambling to hire anyone who can drive a truck, […]

The dark side of the shipping industry

A breathtaking drama of destruction and rebirth unfolds on the dark "Shipbreaking - Yards" at the harbor. Here, disused ships reach our bananas and clothes around the world as a mega ferrenter drove their sad end, while fake certificates and undiscovered toxins reveal the dark secrets of this industry. But that's just the beginning. […]