Carmakers in the UK have seen a jump in exports of more than 21% in the first quarter of 2012

  The sector needs to broaden its collaborative horizon said speakers at ELUPEG

  The EC is looking for new legislation on ports services for the benefit of the wider logistics network

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14 Carmakers and logistics providers at this 's Automotive Logistics Europe event called out for better visibility and IT communication at a time when stagnant sales and slow investment could impact the speed and reliability of outbound distribution.

28 China's largest vehicle exporter, Chery is growing its export network and looking for more advanced logistics as it targets middleclass buyers. Feng Ping talks about how the carmaker is using long-term relationships with LSPs to improve quality and reliability

36 Our run-down of the top ports in Europe for vehicle imports and exports show that 2011 was largely a year of strong trade volumes despite uncertainty in the wider eurozone. Meanwhile, the year ahead looks to be a competitive if imbalanced one for ports

50 The Russian sales surge in 2011 may not continue at the same pace, but it has prompted some logistics providers to invest in more assets and operations, although the difficult business climate, tense political situation and volatile economy present many obstacles

  Bert Bong, manager of vehicle planning and logistics, gives an exclusive interview on how Ford is managing its outbound delivery network across Europe. The interview will focus on carrier and network developments, reducing empty mileage, multi-modal transport and improving the total order to delivery

  The next issue will also feature a report on North American ports, Russian rail, Ashok Leyland and a full report from our North America conference in Newport Beach