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On 1 July 2026, two of the most significant regulatory changes to hit European road transport in years come into force simultaneously. The Netherlands launches its distance-based truck toll — the vrachtwagenheffing — and the EU extends smart tachograph requirements to vans operating in international transport.

Pharmaceutical and medical device companies invest heavily in GDP-compliant supply chains, ensuring every stage is audited and documented. However, the final transport step—light commercial vehicles delivering medicines, blood products, and medical devices—has historically operated with less regulatory oversight than the rest of the supply chain.

If your business moves stock across European borders using vans, there is a question you should be asking right now that most supply chain managers aren’t asking yet. Instead of “are our products arriving on time?” or “is our carrier insured?”, the question is: “is our carrier going to be compliant from 1 July 2026? And if they’re not, what does that cost us?” Because from that date, the answer stops being their problem and starts being yours too.

International Women’s Month gives the Logistics industry an opportunity to reflect on this shift. It highlights progress, recognises professionals shaping the sector, and encourages companies to continue building inclusive, high-performing teams.

July 2026 marks a significant milestone for cross-border van logistics in Europe. From 1 July 2026, light commercial vehicles (LCVs) in the 2.5–3.5 tonne range (based on maximum authorised mass) that perform international transport of goods or cabotage must be equipped with a second-generation smart tachograph (Smart Tachograph Version 2 / G2V2).

This past weekend, the CEO of Van Express, Koert Bloemers, put his usually busy schedule aside for something far more magical. After receiving an invitation by Ambassador Mina Noor, he spent his Saturday at the Dutch Embassy, in the role of Sinterklaas, surrounded by more than sixty excited children who were determined to uncover one mystery: Was he the real Sinterklaas… or just a very tall Dutchman with a surprisingly authentic beard?

In this guide, we break down what really works during Europe’s most demanding logistics period and show you how to navigate and master your Christmas logistics for your retail or e-commerce store business.

Discover the key strategies for your Black Friday success. Boost delivery speed, secure carrier capacity and handle order spikes using Van Express expert logistics insights.

High-value deliveries gone wrong cost more than money. Learn how white glove shipping prevents damage, delays, and customer complaints.

Discover how white glove delivery protects your fine art with expert care and precision and get your precious artwork shipped around Europe with the go-to expert – Van Express.

In e-commerce and retail, a sale is never truly complete until the customer decides to keep the product. With return rates as high as 30% in online shopping, businesses must manage reverse logistics efficiently to avoid inventory bottlenecks, lost revenue and dissatisfied customers.

Over the two days at DELIVER Europe, our team had the chance to engage in some very thoughtful conversations – both with fellow logistics professionals and visitors searching for logistics solutions for their retail or e-commerce businesses.

On-time delivery builds customer trust, loyalty and positive brand reputation. Learn how to improve your delivery speed with Van Express and take your business to the next level!

At Van Express, we have experience and expertise and take our role in transporting medical devices very seriously. In this article, we delve into the importance of express delivery of medical equipment to different healthcare institutions.

In e-commerce logistics, first mile shipping represents the first stage of the order fulfilment. It encompasses the process of picking, packing and dispatching products from their initial location to the nearest warehouse or distribution centre.

Learn about the most common middle mile challenges and how to overcome them. Find the right service solution for your e-commerce or retail logistics needs.

Learn about major final mile delivery challenges and how to improve them to optimise your e-commerce or retail business processes.