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container ships drawn across the oceans by huge, environment-friendly
kite sails. Clothing that repairs itself. Deepsea
robots boldly researching previously unexplored regions
of the oceans. The future is exciting, and we are all part of it.
Each and every day.
Our company has a new claim: we transport the future. And it
hasn‘t been conjured up by any advertising specialists. This is
our claim, because we mean it, and because we have undertaken
an obligation to you, our customers.
The products you purchase from us should help you to shape the
future of your company along active, successful lines. You rightly
expect top product quality from Krone, the trailer specialist. Our
technical innovations should be practical, bring the costs down
and help to protect the environment. That is demanding a lot.
But there‘s a lot at stake. Your trust in us, for example. We attach
great importance to being close to you, our customers. We want
to integrate your requirements in product development right
from the start. This needs prompt communication. Which is
why, among others, we have now also redesigned our customer
newsletter.
We hope you enjoy reading it, and look forward to your feedback.
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Lead articLe
Time at the limits. Economy meets ecology.
Hard times, but lots of innovation in the
transport industry.
technicaL progress
The future is here and now. The Profi Liner Eco
sails on, head on into the wind. Technical progress
helps save costs.
interview
New trailer factory in Turkey. Bernard Krone
and Dr. Jürgen Föhrenbach explain the strategy
behind the cooperation with Doĝuş.
report
IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hanover.
With a focus on innovative vehicle technology.
Lots of new products on the Krone stand.
opinion
Length must run. The EuroCombi makes a flying
start. A current study confirms its appeal.
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Iaa stand In
hamBurg freeport
k The best seats to be had in Hamburg are not at HSV or St. Pauli
football grounds, but in the Freeport. At an IAA press preview, Krone
rented space from the transhipment company TCO (www.tcotranscargo.de).
Right in the heart of Hamburg‘s transport and logistics
nerve centre, Krone provided an advance preview of its new IAA
products. It was attended by around 80 journalists from 23 countries
who were offered a full all-day programme. For example, the new container
chassis were demonstrated under practical conditions. The two
further developed Box Liners can also carry 20‘ containers placed in
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the middle. Another new feature is the electronic container pre-selection.
The driver selects the container size in the display. The electronic
module controls automatically controls the pneumatic extension
at the front and back, saving both time and money. In addition, the
Fresh Liner Duoplex Steel and the Coil Liner Ultra also wet their appetites
for the big show in September. The programme was rounded
off by further product developments in the swap systems. All journalists
got goose pimples, at the latest on visiting FRIGO Coldstore
Logistics. (www.frigo-hamburg.de).
accolade as „the Best Brand“
k Successful marketing is always easy. It is based on
sound work in production and services – and, most important,
on the truth. This statement by a university teacher
at the University of Memphis clearly shows what really
counts in successful brand management: keeping a
clear focus on quality and calculability.
In this context, the results of the poll for the Best Brand
2008 are no real surprise: in the trailer category, Krone
clearly came out on top. The ETM Verlag had invited
readers of its publications lastauto omnibus, Fernfahrer
and trans aktuell to cast their vote. The answer of
the nearly 8,500 participants was quite clear. Most answers
to the question „Which company convinces you
most with its products?“ opted for the company from
the Emsland.
„We are very lucky with this award“, said Dr. Albers, Krone‘s
marketing director in response to the readers‘ vote. „After all,
the opinion of our customers is the hardest currency.“
tIcKer
oBItuary
The Customer Service Manager at Krone
UK has died most unexpectedly. The loss
of Sam Jennings is extremely tragic for
the whole company. He will be remembered
at Krone as a kind and helpful colleague
and friend who was popular with
everyone. Our thoughts are with the
family and friends of Sam Jennings.
servIce locator
It happens every day in road freight transport:
a wear part is urgently needed. The
driver cannot continue his tour. He is en
route somewhere in Europe and doesn‘t
know where the next service workshop is.
In this case, Krone‘s new Service Locator
is an innovative solution. Easily accessed
via the Krone website with an intuitive
interface, this search engine finds the
right service or spare parts partner in
just a few seconds. The database of the
Krone Service Locator contains the contact
details of more than 11,000 Krone
service stations and supply partners. This
permits a highly specific search in several
languages, directly on the internet. The
Krone Service Locator is available 24/7
at www.krone-trailer.com.
events
18.04. – 21.04.2009
transport scandinavia Herning (DK)
28.04. – 30.04.2009
cv show 2009 Birmingham (GB)
12.05. – 15.05.2009
transport logistic Munich (D)
12.05. – 16.05.2009
solutrans Lyon (F)
20.06. – 21.06.2009
heilbronner truck messe Heilbronn (D)
07.10. – 10.10.2009
transpotec logitec Milano (I)
economy meets ecology
k The Eco Performance Award
has been presented for the second
time by DKV Euro Service
and the University of St. Gallen.
The award targets logistics company
involved in road freight
and works traffic who succeed in
combining a low cost level, top
performance quality and a high
level of environment and social
compatibility in an intelligent
manner. In 2007 the award went
to 2007 MGL Metro Group Logistics.
The winners convinced
the jury by optimizing resources
consumption in their own
fleet. Although the fleet grew in
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size, its emissions decreased for
example by 25% in three years
more power in uK
for carbon monoxide. The judging
process takes place in two
stages. A preliminary choice
is made by the University of St.
Gallen based on the submitted
application documents. The remaining
candidates then face
intensive examination by the
jury and have to present their
concept in person. The competition
deadline is 30 November
2008. Applications can be submitted
and all other information
and downloads requested by fax
under +41 (0)71.2247315 or underwww.logistik.unisg.ch/ecoperformance-award.
of the present generation would
be necessary to reach the same
noise level generated by one
single truck in 1970.
k Fran Pickering is the new Managing Director at Krone
UK. The dynamic Briton is assisted by Chris Lardner
and Jason Chipchase. Together they offer altogether
nearly sixty years of experience in the commercial vehicles
branch and are already well known in British forwarding
and transport companies. Fran Pickering is
very optimistic about his new team: „Krone is Europe‘s
second largest trailer manufacturer with an extraordinary
range of products and first class customer service.
With these basic prerequisites and Krone‘s unique
competence in production and development, I am
convinced that we will continue to supply our customers
in the UK with the best vehicles, packed with the
best service.“
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time
at
the
Limits
The general conditions under which companies in the transport and logistics branch
are currently operating are not easy. Rising fuel prices and the planned increase in
toll charges are companied with the image of being an eco killer and the problem of
finding suitably qualified drivers. Ever tougher competition demands cost cut-backs.
But there are different ways of reacting to this situation.
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for a long time, German business hoped
it would be able to sit out current
energy price developments without
having to forward price increases
to its customers. A current survey by the
German Chambers of Commerce and Industry
(DIHK) among 120 logistics and
transport companies indicates that the
dramatic rise in fuel prices has made
costs increase by up to 10%. The absolute
limit seems to have been reached.
But long-term contract terms make it
difficult to adapt conditions quickly. Although
the contracts contain price escalation
clauses, these only apply when the
price increases permanently. So all most
hauliers can do is hope for the goodwill
of their contract partners.
The increase in toll charges planned
for 1 January 2009 doesn‘t
help either. This is a „business destruction
programme that hits
SME companies on a previously
unknown scale“, according to a
letter from the Bundesverbands
Güterkraftverkehr Logistik und
Entsorgung (BGL Federation of
Haulage, Logistics and Disposal)
to the powers that be. Even
low-emission vehicles are facing
toll increases of 40% over
the previous level, with increases
of up to 88% for older vehicles.
The states of Bavaria, Lower Saxony,
North Rhine-Westphalia, Saxony, Saar-
land, Hesse and Thuringia have decided
not to implement the increases as
of 1 January 2009. Emilia Müller, Minister
for Transport in Bavaria, wants to
postpone the increase to
2010 to give companies
time to adapt their terms
and conditions in dialogue
with their customers.
Hesse even completely
rules out the amendments
to the motorway
toll law and the toll increase
regulations.
Another problem facing
German hauliers is the acute lack of drivers.
Many companies are searching desperately
for qualified staff. Employees
have to meet increased requirements:
perfect command of the German language
as far as possible, together with a
groomed appearance and correspondingly
courteous conduct in dealing with
customers are basic prerequisites today.
After all, the drivers are the company‘s
visiting card. In addition, drivers have
to be familiar with the maintenance and
technical aspects of their trucks. On 7
July 2006, the Federal Council adopted
the professional drivers qualifications
law (BKrFQG). This stipulates that in future,
truck drivers will have to provide
verification of special job-related skills
and know-how. Such verification has
to consist in a basic qualification – for
beginners – and regular on-going training
courses in eco-training, (social)
regulations for freight transport, safety
features and equipment, driving safety
and load securing. The aims are to improve
road traffic safety, make driving
»germany
plays a very important
role as
the central hub
in europe. «
more economical and reach a standard
level of qualification throughout the EU.
One problem that the whole road freight
transport sector is struggling with is its
image. The branch is severely criticized
with regard to environment compatibility.
After all, the rate of freight transport
on German roads has quintupled
since 1970.
maKIng full use of potentIal
And so working
conditions really have not
got any easier; hauliers
face ever more complex
issues, while the significance
of the branch is
increasing all the time.
Rapid growth in the flow
of goods and new technologies
are only two of the
positive factors impacting the transport
and logistics branch. Many still tend to
see themselves as a boom branch. Chancellor
Angela Merkel spoke to last year‘s
Logistics Congress, Federal Minister of
Transport Wolfgang Tiefensee has asserted
his transport and logistics
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The logistics branch shows
the way ahead.
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master plan. In other words, funds have
once again been made available for the
transport industry and for the infrastructure.
„Germany plays a very important
role as Europe‘s transport hub
so that German logistics service providers
profit particularly from the benefits
of globalization“, summarizes Björn
Helmke, senior editor at DVZ.
There is no standstill in the transport
and logistics branch: it is constantly in
motion and undergoing further deve-
lopment. And it shows many positive approaches
to how fuel can be saved, the
environment protected and costs reduced
overall: with new vehicle concepts,
training courses and competitions.
new vehIcle concepts A vehicle fleet
should always be kept technically up to
date, and its trucks should certainly fulfil
the „Euro Five“ standard. This helps to
save fuel and reduce toll charges. As in
the car sector, truck manufacturers are
also expected to produce more efficient
technical solutions. The new Profi Liner
Eco by Krone for example is a truly
streamlined semi-trailer that combines
economical and ecological aspects. Aerodynamic
components bring immediate
savings in fuel costs. „As responsible
trailer manufacturers, we want to
the transport branch has become the driving force
behind innovation in the environment discussion.
offer our customers solutions that help
them cut back their fuel costs“, explains
Dr. Frank Albers, Marketing Director at
Krone. Aerodynamic design for saving
general and also fuel costs applies to the
tarpaulins as well; here Krone uses a new
kind of side tarpaulin with pneumatic
central locking. It has only four locking
points instead of the usual 25. This innovative
tarpaulin design offers additional
benefits for the driver and transport
company: it not only reduces transhipment
times but also clearly diminishes
the risk of injuries, as the driver works
the pneumatic central locking system
from the front of the vehicle so that he
can no longer be injured if the load slips,
for example.
traInIng for drIvers If a company is
equipped with state-of-the-art vehicles,
the drivers have to be kept up to date so
that they can use the new „hardware“
correctly. Special courses for drivers, socalled
„Eco Training“ help them to drive
economically. Course participants are
taught how to make correct use of all
the technical features of their trucks, to
drive with foresight and effectively. For
example, cruising at a lower, constant
speed will usually bring them to their
destination faster than if they are constantly
braking and accelerating, and
helps to save fuel as well. Perhaps they
do not know that the engine of a 40 ton
truck guzzles between three and six litres
of fuel an hour when left running in
neutral. Economical driving is also kind
to the environment, cutting fuel consumption
by at least 5% and reducing
CO2 emissions by several hundred tons
each year. And this all helps to improve
the „green“ image of the road freight
BacKground
The Profi Liner Eco demonstrates
Krone‘s environmental responsibility
while focusing clearly on customer
benefits. Use of the innovative vehicle
can make a sustainable contribution
to protecting the environment
and cutting costs. Fuel consumption
can be reduced by 5% with a clear decrease
in CO2 emissions. What‘s more,
the Profi Liner Eco also offers important
safety aspects (see detailed vehicle
description on page 12).
transport sector.
Last year, for the first time 25 drivers
from various hauliers throughout Germany
entered a competition for the
most economical driver, or „Eco Profi“
for short. Thanks to the huge echo, the
competition is being repeated this autumn.
Following an observation run, all
participants are given theoretical ecotraining
and practical course materials.
After a week in which the drivers put
their acquired know-how into practice,
they are put to the test. They have to
drive loaded trucks with identical performance
and equipment. The vehicles
are provided with a measuring system
to document the relevant data about the
driver‘s performance. A neutral passenger
accompanies every vehicle to monitor
the route, safe driving and normal
speed. DKV Euro Service brought the
„Eco Profi“ into being, using a measuring
concept developed by the University
of St. Gallen.
eco performance award To survive
in today‘s competitive environment, it
is of course not enough just to have an
Eco Profi in the fleet. On the contrary,
companies have to provide top quality,
sustainable logistics and transport services
while reducing costs at the same
time. These requirements are summarized
by the phrase „Eco Performance“ as
a holistic approach to evaluating entrepreneurial
performance. Together with
financial motifs and environmental
goals, social aspects are also taken into
account. „Constant further development
on all three levels, i.e. technical, human
and management level, sustainably enhances
immunity to crisis situations
and the prospects of the branch in general,“
says Michael Kubenz, Chairman of
the Deutscher Speditions- und Logistikverbands
e.V. (DSLV – German Haulage
and Logistics Association).
The Eco Performance Award was presented
for the first time again in 2007 by
EKV Euro Service and the University of
St. Gallen, together with media partner
DVZ. The prize went to the MGL
The transport branch has
already left the roundabout
of ecological discussions.
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Metro Group Logistics for achieving
clear reductions in its emission levels.
This resulted from a whole package of
logistics improvements, using telematic
systems and a clear strategy in vehicle
procurement for the fleet. „Winning the
Eco Performance Award has once again
confirmed for us that we have found
a good balance in our daily work between
an economical and ecological approach“,
says Markus Wagener, responsible
for corporate development of the
Metro subsidiaries. Environment protection
will continue to play an increasingly
major role in trade and logistics,
also because this helps to cut back costs
significantly. Efficient use of transport
resources is a crucial factor: pooling volumes
and operating at high capacity
levels with a dense transport network
all helps not only to reduce necessary
tours, empty runs and pollution but also
to cut back on costs.
Another example is the Hanse Globe
which was awarded for the first time
in 2007. The Logistics Initiative Hamburg
awards the Hanse Globe to environment-friendly
logistics projects. The
prize can go to a logistics company, an
institution or public utility. One interesting
aspect is that participation is not
restricted in geographical terms. „We are
looking for the best environment projects
in the logistics sector. In future, the
top performers will have to take account
of both cost effectiveness and environment
compatibility“, explains Professor
Dr. Peer Witten, spokesman for the initiative.
Such activities have an extremely
positive impact on the image of the
whole logistics and transport branch, as
revealed by the response from political
quarters, among others. Patron of the
environment prize in Hamburg is Ole
von Beust, the city‘s Lord Mayor.
Last year, the prize went to the express
service provider TNT with its internal
project „Planet Me“. Professor Mojib Latif,
chairman of the jury and well-known
climate researcher, explained the jury‘s
decision as follows: „The sustainability
project „Planet Me“ by TNT Express
for reducing CO2 emissions has convinced
the jury because it includes all
divisions of the company right throughout
the country at TNT‘s 31 sites.“ In
urban areas, TNT uses natural gas vehicles
for parcel deliveries. The extensive
programme also covers water and power
consumption as well as energy consumption
of central heating systems. It
goes without saying that such activities
are not an end in themselves. They help
Modern equipment helps
the drive reduce
consumption rates.
the companies to reduce costs on a high
level while giving them a clear position
vis-à-vis their competitors. Customers
can be addressed and mobilized with
completely new messages. This activation
potential also applies to future
employees. Today already, trend studies
show that senior executives take a critical
look at potential employers also in
terms of a company‘s ecological strategy.
But driver training courses, efficient
technical equipment and good management
are all in vain without the right
mental attitude. Everyone involved has
to take a courageous, optimistic ap-
» the branch has good prospects. «
proach to master the challenges facing
the whole branch. Michael Kubenz is
certain that this optimism is justified:
„In spite of all adversity, particularly
facing land transport – toll charge increases,
fuel price increases – there are
still further signs of clear growth. While
they are certainly not as high as in
other market segments, the prospects
for the branch as a whole are good, even
without looking through rose-coloured
spectacles.“

technicaL progress
the
future
starts
now
The Profi Liner Eco is an innovative vehicle which also
contributes to sustainable protection of the environment.
Up to 5% fuel savings are possible, with clear reductions
in carbon emissions.
The new side tarpaulins have far fewer locking points.
This tarpaulin design offers clear benefits for the driver and
transport company: it not only reduces transhipment times
but also clearly diminishes the risk of injuries, as the driver
works the pneumatic central locking system from the front
of the vehicle so that he can no longer be injured if the
load slips, for example.
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technicaL progress
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»we want to lead the
turKIsh marKet «
K
rone‘s ground-breaking ceremony
for its first factory in Turkey
brings the company closer to the
growth markets of tomorrow. The first
curtain semi-trailers are expected to
leave the new production line in Tire
near Izmir already in September 2009.
The company is focussing on the region
around the Black Sea, the Middle East
and North Africa as future sales markets
for up to 10,000 units. Which goals
are being targeted with Krone‘s expan-
sion in Turkey? And how are the new
markets to be developed? Trailer Forum
spoke with Bernard Krone and Dr. Jürgen
Föhrenbach.
Mr. Krone, Dr. Föhrenbach, the growth chances
for transport and logistics companies today
are to be found above all in European
countries. What is the significance of the
steps you are currently taking in Turkey?
Bernard Krone: The investment volume of
around €35 million is a clear indication
of our intention to take up a sustainable
position in the Black Sea region, where
we see great potential for growth in future
decades.
How familiar are you with the market?
Bernard Krone: Four years ago we started
to serve the market with our Turkish sales
partner Doĝuş Otomotiv. The company
is well established in Turkey. We
entered into a Joint Venture with Doĝuş
as the ideal partner for us in this region.
A fundamental concept of partnership
has always been one of our corporate
principles.
dr. Jürgen föhrenbach: Krone‘s strategy
is to enter into long-term sales
» we will be present in all attractive
regions of europe «
partnerships abroad. With clear advantages:
no-one knows a country, its
people and its unwritten laws better
than the corresponding national partner
on site. While Doĝuş deals with the
market, we concentrate on our core
competence: making premium quality
vehicles.
But modern logistics would also let you
serve the Turkish market from your
headquarters in Werlte...?
Bernard Krone: We attach great importance
to market proximity and being
close to our cusotmers. We can only react
flexibly to market demands by being
present on site. In addition, Krone‘s dynamic
growth also means that we need
additional production capacities.
So you are relocating parts of your production
process abroad?
Bernard Krone: No, not at all. At the moment
we make specific deliveries of socalled
semi knock-down packages to
some European countries. These consist
in pre-assembled vehicles without
superstructure. Final assembly is then
completed in our own facilities and in
our partner companies in France, Spain,
Hungary and Turkey. In view of the market
conditions in Turkey, we took the decision
last year to intensify our involvement
here.
What are your goals on this market?
dr. Jürgen föhrenbach: Given the strong
growth in freight transport in Europe,
we see the Turkish Republic as a financially
interesting future market. We
also want to cultivate the neighbouring
countries from this basis. Turkey will be
our beachhead to the Turkic states and
the Near East.
Bernard Krone: Our aim is to become
Number One in Turkey. By the end of
2009 we should have an output of three
to four thousand units p.a. In the medium
term we will be aiming for 10,000
units p.a.
»We count on stable
partnerships.«
Bernard Krone
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What role does Doĝuş Otomotiv‘s play in
your activities on the Bosporus?
dr. Jürgen föhrenbach: The outstanding
activities of our partner have made
us the Number One import brand in
our segment in Turkey in just eighteen
months. Today already we are selling
more than 1,000 units p.a.
Which vehicles will you be producing in
Turkey?
Bernard Krone: Profi Liners with steel
walls, Mega Liners, Paper Liners and
container chassis.
What differences will there be to Krone
products „made in Germany“?
Bernard Krone: None. Our products have
the same technical standards all over
the world, without any low tech. Our
creed is one brand, one quality!
How will you be assuring consistent Krone
quality standards in Turkey?
Bernard Krone: We will be starting with
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a training and qualification programme
in the autumn, including a possibility
for sharing experiences. Our Turkish
employees will be coming to Werlte to
meet their production colleagues. We
In BrIef
will also be offering our Turkish employees
who work in our German factories
an opportunity to return home to Turkey.
But this will not involve any relocation
of jobs.
dr. Jürgen föhrenbach: And we are investing
in state-of-the-art technology.
As far as paintwork quality, pre-treatment
and powder coating is concerned,
the production level will be on the very
highest quality standard.
Has your investment decision been influenced
by general political conditions
in Turkey?
Bernard Krone: No, It is normal procedure
to review the political circumstances and
general conditions in a country when making
such investment. We are really quite
spoilt here in Germany when it comes to
k Bernard Krone, born 1977, has a classic double qualification. Following
a technical apprenticeship and degree course, he worked for a
few years as consultant for the Technology Management Group (TMG)
in Karlsruhe, before becoming the fourth generation to join the family
company and working as a Managing Director for the Krone Holding.
Since 1 August 2008, he is also Chairman of the Management Board at Maschinenfabrik
Bernard Krone.
k Dr. Jürgen Föhrenbach, born 1941, took a degree and doctorate in
economics at the University of Freiburg. Since 2000 he has held a leading
position as CEO and Executive Chairman in the Bernard Krone Holding. In
2006, he became Managing Chairman of the Advisory Board of Bernard
Krone Holding in Spelle.
»With Dogus at
our side, we feel at
home in Turkey«
Dr. Jürgen Föhrenbach
our legal system and general conditions.
As an entrepreneur, I say there‘s an entrepreneurial
risk to every investment. The
decision to set up production facilities in
Turkey together with our partner Doĝuş
» our creed is:
one brand, one
quality! «
Otomotiv is the right decision.
What do you see as being the greatest
challenge?
Bernard Krone: The challenge will be in
coming to terms with the culture of a
country which is European to a very
small extent, but which for the most
part belongs to Asia.
dr. Jürgen föhrenbach: Our philosophy
of always working together with strong
partners abroad therefore makes sense
The starting signal
for a joint trailer
factory in Tire.
in many respects. Also when it comes to
security and safety. We feel at home in
Turkey with Doĝuş at our side.
Which other countries are on your agenda?
What is your expansion strategy?
dr. Jürgen föhrenbach: Today Krone
has sales partners in 35 countries. In
our search for suitable production sites,
we will be concentrating on less
central regions in Europe where there
is movement on the market. Russia
is one option, where we are reviewing
the possibilities of developing various
foreign sites, without being under any
pressure.
The German economy is facing a downturn.
Transport companies are struggling
with increasing pressure on costs.
How do you see the further development
of your domestic market?
Bernard Krone: Compared to the last two
years, at the moment the German mar-
ket is going through a certain saturation
phase in the economic cycle. The financial
crisis, fuel prices, developments
on the steel market and also issues such
as a lack of drivers are making themselves
felt in the business. We are trying to
keep a hold on the resulting price increases.
I am very confident in the long
term, because there will always be a
need to transport goods on the road in
our increasingly networked world.
If the general weather situation in Germany
cools down, you could always go
to Turkey on holiday…?
Bernard Krone: Turkey is a beautiful
country! Just recently my wife and I went
on a golfing holiday in Belce to improve
my handicap.
And what is your handicap, if I may
ask?
Bernard Krone: You‘d probably better not
write that down .....!
interview
BacKground
dogus otomotiv The Dogus
Group has been in operation
since 1951 with seven key
business units: finance, automotive,
construction, media,
tourism, property and energy.
The group includes more than
70 individual companies with
a workforce of altogether
more than 20,000 employees.
Dogus Otomotiv is the largest
automotive importer in Turkey.
The company represents
14 international brands in
the segments for cars, light
and heavy commercial vehicles
and industrial engines.
The company is traded on
the Istanbul Stock Exchange,
and operates according to
its market slogan of „Traffic
is Life“.
www.dogusotomotiv.com.tr
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The Krone stand with more than 2,200 square meters will once
again be an attractive crowd-puller for trade visitors to the
IAA. Under the motto „Transporting the future“, the stand
will be showing innovative, practical transport solutions.
This diagram shows an initial impression of Krone‘s stand.
The focus is placed among others on the new products
Cool Liner Duoplex Steel and GFK, the Mega Liner Coil,
the Box Liner eLTU6 and the aerodynamic Profi Liner Eco concept.
More info on site in Hanover. We look forward to your visit!
the comeback of the sled chassis: the new Box liner
With the new Box Liner it is now also possible to transport 20‘ containers conveniently in
the middle and to load and unload them at the rear. The clou to the new Box Liner: the
chassis is extended, retracted and locked pneumatically from the towing vehicle.
The new chassis is also convincing in terms of safety and life-cycle costs, equipped with
an electronic stability system (RSS) as a standard feature. Or take the paintwork: as for
all other Krone container chassis, the new Box Liner also comes with the KTL-plus powder
long-time antirust guarantee.
cool liner duoplex gfK
The Cool Liner Duoplex GFK is yet another example for how Krone always puts customer
benefits first. The vehicle attracts attention with its ease-care, 100 % CFC-free, GRP sandwich
panels which are perfect for fitting decals. Production components from axles to the
rear lights guarantee the greatest possible reliability. The KTL + Powder coating ensures
protection against rust perforation.
coil transport in the mega line
Mega volumes and coil transports: Krone has now answered this customer
demand for universal flexibility for high-volume transports with the new Mega
Liner Coil. With a gooseneck height of just 80 mm, 445/45 R 19.5 tyres and of
course an interior height of 3,000 mm, this is a genuine Mega Liner with coil
recess.
cool liner duoplex steel now also available as double-decker
Even double-decker loads must be secured safely. Krone now offers this globally unique
solution for the new Cool Liner Duoplex Steel. This is possible by using continuous strapping
beams in the lower part of the vehicle and divided strapping beams between the
double decker rails. The Cool Liner Duoplex Steel stands out with its robust superstructure
and convenient fittings.
facts and fIgures
k The world‘s most important
mobility show: the 62nd IAA Commercial
Vehicles in Hanover – will
set new records in the number of
exhibitors, international character
of the event and exhibition
surface area.
k For the first time, there will
be more than 2,000 exhibitors at
the show, a good 25% more than
in the last record year IAA 2006.
This is a clear leap forwards.
Provisional reports speak of 1,986
exhibitors from 47 countries. The
exhibition area covering 275,000
square metres is around 10% larger
than two years ago. The IAA
thus underlines its global lead
among the mobility trade fairs.
k The IAA motto „Commercial
vehicles: on the move for everyone“
aims to underline the indispensable
role of commercial
vehicles in making supplies to
the general public and in keeping
business going.
k The 62 nd IAA Commercial Vehicles
is being held in Hanover from
25 September to 2 October.
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opening hours:
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
www.iaa.de

opinion
length
must
run
A new study by the EU puts new life into the discussion
about introducing the EuroCombi, with factual arguments
clearly in favour of the 25 m truck-trailer combination. The
trade and associations are hoping it will be introduced.
h
opes would appear to be restored
in the 25 m truck-trailer combination
on Europe‘s long-distance
roads. Among others, the CO2 discussion
and the ongoing commitment from
the haulage branch can give new impetus
to the pioneering project.
four alternatIves for the road. A corresponding
study by the European Union
has revealed highly interesting results.
The Belgian University of Leuven confirms
that the vehicle concept would
fundamentally have a positive impact
on Europe‘s economy which is highly
dependent on transport. On the other
hand, this would slow down the process
of transferring transport from the road to
other means of conveyance
The Bundesverband Güterkraftverkehr,
Logistik und Entsorgung (BGL – Federation
of Haulage, Logistics and Disposal)
together with the Bundesverband des
Groß- und Außenhandels (BGA – Federation
of German Wholesale and Foreign
Trade) welcomes the renewed discussion
about uniform introduction of these vehicle
combinations throughout Europe.
The EU study features four scenarios. The
first version keeps the current limits of
18.75 m in length and 40 tons, the second
includes a maximum solution with 25.25
m in length and 60 tons gross weight.
The third alternative proposes introducing
stipulated road corridors for the EuroCombi,
while the fourth version looks
at introducing a gross weight of 44 tons
for an overall length of 20.75 m.
This fourth configuration would be interesting
particularly for transporting 45‘
containers.
the eurocombi
provides effective
relief for roads and
the environment
The truck-trailer combinations used
for decades in Scandinavia would appear
to be the most practical solution.
Central European freight transport often
does not make full use of the projected
gross weight of 60 tons. A maximum
overall length of 25 m is suitable
for economical and ecological conveyance
of the transport volumes that
need to be transported by business and
industry today. Using innovative vehicle
concepts such as the EuroCombi, it
should be possible to reduce the CO2
emissions per transported ton of load
by up to 50% compared to conventional
semi-trailers. The long truck-trailer
combination would increase transport
capacities without using additional vehicles
and without any great impact on
traffic density.
maKIng use of proven technology Moreover,
the big solution uses existing,
proven vehicle concepts. Depending on
the purpose and route, the EuroCombi
can be downgraded to a conventional
semi-trailer. Thanks to the steered trailer
axles, the vehicles are capable of navigating
all prevalent road curve radii without
any problems. And the reduced axle
pressure of the seven-axle combination
even diminishes the load on Europe‘s
roads.
The EuroCombi thus brings measurable
advantages in financial terms for hauliers
and their customers and for the economy
as a whole by cutting back on fuel emissions
and reducing the wear and tear on
the roads while retaining the same traffic
infrastructure. The EU is expected to take
a decision on introducing the 25 m trucktrailer
combination throughout Europe
before the end of the year.
»The EuroCombi
concept is politically
unstoppable.«
gero schulze Isfort,
Managing Director
of Fahrzeugwerk Bernard
Krone GmbH
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