news

Customs duties explained simply Why tariffs affect the global economy reading time: 4 minutes What are customs duties? Customs duties are taxes levied on the...

Why professional drivers enjoy stepping on the gas at Skyline Express Whether local or long-distance transport, professional drivers are the backbone of logistics. And those...

Why Skyline Express is the right place for dispatchers (m/f/d) Flexible, friendly, forward-looking – those who work in scheduling at Skyline Express not only experience...

Why Skyline Express is an employer with a future Anyone who works at Skyline Express quickly realises that it is people who count here, not...

Reverse logistics – when parcels go into reverse gear What exactly is ‘reverse logistics’? It sounds like something out of futuristic space travel technology or...

Lean Logistics – Efficiency and Sustainability in Logistics In a world where time, resources and sustainability are becoming increasingly important, the concept of lean logistics...

Warehousing: The heart of modern logistics In a world where consumers expect ever faster delivery, efficient warehousing plays a crucial role. But what exactly does...

Efficiency in transport: the hub-and-spoke distribution model In the dynamic world of logistics, efficiency plays a crucial role. Companies face the challenge of making supply...

Intermodal transport: The future of modern logistics In an increasingly globalised world, where goods flow across continents, logistics efficiency is becoming a key success factor...

Merry Christmas and a heartfelt thank you! reading time: 2 minutes Another year full of challenges and successes is coming to an end. We at...

Green Logistics In a world where climate change and resource conservation are no longer niche issues, sustainability is becoming a key challenge for companies in...

Logistics 4.0 Logistics 4.0 refers to the digital transformation of logistics processes. Inspired by Industry 4.0, Logistics 4.0 aims to make supply chains more efficient,...

Inventory Management: How effective warehouse management can optimise businesses In our new series, we explain important terms from the field of logistics. Today: inventory management....

Cross-docking: A key principle of modern logistics In this new series, we explain important terms, systems and technologies from the field of logistics. Today: ‘Cross...

🎬 We’re on our way, the second one! Making sustainable commitment visible – as part of German Sustainability Action Days 🌍Our campaign: A different approach...

We’re in! Let’s make sustainability visible now! European and 𝗗𝗲𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗸𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗵 𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗸𝗲𝗶𝘁 ‘The aim of the action days is to highlight exemplary commitment throughout...

Just in time in logistics: efficiency down to the second The logistics industry has always faced the challenge of delivering goods and materials at the...

Modern logistics: freight containers In this new series, we explain important terms, systems and technologies from the world of logistics. Today: the freight container. reading...

Always one step ahead reading time: 4 minutes 770cm long, 240cm wide, and 240cm high: the components of a packaging machine line are not only...

Modern logistics: What is a supply chain? In this new series, we explain important logistics terms. Today we start with “supply chain”. reading time: 7...

Sponsorship: Skyline at Schools Out in Detmold On Friday, July 5th, the time has come: Students from Detmold schools will kick off their summer holidays...

Container ports: pivotal points of the global economy Whether Shanghai, Singapore, Rotterdam, Hamburg, or Los Angeles: the importance of container ports for the global economy...

Unsere Partnerschaft mit GoCon Partnerships are a key foundation of our success. We cultivate many close personal relationships worldwide, relationships we can always rely on...

What an honor! We won the OWL 2024 CSR Award! On Monday, we were presented with the CSR Award in a festive ceremony at the...

Logistics: The invisible network that connects countries, people, and cultures In our globalized world, logistics plays a crucial role as the backbone of international trade...

Wheels that move the world: Land transport and logistics Sure, large cargo planes and giant container ships are the stars of logistics. But just as...

Central hub: Germany’s role in the logistics of the European Union In an increasingly interconnected world where the flow of goods is constantly growing, logistics...

Logistics in East Westphalia-Lippe: We get things moving East Westphalia-Lippe? That’s in the Ruhr area, right? Not quite. This region at the very top of...

Inland navigation: The little sister of maritime shipping Inland waterway transport, often overlooked in the shadow of its larger counterparts – maritime shipping and air...

We move talent. The logistics sector is a real job engine. Companies like Skyline Express are on a growth trajectory, offering exciting career prospects to...

The Red Sea attacks: A regional crisis with global repercussions As an artificial waterway, the 193-kilometer-long Suez Canal connects the Red Sea with the Mediterranean...

The Skyline Group is growing The Skyline Group already expanded its activities in the summer of 2023 through the acquisition and renaming of the former...

The future of logistics: trends and perspectives How is the logistics sector developing? What challenges do we have to overcome, and what will be important...

Skyline Express wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2024! During Advent, we look back and forward – with gratitude, confidence, and...

Why is the logistics sector growing? The global logistics sector has grown significantly in recent decades. There are several reasons for this development. Here is...

Want to make a difference? Then start a career in logistics! The logistics industry in Germany is not only the backbone of the economy, but...

Please pay the bill! The logistics sector in Germany and worldwide Of course – without land transport, sea freight and air freight, our modern global...

The history of container shipping: The driving force behind logistics and world trade The history of container shipping is a narrative of technological innovation, sophisticated...

Growing together, Glasline Logistics becomes part of the Skyline Group July 2023 – Logistics solutions from Lippe are in demand worldwide. Skyline Express, a company...

Land transport: We get things moving In today’s globalized world, logistics plays a crucial role in the smooth functioning of trade and the economy. Within...

Air freight: A crucial engine for the global economy In the world of trade and industry, time is often synonymous with money. Therefore, air freight...

Sea freight: The driving force of globalization In an increasingly globalized world where the flow of goods is boundless, sea freight plays a crucial role...

Skyline Express supports Bad Salzuflen Food Bank reading time: 2 minutes Around 20 percent of all food in Germany is wasted – even though it’s...

cargo.one & Skyline Express: A joint digital launch reading time: 2 minutes Digital transformation is changing all of our lives and work. Logistics is no...

Earthquake disaster: These organizations are helping reading time: 1 minute The earthquake in Turkey and Syria is an unimaginable catastrophe. It is therefore all the...

10 Fragen an … Leslie-Ann Dalida-Rosner At Skyline, we all work together to ensure that you (and especially your goods) always reach your destination! What...

Skyline donation: 10,000 euros for “Lippe pflanzt” reading time: 1 minute As residents of Lippe, we have put down roots in Lage. Accordingly, strong environmental...

Skyline Express wishes you a Merry Christmas! As the year draws to a close, we thank you for your trust and wish you a relaxing...

10 Questions for… Marvin Schwederski At Skyline, we all work together to ensure that you (and especially your goods) always reach your destination! What makes...

The new Skyline Express is online 2023 called… reading time: 4 minutes …and thanked us. Why? Quite simply: We’ve already accomplished a great deal this...

A change of perspective: This is how young talents see logistics reading time: 3 minutes At Skyline Express, we have been committed to the intensive...

10 questions for… Pedro Teixeira reading time: 4 minutes First name: PedroLast name: TeixeiraAge: 46Department: Land Transport When did you start at Skyline and why...

10 Questions for… Robin Nolting reading time: 4 minutes First Name: RobinLast Name: NoltingAge: 21Department: Sea Freight Import When did you start at Skyline and...

10 Questions for… Lisa Kübach reading time: 4 minutes First name: LisaLast name: KübachAge: 31 years young – but I feel like a sprightly 25!...

The Queen is dead – long live the King! Von Volker Sim reading time: 4 minutes Millions of people worldwide are currently mourning Elizabeth II....

German economy: Nothing works without logistics! Logistics plays a central role in the German economy and is an integral part of many sectors – from...

Container congestion in the North Sea reading time: 2 minutes In the German Bight alone, 19 container ships are currently waiting to unload their cargo....

Logistics is essential. The logistics sector – its importance for Germany reading time: 2 minutes Logistics is the lifeblood that keeps our global economy running....

LOPSHORN CLASSICS 2022 – we were there! Markus Brinkmann won the Skyline Express Grand Prix reading time: 1 minute Up until about 100 years ago,...

Skyline Express wins the Chamber of Commerce’s digital competition Die Digitalisierung verändert unser aller Leben und Arbeiten. Besonders der dynamische Logistiksektor nutzt digitale Tools und...

Pushing boundaries: With entrepreneur Volker Sim Volker Sim is what you would call a true original. From the tranquil town of Lage, the entrepreneur has...

Report in Market & Economy: When things get stormy. Report in Market & Economy: When things get stormy. reading time: 4 minutes The logistics sector...

Together for Ukraine: Report from Radio Lippe (audio not included) Lesedauer: 1 minute Whether it’s food, clothing, or equipment: the people of Ukraine need all...

Questions and follow-up questions: Trainee Steven Thomas in an interview At Skyline, we all work together to ensure that you (and especially your goods) always...

Questions and follow-up questions: Trainee Lina Oduncu in an interview At Skyline, we all work together to ensure that you (and especially your goods) always...

Happy Thanksgiving! Dear Partners and Friends, may you have a wonderful time this Thanksgiving, with family and friends. Enjoy! best regards Your Skyline Team ←...

The UN Climate Change Conference 2021 in Glasgow Skyline Express has been aware of its responsibility towards our planet for many years and has always...

Skyline Express on social media Lesedauer: 1 minute Want to learn more about our company and what’s driving the logistics industry? Then follow us on...

Interested in logistics? Then launch your career with us! Skyline Express: All aboard, ascend. reading time: 4 minutes Founded in 2000 in Lage, in the...

Mobile Transport Carriers: The innovative solution for logistics reading time: 4 minutes What are open-top containers? When transporting general cargo, open-top containers are frequently used...

2022 Preview – Sea Freight Outlook 2022 – Sea Freight reading time: 4 minutes The unanimous consensus among all stakeholders in the logistics chain is...