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Ist die Logistik eine neue Alternative zur weiterführenden Ausbildung für Schulabsolventen?

Erstellt: 03.09.2025

Aktualisiert: 03.09.2025

Jahrelang war es die gängige Meinung, dass Schulabgänger eine weiterführende Ausbildung absolvieren sollten. Egal, ob es sich um ein College, eine Universität oder eine Berufsausbildung handelte, die Botschaft war immer dieselbe: erst studieren, dann arbeiten. Doch dieses Bild beginnt sich zu verändern. Angesichts steigender Studiengebühren, zunehmender Schulden und der Unsicherheit über den Wert eines Abschlusses überdenken viele junge Menschen ihre Entscheidung.

Zugleich sucht die Logistikbranche händeringend nach neuen Talenten. Sie bietet einen sofortigen Verdienst, eine strukturierte Entwicklung und langfristige Karriereaussichten - und das alles ohne die Kosten eines Hochschulstudiums. Die Frage ist nicht mehr, ob die Logistik eine Überbrückung für Schulabgänger sein könnte, sondern ob sie eine echte Alternative zur Universität darstellt.

Ein Sektor, der Talente braucht

Der Bedarf an Berufsanfängern in der Logistik ist dringend. [Die Road Haulage Association (https://trans.info/en/rha-driver-shortage-404538) (RHA) hat gewarnt, dass das Vereinigte Königreich in den nächsten fünf Jahren 200.000 neue Lkw-Fahrer einstellen muss - das entspricht 40.000 Fahrern pro Jahr -, um die Lieferketten in Gang zu halten und eine Wiederholung des Mangels von 2021 zu verhindern.

Betrachtet man die europäische Ebene, so ist die Herausforderung sogar noch größer. Im Jahr 2023 fehlten in Europa [mehr als 233.000 Berufskraftfahrer] (https://talkinglogistics.com/2025/07/01/europes-truck-driver-shortage-whats-driving-it-and-how-logistics-leaders-are-responding/) - eine Zahl, die bis 2028 auf 745.000 ansteigen dürfte, wenn keine Maßnahmen ergriffen werden. Der durchschnittliche Fahrer ist 47 Jahre alt, wobei fast 30 % über 55 Jahre alt sind, was auf eine bevorstehende Pensionierungswelle hindeutet. Doch nur 5 % der Fahrer sind unter 25 Jahre alt. Ohne jüngere Berufsanfänger droht die Branche zum Stillstand zu kommen.

Dabei geht es nicht nur darum, Kabinen zu füllen. Es geht darum, das reibungslose Funktionieren der Volkswirtschaften zu gewährleisten. Der Fahrermangel hat Auswirkungen auf alle Bereiche, von Supermarktregalen bis hin zu Bauprojekten.

In [den Worten von Sally Gilson, RHA Skills Policy Lead] (https://trans.info/en/rha-driver-shortage-404538): "Wenn wir die Branche langfristig zukunftssicher machen wollen, müssen wir jährlich Zehntausende von Fahrern einstellen, ausbilden und halten, um die Nachfrage zu decken. Angesichts der alternden Erwerbsbevölkerung müssen wir auch mehr junge Menschen für die Branche gewinnen. Um dies zu erreichen, müssen wir flexiblen, finanzierten Ausbildungsmöglichkeiten Vorrang einräumen."

Die Daten von Eurostat zeigen, dass die Jugendarbeitslosigkeit im Juni 2025 EU-weit bei 14,7 % lag und 2,857 Millionen junge Menschen ohne Arbeit waren, was im Vergleich zum Vormonat konstant geblieben ist. Diese Zahlen offenbaren eine erhebliche Chancenlücke für Schulabgänger. In einer Zeit, in der viele düstere Aussichten haben, bietet die Logistik einen Weg der Klarheit, der Ausbildung und der finanziellen Unabhängigkeit.

Ändernde Wahrnehmungen

Die Wahrnehmung der Logistik als Job der letzten Instanz weicht der Anerkennung ihrer greifbaren Vorteile. In einem kürzlich erschienenen Motor Transport feature werden Faktoren wie Arbeitsplatzsicherheit, zuverlässige Bezahlung, flexible Arbeitszeiten und die Möglichkeit zu reisen hervorgehoben. Für viele ist es genau diese Kombination von Vorteilen, die die Logistik auszeichnet. Darüber hinaus ermöglichen Lehrstellen und Programme für Hochschulabsolventen jungen Mitarbeitern, sich zu qualifizieren und gleichzeitig praktische Erfahrungen zu sammeln.

Matthew Bellamy, Managing Director bei SNAP, kommentiert: "Für Schulabgänger ist die Logistik nicht nur eine Alternative. Sie ist ein schneller Weg zu einer qualifizierten, zukunftssicheren Karriere. Man sammelt sofort Erfahrungen und wird unabhängig, ohne die Kosten und Verzögerungen eines Studiums."

Der Beruf des Kraftfahrers ist zwar der sichtbarste, aber die Logistik umfasst weit mehr. Schulabgänger können in die Lagerhaltung, die Planung, die Technik oder den Kundendienst gehen, bevor sie in eine Führungsposition aufsteigen. Die Digitalisierung der Logistik hat auch eine Nachfrage nach neuen Fähigkeiten geschaffen - Datenanalyse, Routenoptimierung und Nachhaltigkeitsmanagement -, die eine Generation von Digital Natives ansprechen.

SNAP arbeitet beispielsweise mit Fuhrparks in ganz Europa zusammen, um digitale Tools bereitzustellen, die das Wohlbefinden der Fahrer fördern, ihnen bei der Suche nach sicheren Parkplätzen helfen und den täglichen Betrieb rationalisieren. Bei diesen Investitionen geht es nicht nur um Effizienz, sondern auch darum, die Logistik zu einem glaubwürdigen und attraktiven Karriereweg zu machen.

"Die Branche braucht neue Gesichter mit digitalen Fähigkeiten, Belastbarkeit und einer modernen Einstellung", so Bellamy weiter. "Schulabgänger bringen genau das mit - und die Gewinnung von mehr Frauen wird uns helfen, uns noch schneller anzupassen.

Die Geschlechterkluft schließen

Die Vielfalt ist eine der größten ungenutzten Möglichkeiten in der Logistik. Nach Angaben der [Weltbank] (https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/europeandcentralasia/more-women-are-needed-in-transport-jobs-in-europe-and-central-as) machen Frauen in Europa und Zentralasien nur 23 % der Beschäftigten im Transport- und Lagerwesen aus. Die europäischen Daten sind sogar noch besorgniserregender, wenn es speziell um Fahrer geht: nur 4 % sind Frauen.

Es ist wichtig, mehr junge Frauen für eine Karriere in der Logistik zu gewinnen - sei es als Fahrerinnen, Planerinnen oder Managerinnen. Dies erweitert nicht nur den Talentpool, sondern verändert auch die Kultur der Branche und macht sie repräsentativer und widerstandsfähiger. Die Hervorhebung weiblicher Vorbilder, die Schaffung integrativer Schulungsumgebungen und die Verbesserung der Sozialeinrichtungen sind praktische Schritte, die die Logistik für alle attraktiver machen können.

Allzu oft wird sie als eine von Männern dominierte und körperlich anstrengende Branche dargestellt. Diese Klischees mögen zwar einmal zutreffend gewesen sein, sind aber zunehmend überholt. Die Logistikbranche von heute beruht ebenso sehr auf Technologie und Teamarbeit wie auf körperlicher Arbeit.

Die Rolle der Arbeitgeber und der Industrie

Damit die Logistik mit der weiterführenden Bildung konkurrieren kann, muss die Industrie an drei Fronten tätig werden:

● Ausbildungswege - Angebot von Lehrstellen, Zertifizierungen und Mentoring, um Bewerbern ein Gefühl des Fortkommens zu vermitteln.

● Wohlbefinden und Einrichtungen - Sicherstellung, dass Fahrer, insbesondere jüngere und vielfältigere Teilnehmer, Zugang zu sicheren Parkplätzen, sauberen Raststätten und unterstützenden Umgebungen haben.

● Karrierestorys - Aufzeigen der Vielfalt der Aufgaben und des langfristigen Potenzials innerhalb des Sektors.

Für die Betreiber ist der Geschäftsgrund klar. [Mehr als die Hälfte der europäischen Speditionsunternehmen (https://talkinglogistics.com/2025/07/01/europes-truck-driver-shortage-whats-driving-it-and-how-logistics-leaders-are-responding/) berichten bereits, dass sie aufgrund des Fahrermangels nicht expandieren können. Fast die Hälfte gibt sinkende Produktivität an, und 39 % sagen, dass die Einnahmen zurückgehen. Wenn sich nichts ändert, wird der Mangel nicht nur das Wachstum einschränken, sondern auch den Gewinn schmälern.

Logistik als erste Wahl

Die Debatte über Weiterbildung oder Arbeit wird nie eine Einheitslösung sein. Einige junge Menschen werden sich auch weiterhin an Universitäten und Fachhochschulen wohlfühlen. Aber die Logistik ist eine praktikable, zukunftsweisende Option.

Für Schulabgänger bedeutet es sofortige Bezahlung, Unabhängigkeit und Aufstiegsmöglichkeiten. Für die Industrie bedeutet es, dass sie auf einen Pool von Talenten zurückgreifen kann, der dringend benötigt wird. Für die Gesellschaft bedeutet es eine Stärkung der Widerstandsfähigkeit eines wichtigen Sektors.

Die Herausforderung besteht nun darin, dass die Branche ihre Nachfrage mit einer Vision in Einklang bringen muss: Sie muss eine Ausbildung, ein Wohlergehen und Möglichkeiten bieten, die mit denen einer weiterführenden Ausbildung vergleichbar sind. Wenn dies gelingt, wird die Logistik nicht nur eine Alternative zur Universität sein - sie wird ein Vorteil sein.

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Freitag 26 September 2025 • Nachrichten und Updates

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Across Europe, demand for professional lorry drivers has never been higher. In the UK, the Road Haulage Association estimates that in the next five years to keep supply chains running. And the situation is the same across most of Europe. According to I data, there were 426,000 unfilled driver positions across Europe in 2024. But this creates an opportunity. As , the haulage industry offers the prospect of steady work for school leavers considering alternatives to university and adults looking to retrain. Becoming a lorry driver is a pathway to secure earnings and a structured career.The question many ask is: how to become a lorry driver? The answer depends not just on training and licences, but on understanding what it means to join a profession that keeps Europe’s economy moving.One of the main attractions of a driving career is its accessibility. You don’t need a university degree or years of specialist training to start; a standard car licence (Category B) is all that’s required before working towards professional qualifications. The minimum age for training is 18 in both the UK and across the EU, which means school leavers can move directly from a car licence to professional HGV driver training. That said, many firms prefer international drivers to be at least 21, given the extra responsibility that comes with long-distance haulage.Medical fitness is also important. Every applicant has to pass a medical before they can hold an HGV licence. In the UK, this involves a range of tests, eyesight checks, blood pressure readings and screening for conditions such as epilepsy, heart disease or sleep apnoea.European nations apply the same EU-wide medical standards, with regular renewals ensuring drivers remain healthy throughout their careers.For many people considering the move into professional driving, a key concern is: how much do lorry drivers earn? The answer varies depending on location, experience and the type of work undertaken, but across Europe, the profession offers competitive pay compared to other entry-level jobs.● A new driver in the UK on around £27,000 a year. Those who move into long-haul work, especially on international routes, can see their pay rise towards £45,000 – sometimes more if they’re hauling specialist or hazardous loads. those handling specialist loads, hazardous goods or operating across borders. ● In , salaries tend to be lower than in the UK, typically around €36,600, although large logistics firms in major cities may offer more. ● has seen strong demand for drivers in recent years, but wages remain modest, averaging around 92,400 PLN (approximately €21,690).● sits at the lower end of the scale, with drivers generally earning 80,550 RON (€16,000), although international haulage contracts can significantly boost take-home pay.Of course, salary isn’t the whole story. Many companies offer overtime pay, meal allowances or bonuses for hitting delivery targets. 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For those who want to progress to articulated lorries – the larger vehicles commonly used on long-distance and international routes – the Category CE licence (Class 1) is required.Alongside these qualifications sits the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC), a legal requirement across both the UK and EU. This certificate involves a mix of initial training and periodic refreshers, designed to keep drivers up to date on safety, regulation and road skills.This system mirrors the EU-wide licensing framework. The main differences between countries lie in the training providers, the costs involved and, in some places, the availability of test slots.Securing your HGV licence is the first step into professional driving. In the UK, you can start the process once you hold a standard Category B car licence. From there, you apply for a provisional lorry licence, which allows you to begin training in large goods vehicles. The training itself combines theory and practical elements: classroom sessions on road safety and regulations, followed by supervised driving in heavy vehicles. Candidates must also complete modules for the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC), which ensures that drivers are equipped not just to operate vehicles safely but also to manage the day-to-day demands of haulage.One of the most common questions for anyone considering this career is how much lorry driver training costs. In the UK, prices vary depending on the provider, location and whether you’re training for a Category C or the more advanced Category CE licence. On average, new drivers can expect to spend between £2,000 and £3,500 to cover medical checks, provisional licence fees, theory tests, practical training, CPC modules and the final driving test. 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Montag 22 September 2025 • Nachrichten und Updates

DER INFRASTRUKTURBOOM IN RUMÄNIEN - WAS ER FÜR DEN MOBILITÄTSSEKTOR BEDEUTET

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Romania is fast emerging as a strategic logistics and freight hub in Southeastern Europe. Supported by billions in EU and national funding, the country’s infrastructure renaissance is attracting fleet operators, logistics investors and manufacturers. In this article, we explore what these developments mean for fleets, drivers and the wider transportation sector.Romania's transport infrastructure has seen a dramatic shift in pace and scale. The government has earmarked around 25 billion lei (£4.27 billion) for road projects in 2026, reflecting an unprecedented focus on highways and freight corridors. In mid‑2025, Romania had around 1,325km of highways in service (1,188 km motorways and 138 km expressways), with another 741km under construction and 669km in tendering stages.By 2030, Romania plans to double its highway network, modernise strategic railway routes, expand urban transport and connect regions that have long been isolated. The challenge is immense, but the outcome could transform the country’s position on Europe’s transport map.Key projects include the A7 north-south axis running from Ploiești to Siret, which will aid transport to the Ukrainian border, due for completion by 2026. Another is an 11km expressway connecting Satu Mare to Romania’s border with Hungary. The A0 Bucharest Ring Road will ease freight and passenger traffic around the capital, with the southern half already in use. Other major works include the Suceava-Oar and Timișoara-Moravița corridors, as well as the 2.9 km Meseș Tunnel, set to become the longest road tunnel in Romania.“These corridors won’t just improve east-west and north-south links – they will connect previously isolated regions like Moldavia and the North-East to the rest of the country and the EU,” comments Eduard Ularu, Business Development Manager at SNAP.But infrastructure isn’t just roads. over the Danube, opened in July 2023 at a cost of €500 million (€363 million co‑funded by the EU), delivers the first crossing over the maritime Danube and significantly improves connectivity to Constanța and Dobruja.Other vital developments include planned rail upgrades at Constanța port and DP World Romania’s €130 million expansion of container and ro-ro capacity, doubling throughput and adding logistics links by road and rail.Romania’s freight and logistics market is sizable. USD 21.11 billion in 2025, it is forecast to rise to USD 24.27 billion by 2030. Meanwhile, the road freight segment alone is projected at USD 9.07 billion in 2025, climbing to USD 10.37 billion by 2030.These figures reflect Romania’s growing role as a trans-European corridor, serving routes from Hungary, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Moldova and the Black Sea ports. Ukraine now directs much of its on the Black Sea coast, eyeing a doubling from 2 million to 4 million tons per month through Romanian infrastructure.“These investments will help Romania compete more strongly with major logistics hubs like those in Poland and Greece,” comments Eduard Ularu. “Constanța has huge potential, and with the right infrastructure in place, it can finally become the gateway for European trade it was meant to be.”Improved warehousing, lower labour costs, and friend‑shoring trends are further encouraging manufacturers and retailers to locate logistics centres in Romania, increasing demand on roads and pushing growth across the network. The infrastructure upgrades aren’t just physical – they’re digital too. 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It could also mean higher freight volumes (especially at Constanța and border crossings), which may strain existing infrastructure.“Right now, construction zones like DN2 and parts of the A0 Bucharest Ring Road are causing detours and bottlenecks,” Ularu explains. “Trucks are losing hours on routes that should take minutes – and that impacts everything from fuel budgets to delivery reliability.”In addition, new corridors, tighter safety rules, and shifting road-use charges require greater compliance attention.Despite infrastructure gains, secure rest parking and welfare facilities remain patchy in some freight corridors, especially near border areas and major hubs. 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Romania is not only modernising – it's reshaping how goods move across the region.“This isn’t just about roads – it’s about resilience, sustainability and building a smarter freight future across Europe. Romania is right at the heart of that shift,” Eduard states.

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Donnerstag 07 August 2025 • Nachrichten und Updates

DIE FORMEL PREMIER TRUCKSTOP: UNTERSUCHUNG IHRES ERFOLGS UND IHRER BEZIEHUNG ZU SNAP

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Situated in Ellesmere Port, a stone's throw away from the M53, is . Voted UK's Truckstop of the Year 2023, the site has become a firm favourite among the trucking community. Playing homage to their link to Formula 1 (the site once provided fuel to racing cars around the world), the truck stop is doused in the iconic red, with plenty of sporting memorabilia to keep visitors busy for hours. As they celebrate their 10th anniversary, we sit down with Operations Manager Ash Evans to discuss everything from new facilities and sustainability goals to driver welfare and their relationship with SNAP. explains Ash.The site hosts a range of fantastic facilities to provide truck drivers with a home away from home. states Ash.As we're given a tour around the site, we walk through a dedicated gaming room, equipped with a pool and a table tennis table, a lounge area complete with massage chairs and a plethora of games consoles to help relax a driver after a long shift. On the more practical side, the site offers washing facilities, a gym, and a kitchen area to make homemade meals. For those who don't fancy cooking after a day behind the wheel, they can make use of the on-site restaurant now offering SNAP meal vouchers. Recently, the site renovated its female facilities, with state-of-the-art, spa-like washrooms. Included in this upgrade was a gender neutral toilet and shower room both areas are kept locked to ensure safety and security. explains Ash. Discover the new facilities at Formula through our with Ash.Ash and the team have a close relationship with Stuart Willetts, one of SNAP's UK Business Development Managers, who is always at the end of the phone to go over any queries. states Ash. Ash explains how offering SNAP meal vouchers has benefited not only the drivers but the site as well:Driver well-being has been a hot topic of discussion within the industry for a long time. With suicide rates among truck drivers than the national average, truck stops play a vital role in improving driver welfare. Something of which Ash believes shouldn't be difficult for a truck stop to achieve:This has certainly been a key focus for Formula, influencing everything from their facilities and continuous improvements to the safety and security of those parking up. Ash states. The industry has a long way to go, and Formula Truck Stop is setting the bar high. We asked Ash what the industry could do to help with driver well-being:Something that Stuart is all too aware must happen, as his role within SNAP allows him to empathise with the day-to-day challenges truck drivers face:The truck stop has come a long way since its humble beginnings. With SNAP helping to streamline operations, the site has been able to concentrate on expanding and pursuing its sustainability goals. With over 195,000 truck drivers on the SNAP network, the site had to add an overflow parking area, giving them an extra 50 spaces, to meet the growing demand. The site is now focusing on their sustainability goals, Ash explains:.Inspired by what you've just read? . Catch the full interview with