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27.06.2024

Röhlig USA picks regional COO North America

The US subsidiary of the owner-managed logistics company Röhlig Logistics has appointed Benno Forster as regional COO North America, effective 15 April 2024. He reports to Rafael Ueltschi, regional CEO North America at Röhlig...

27.06.2024

Revamping Russia's intermodal terminals

Transcontainer will invest RUB 1.6 million (EUR 17.000) in the modernsation of Russia’s intermodal terminal operations. The largest portion of the funds has been earmarked for the acquisition of two cranes for the new container...

27.06.2024

PSA launches first hydrogen refuelling station

PSA Singapore, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), and Chiyoda Corporation have launched Singapore's first hydrogen refuelling facility at Pasir Panjang Terminal, marking a significant milestone in sustainable energy efforts....

27.06.2024

A double role for Christophe Tchordjallian

Christophe Tchordjallian, who remains Dimotrans Group’s development director, recently took over the reins of the new Dimolog logistics business unit, which combines the activities of the group's various logistics entities,...

27.06.2024

Forging a French partnership

MTA Group is taking over domestic shipments of palletised orders for two French distributors of packaging materials, aiming to enhance services and environmental performance. Raja and Cenpac recently signed an agreement with the...

27.06.2024

Trialling digital co-drivers

The trial with a digital co-driver involves electronic driver assistance systems that navigate on authorised routes for large and heavy goods transports and at the same time display the relevant driving instructions with pinpoint...

27.06.2024

A second MD at Cologne/Bonn airport

Cologne/Bonn airport’s supervisory board has elected Cenk Özöztürk as the new second managing director of the airport company. Özöztürk currently heads the aviation and human resources divisions at the airport and will shortly...

27.06.2024

Hybrid-electric RTGs arrive at Bayport terminal

Port Houston has announced the arrival of six new hybrid-electric rubber-tired gantry (RTG) cranes at the Bayport Container Terminal, part of a broader initiative to enhance sustainability and efficiency. Since December 2023,...

27.06.2024

"Curiosity of the Day"

Parents who are both left-handed still have more right-handed than left-handed babies.

27.06.2024

Between Bangkok and Binh Duong

Nippon Express has been attending multiple shows and exhibitions in the Southeast Asian region recently, including two events in Vietnam and Thailand. From 15 to 17 May, Bangkok hosted the Future Mobility Asia exhibition,...

26.06.2024

Another customer in Canada

Westjet Cargo is the latest customer to join Cargo One, a digital online platform for booking and marketing airfreight capacities. After Air Canada Cargo, forwarders worldwide now also have fast and user-friendly 24/7 access to...

26.06.2024

A new freighter route to Madrid

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, is expanding its freighter network with a new route to Madrid. Starting 15 July 2024, the carrier will operate two weekly Boeing 777 freighter flights between Abu Dhabi...

26.06.2024

Dachser invests in green fleet

The logistics service provider is adding fifteen Renault Trucks vehicles to its fleet. The all-electric trucks are deployed for local and long-distance transport tours at seven Dachser locations in Germany every weekday. Five...

26.06.2024

A mammoth collaboration

The Swiss outdoor brand Mammut has chosen to work with Topo Solutions on its digitisation and quality assurance efforts. The collaboration will see Topo’s supply chain platform come together with Mammut’s portfolio to streamline...

26.06.2024

Duvenbeck also uses biogenic fuel

The biogenic fuel HVO100 has been available in Germany since the end of Mai this year. Duvenbeck is one of the first forwarders to secure its quota of the fuel to switch parts of its truck fleet to normal operations with HVO100....

26.06.2024

MOL to acquire majority stake in Gearbulk

On 25 June Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) announced its decision to reorganise its equity-method affiliate, Gearbulk Holding, by acquiring a 72% stake and making it a consolidated subsidiary by January 2025. Gearbulk, headquartered in...

26.06.2024

“The Move to Minus 15” wins coveted prize

Global Communications firm Edelman has won a Titanium Lion at the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity for DP World’s “The Move to Minus 15,” a sustainability initiative. The recognition sets a new industry standard as Edelman...

26.06.2024

Honing humanoid robots

Humanoid robots in the starting blocks: GXO Logistics’ newest partnership with robot manufacturer Apptronik aims to enhance operational efficiency at GXO’s logistics site in the USA. Dubbed Apollo, the humanoid robot stands 1.73...

26.06.2024

Ermewa supplies 180 wagons for Riedbahn upgrade

Germany’s first corridor renovation is scheduled to start in July 2024. The busy Riedbahn railway line, which connects Mannheim and Frankfurt, will be completely renovated and therefore closed for several months. The availability...

26.06.2024

Cirro continues UK chain

Cirro Fulfilment has opened a new logistics facility at Lichfield’s Fradley Park. The 33,000 sqm hub brings the company’s UK network to a total of 15 centres. Dubbed Ergo Fradley 354, the site was developed as a joint venture...