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26.09.2024

Delivering parcels by river

La Poste is partnering with Fludis to introduce a new barge-based parcel delivery service in Île-de-France, making urban logistics more sustainable. Starting in 2026, the barge will transport 3,000 parcels daily from...

26.09.2024

Celebrating 20 years full of freight in India

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways, is celebrating 20 years of operations in India since its first flight to Mumbai on 26 September 2004. Over the years, Etihad Cargo has expanded its...

26.09.2024

"Come on board!"

Scandlines and the employment agency are breaking new ground and inviting job seekers on board the hybrid ferry ‘Berlin’. Together with the Rostock employment agency, the regional job centres and other companies based in the...

26.09.2024

Doubling capacity in São Paulo

Jadlog, a Brazilian break-bulk company, is building a BRL 100 million hub (EUR 16 million) in São Paulo, aiming to double its operational capacity. On 50,000 sqm, the site will boost the company’s capacity to 30,000 packages per...

26.09.2024

Regular container train from China to Russia

Multimodal transport operator Ruscon (part of Delo Group) has launched a new railway service to deliver cargo from China to Russia. The regular container train departs in China from Mianyang and Shijiazhuang in the Sichuan...

26.09.2024

Maritime safety improves as ship losses decline

Celebrating its 2024 World Maritime Day under the theme "Navigating the future: safety first!" on 26 September, the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) reports an increase in the safety of maritime transport....

26.09.2024

"Curiosity of the Day"

Deep-sea fish are usually transparent, with the exception of the eyes and - if there is anything inside - the stomach.

26.09.2024

Strengthening partnership in Southwest Pacific

Menzies Aviation, a global service partner to airports and airlines, has extended a long-running agreement with Cathay Cargo. Under the renewed five-year contract, Menzies will continue to provide cargo and freighter ramp...

25.09.2024

Fully electric trucks for French logistics

Geodis is trialling new urban electric trucks in Paris and Lyon. The vehicles, dubbed Oxygen, were created in collaboration with Renault Trucks in 2022. The test phase for this transport solution is currently in operation in...

25.09.2024

More rail services between Dublin and Ballina

The Irish rail company Iarnrod Eireann has introduced two new services from Dublin Port to Ballina to meet the ever-growing demand for railfreight. Operated by IWT (International Warehousing and Transport), the services deploy...

25.09.2024

A tale of two bridges

Laso recently transported two 50 m long bridges from Portugal to the Netherlands. Originating in Oliveira de Frades, the bridges were moved to the port of Aveiro before being shipped to Rotterdam. The structures had been...

25.09.2024

No longer just the passenger cabin

ACM Aerospace, a global provider of customised service and product solutions for the aviation industry, with a focus on the development, production, and repair of aircraft and helicopter cabins, which is reflected in its name...

25.09.2024

A promotion for Grégory Goba-Blé

Movin, a logistics brand launched as a joint venture between Interglobe Enterprises and UPS, has announced that Grégory Goba-Blé will assume additional responsibilities in his role as director of Movin, to directly oversee India...

25.09.2024

A new shipping platform for e-commerce

Saltbox has launched Parsel, a new shipping platform targeting e-commerce businesses looking to scale up their operations. The solution integrates with existing e-commerce platforms as well as Saltbox’s own offerings to...

25.09.2024

Florida funds container crane at Jaxport

Florida legislators have presented Jaxport with USD 23 million for the purchase of a new container crane and the refurbishment of existing cranes at the port’s terminals. The funds, earmarked by the Florida legislature and...

25.09.2024

CO2 efficiency in short sea shipping

CLDN reported a significant reduction in fleet emissions for 2023, achieving an average of 39 g CO2/tonne-km, which is 19% better than its closest short sea competitor and more than twice as efficient as road haulage. This...

25.09.2024

The first of 170 in operation

Vehicle manufacturer MAN and EON want to jointly establish around 170 locations with 400 charging points in Europe along the existing MAN service network for the public charging of electric trucks. The first such station has now...

25.09.2024

Changes at Norfolk Southern

Norfolk Southern’s board of directors has by unanimous vote of the independent directors appointed Mark R. George, currently the company's executive vice president and CFO, as president and CEO, effective immediately. He will...

25.09.2024

GAC Bulgaria celebrates 20th anniversary

Globe Air Cargo Bulgaria, a subsidiary of ECS Group, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Under the leadership of managing director Tania Mlechenkova, GAC Bulgaria has strengthened its position as a major partner in the...

25.09.2024

"Curiosity of the Day"

The tongue of a blue whale weighs as much as a medium-sized elephant.