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14.05.2024

RZDL continues to expand its own loco fleet

The Russian transport and logistics company began building its own locomotive fleet in December 2023, purchasing two shunting diesel locomotives for this purpose, and is now planning to buy two more such locomotives in 2025....

14.05.2024

A dual role for Pierre Jalady

UTA Edenred, a European mobility service provider and part of the Edenred Group, has appointed French manager Pierre Jalady as its new managing director as of 1 April 2024. He will also act as general manager of Edenred Mobility...

14.05.2024

Karen Klement to head sales department

The Pfenning Group, a full-service supply chain service provider based in Heddesheim (Germany), has recruited Karen Klement as sales manager. With effect from 1 April 2024, the experienced logistics expert will be responsible for...

14.05.2024

After Tanzania and Uganda now Kenya

Network Airline Services has been appointed as the GSSA for Flydubai in Kenya, effective from 1 January 2024. Sarah Wangui, NAS’ managing director based in Nairobi: “I am happy to confirm that NAS has been appointed as Flydubai’s...

14.05.2024

"Curiosity of the Day"

When you blush, the lining of your stomach also turns red.

13.05.2024

More and more electric HDVs hit the roads

Amazon is investing in electric vehicles around the world and now rolling out nearly 50 electric heavy-duty vehicles (HDV) in Southern California alone. According to the company, it is the largest fleet of such vehicles in any...

13.05.2024

More Maersk in Miami

A.P. Moller - Maersk expanded its airfreight operations footprint by launching a full-service, in-transit gateway solution in Miami last month. It is modelled after operations in Atlanta, Chicago, and Los Angeles and will focus...

13.05.2024

Exploring maritime fuel alternatives

Joost Mathôt, director of Damen Shipyards Group's workboats division, has released a statement where he discusses the complexities of selecting future marine fuels amid evolving global regulations that demand carbon footprint...

13.05.2024

A distribution centre in Dubai

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics’ joint venture with an Indian service provider has opened a distribution hub in Dubai South. Dubbed Hellmann Calipar Healthcare Logistics, the JV is a collaboration between Hellmann and an affiliate...

13.05.2024

Pall-Ex boosts services in Ireland

The group opened a network within the Republic of Ireland with a ceremony on 1 May. Operating from its Dublin facility, Pall-Ex Ireland already has 16 members, and its team has extensive experience in freight forwarding and...

13.05.2024

Dnata enhances Singapore operations

Dnata, a global air and travel services provider, has appointed Neo Su Yin as managing director of its Singapore office to oversee the company’s ground handling and cargo operations at Changi Airport (SIN). A Singapore...

13.05.2024

Zim to maintain reefer tracking system

Global cargo shipper and Tel Aviv-based Zim Shipping Lines has announced a five-year contract extension with Arrowspot Systems, further enhancing their existing partnership. Arrowspot will continue to operate its innovative 24/7...

13.05.2024

DP World makes moves in Laos

At Laos’s first special economic zone, DP World is completing an acquisition and thus gaining access to the Savannakhet dry port. Savan Logistics, a logistics provider in Southeast Asia, has been taken over by DP World. The...

13.05.2024

New sub-base to be opened in Edmonton

In a pivotal development in its 30 years of operation, Nolinor Aviation will establish a new secondary base in Edmonton, Alberta, which will come on stream in June. This strategic move is set to redefine air transport within...

13.05.2024

ID Logistics names MD for its Italian branch

ID Logistics, a global contract logistics group based in France, has appointed Emanuele Puglia as managing director of its Italian subsidiary. With more than 20 years of experience in contract logistics, his mission is to shape...

13.05.2024

Czech carrier grows abroad

According to the International Accounting Standards (IFRS), CD Cargo achieved a gross profit before tax of CZK 733 million (EUR 29.25 million) in 2023. The freight segment contributed a net profit of CZK 326 million (EUR 13...

13.05.2024

ACL launches faster Ireland–North America route

Atlantic Container Line (ACL) has introduced a new, expedited service linking Ireland with North America. In partnership with BG Freight Line (BGFL) and Peel Ports, the service will enhance connections from Belfast and Dublin to...

13.05.2024

A big fish for sustainable packaging

An Australian fisherman has innovated and patented a sustainable alternative to expanded polystyrene (EPS). Tom Long, who owns a fishing company based in Queensland, is the man behind this development. Wanting to transport...

13.05.2024

Augmenting drayage services in the USA

STG Logistics has been able to use CSX's rail network to provide intermodal services from coast to coast in the USA over the last 30 years. Now, the logistician is strengthening the partnership with the US class I railroad to...

13.05.2024

Hermes 5 goes live in Abu Dhabi

Hermes Logistics Technologies (HLT) has successfully upgraded Etihad Airport Services Cargo’s hub in Abu Dhabi to the latest version of its cargo management system (CMS), following a contract renewal that will also see the...