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15.05.2024

A step forward in Singapore's cold chain

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and a local subsidiary of the Kajima Corporation have formed a JV to develop a new refrigerated warehouse Western Singapore and enhance the cold chain offering in the area. The site in Jurong will...

15.05.2024

Rotterdam port launches quantum internet trial

A consortium led by Quantum Delta NL and including the Port of Rotterdam Authority, Qbird, and other players, has created the world's first scalable quantum internet connection in Rotterdam port. A trial that stated in late...

15.05.2024

Med-X-Press reshuffles top management

The Goslar (Germany) based pharmaceutical logistics company Med-X-Press has appointed Wolfram Zehnle, who is already managing director of the sister company MXP Fulfilment, to the management board. He will join managing partner...

15.05.2024

"Curiosity of the Day"

When a frog vomits, it also ejects its whole stomach. When the stomach is empty, the frog will re-swallow it. It then returns to its normal position in the body.

15.05.2024

Nine more offices in Africa

APG Cargo, a global cargo general sales and service agent (GSSA), has substantially expanded its African network. The nine new locations are part of the company’s ongoing effort to enhance connectivity and service capabilities in...

15.05.2024

Cyber security for supply chains

Intrusion Inc. and Total Information Management Corporation (TIM) are working with a Philippines-based company on threat detection for supply chain operations: TIM will provide Intrusion’s services to Orca Cold Chain Solutions,...

15.05.2024

Digitised process cuts CO2 at port of Gothenburg

The port of Gothenburg has introduced "Digital Port Call," a platform aimed at digitalising the vessel arrival process to boost efficiency and sustainability. As Scandinavia's largest port, with 6,000 annual ship calls,...

14.05.2024

New CO2 emission standards for HDVs

Yesterday, 13 May 2024, the council of the European Union adopted the regulation on CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles (HDV), amending and strengthening the existing EU rules. The revisions will make almost all...

14.05.2024

Cargo’s contribution to record performance

For the financial year ended 31 March 2024, Dubai-based Emirates Group reports its best-ever financial performance with a record profit of AED 18.7 billion (USD 5.1 billion), up 71% from last year, record revenue, and a record...

14.05.2024

Railways versus gigaliners

A majority of citizens in eight countries of the European Union (EU) say no to ‘mega trucks’ - lorries with a weight of 44 t or more and a length of 30 m - and favour combined transport over bigger and heavier trucks. These...

14.05.2024

A pallet procurement partner

The Bewital Group, a producer of animal feed, is cooperating on the purchasing of pallets with digital trading platform Pacurion. The companies share regional roots in North Rhine-Westphalia (Germany). Pacurion will support...

14.05.2024

Decarbonisation to boost green jobs in maritime

According to the Global Maritime Forum, the decarbonisation of the maritime sector presents a major economic opportunity, potentially creating up to four million green jobs by 2050. This shift is driven by the need for the...

14.05.2024

Codognotto kicks off Dubai air cargo service

Following the inauguration of its new UAE hub, the Codognotto Group has launched weekly air consolidation services between Dubai and Milan. The new offering, which has been in operation since mid-April, enables customers to ship...

14.05.2024

A relief shipment to Kabul

Bolloré Logistics aid & relief team in UAE was awarded a contract to facilitate the transport of 180 t of temperature-sensitive medication from Dubai to Kabul for a humanitarian organisation. The temperature-controlled...

14.05.2024

Magnix picks CEO

Magnix, which specialises in electric power systems for the aviation industry, has named Reed Macdonald as chief executive officer (CEO). With more than 25 years’ experience in aerospace, finance, defence, and manufacturing,...

14.05.2024

Regional HQ for intermodal services

The intermodal business remains a strategic focus for Odyssey Logistics: The company has established a new intermodal division headquarters in Lombard, IL (USA), outside the Chicago area. This move reinforces Odyssey’s...

14.05.2024

New highs in container ship capacity for 2024

In 2023, the container shipping industry achieved a new high by delivering 2.3 million teu, surpassing the previous record by 37%. Continuing this trend, according to Niels Rasmussen, chief shipping analyst at Bimco, the first...

14.05.2024

"Curiosity of the Day"

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

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

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...