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14.10.2021

India trials first long haul freight trains

Indian Railways (IR) has successfully operated two long haul freight trains on South Central Railway (SCR) for the first time. Long haul trains, which are twice or multiple times longer than the normal composition of freight...

14.10.2021

Bolloré's latest new division

The new baby has been baptised Prism. Bolloré Logistics is launching its own 4PL company "which has a presence on every continent". Amongst others, the profile combines digital solutions, selects suppliers in the...

14.10.2021

"Curiosity of the Day"

Elephants run with their tails up when they sense danger.

14.10.2021

"Good dog": saving time and money in Belfast

Speedlink International Logistics, which has been delivering a combination of air, sea and road transportation for over 30 years, has launched a new free running explosive detection dog service (Fredds) in Belfast. Intended...

14.10.2021

Maximilian Rothkopf: COO for five more years

Hapag-Lloyd's supervisory board has extended its COO's contract for five years, until 30 April 2027. Maximilan Rothkopf has served the company in this position since 1 July 2019. “By extending his contract, the supervisory...

14.10.2021

First US fleet to run International eMV series ‎

Navistar and Penske Truck Leasing will confirm their partnership for a zero-emissions future with the anticipated delivery of the International eMV series medium duty truck, which will be Navistar's first delivery of...

14.10.2021

How did short sea shipping do in 2020?

The Corona pandemic also left its mark on Germany's short sea shipping market last year. The volume of goods handled in short sea shipping in 2020 fell by around 8.4% year-on-year to around 165.6 million t, the lowest level in...

14.10.2021

Bour acquired by Noblet

The French Noblet group has finalised the acquisition of the company Bour, located in Poincy, Saine-et-Marne France. Bour specialises in the rental of high-power lifting cranes, the transfer of machinery and the transport of...

13.10.2021

A swan ready for takeoff

As early as 2022 goods consignments weighing up to 350 kg may be flown from one site to another 2,500 km away in Europe in just one day, and at prices that are up to 80% cheaper than today’s airfreight costs. At least that is...

13.10.2021

A terminal of its own in Ostrava

Railfreight transport requires not only intelligent equipment, but also the right transhipment facility in the right place. The Austrian rail logistics company Innofreight, which is building an intermodal terminal near the...

13.10.2021

Expecting record Q4/2021 for charters

Air Charter Service predicts that the coming months might represent the busiest ever peak season for cargo aircraft charters, as global supply chain disruption meets increasing demand in the run up to Christmas with the container...

13.10.2021

Auckland Airport picks Carrie Hurihanganui

The Auckland Airport board has appointed Carrie Hurihanganui as the company’s new chief executive. She is the airport's first female chief executive in its 55-year history. She joins the airport from Air New Zealand, where she...

13.10.2021

Buderus contracts Geis

For the distribution of Bosch Thermotechnik's brand Buderus, Geis Group has been contracted to manage a regional hub to be built near Hanover (Germany) as from 2023. The new logistics property will feature around 26,000 sqm...

13.10.2021

Eukor delivers LRV in Manila

The Port of Manila recently took delivery of eight light rail vehicles (LRV). Citadel Shipping, the local ship agent of the ro-ro shipping company Eukor, organised the transport with the vessel "MV Morning Margareta"....

13.10.2021

New Zealand's carrier relies on Swiss quality

Kiwi Rail and Stadler have signed a frame contract for the development and construction of 57 diesel locomotives for mainline service. Under the contract, the Swiss manufacturer will supply a latest state of the art Co-Co...

13.10.2021

Lithium batteries new in Iata's CEIV family

During the World Cargo Symposium in Dublin, Iata launched a new industry certification programme: "Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators Lithium Battery" aims to improve the safe handling and transport of...

13.10.2021

UK: incentives for apprentice recruitment

The British International Freight Association (Bifa), which represents UK freight forwarding and logistics companies, says that it welcomes that the government is extending the period of time that companies can access cash...

13.10.2021

Lenton Group buys YCC

Lenton Group, which has been majority-owned by GeoPost / DPD Group since 2019, is acquiring "Your Cargo Contact" (YCC), a Dutch specialist for customs clearance and international logistics. Headquartered at Schiphol...

13.10.2021

Key criteria to choose Kaunas airport

After completion of its P2F conversion works, a subsequent C check and a repaint of the airframe to match the future lessee’s livery, Avia AM Leasing's first 737-800 boeing converted freighter has now been delivered to the lessee...

13.10.2021

Two appointments in Jaxport

Florida-based Jaxport is extending its management team for safety and procurement. Maritime purchasing professional Lisa Gee becomes director of procurement services. She will be in charge of the port’s purchasing programme and...