Port of Gothenburg welcomes methanol-powered ship 
“Antonia Maersk”, the world's largest methanol-powered containership, is now in regular service between the port of Gothenburg and Asia. With a capacity of 16,592 teu, the vessel represents a significant step in the green transition of the shipping industry, offering substantial... mehr
Pioneering fuel-saving innovation
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan's largest airline and renowned for its “Flying Honu” turtle-themed Airbus A380s, has welcomed another marine-life-inspired aircraft to its fleet: its first Boeing 777 equipped with Aeroshark. This revolutionary surface technology is inspired by... mehr
Transnet upgrades railfreight infrastructure
The project will enhance the efficiency and capacity of South Africa’s freight rail systems, the carrier said. It includes rail network infrastructure renewal, locomotive overhauls, and wagon fleet renewal. The programme aims to restore freight rail volumes in South Africa,... mehr
KN's Caribbean collaborations
Kuehne + Nagel (KN) is looking to expand its presence in the Caribbean by appointing three new representative agents in the region. Working with Gulf and Maritime Services in Trinidad and Tobago, which has a large oil and gas sector, KN will be able to ramp up its customised... mehr
Move by BV: simplifying vessel compliance process
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore launched its new smart hub, "Move by Bureau Veritas," at the SMM maritime conference in Hamburg. Move aims to streamline vessel and fleet compliance and performance for shipowners by integrating various maritime digital... mehr
From DHL to Dokasch TS
Dokasch Temperature Solutions, a provider of temperature-controlled active packaging solutions, is expanding its team by appointing Gianmarco Steinhauer as the new business development manager for Germany, effective 2 September this year. Steinhauer brings a wealth of... mehr
Two freight hubs in India to be linked by rail
The 309 km long new stretch, which has now been approved by the Indian government, will create the shortest rail link between the two major commercial hubs Mumbai and Indore and provide direct connectivity to the Pithampur auto cluster – it houses 90 large units and 700 small... mehr
Damen and Gerdes Green expand green fleet
Damen Shipyards Group has signed a contract with Gerdes Green for a second combi freighter (CF) 3850, which contains green innovations to increase efficiency and sustainability. The vessel will feature a hybrid battery system for short-duration electric sailing, shore power... mehr
Kögel Trailer welcomes Thore Bakker
Kögel Trailer, a manufacturer of semi-trailers, has appointed Thore Bakker as chief sales officer (CSO) to oversee the company’s international sales strategies and operations. With this appointment, Kögel completes its management team, which now comprises Christian Renners... mehr
A. Hartrodt expands its fleet in the Philippines
The latest addition is a closed truck from the Japanese manufacturer Hino with ten wheels and a payload of 13 t. It will used for domestic haulage of airfreight, LCL and FTL ro-ro shipments from mid-September on and will ensure that customers in the Philippines receive their air... mehr