Signode upgrades packaging tech 
Signode has launched the 'Octopus Prestige' stretch wrapper, a model for high-volume packaging operations. According to the company the machine combines high speed with simplification, aiming to set a new benchmark in end-of-line wrapping. Features include throughput capacity,... mehr
Scope 3 efficiency leaders
According to Oceanscore’s latest report, 'Scope 3 at Sea', MSC and OOCL are the most efficient carriers on the Asia–Northern Europe trade lane. Covering January to June 2025, the study shows that carrier choice can affect Scope 3 emissions exposure. MSC, with an 18% share of... mehr
Air Côte d’Ivoire receives first A330neo
Air Côte d’Ivoire took delivery of its first Airbus A330-900 earlier this month, the first widebody in its fleet and the first of two on order. The aircraft will support expansion to Paris and later to the Middle East and North America, offering significantly more bellyhold... mehr
Dubai to Africa – now also in Hong Kong
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals (Hactl) has been appointed by SolitAir as ground handling partner for its new freighter services into Hong Kong. The Dubai-based carrier launched operations on 7 August with a 22-t capacity B737-800BCF linking Dubai, Dhaka (Bangladesh) and Hong... mehr
New tools from PackageX
PackageX has launched seven workflow solution pages to help businesses, campuses and enterprises streamline logistics from start to finish. The AI-powered platform aims to address challenges such as manual data entry, inefficient routing and delayed notifications by offering... mehr
Geodis lifts survey scores
Geodis has reported improved results in its 2025 global customer survey. Conducted by Ipsos between 24 April and 2 June, the survey was offered in 16 languages and sent to over 60,000 customers, achieving a record response rate of 15% with more than 9,000 replies. Overall... mehr
Volvo passes lorry milestone
Volvo Trucks has announced that more than 1 million connected trucks now operate worldwide, all able to access the company’s digital services. "Using connected services, we can support our customers and drivers in many ways – optimising uptime, lowering energy use and... mehr
New IAPH / WCO guidelines
The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) and the World Customs organization (WCO) have released revised guidelines on cooperation between customs and port authorities. First launched in 2023, the new edition adds input from the World Shipping Council and... mehr
AI partnership for shipping
Oceanly has partnered with Nagarro to deliver AI-driven fleet performance and digital solutions for the maritime sector. According to Oceanly the collaboration combines the company’s operational data platform with Nagarro’s expertise in AI, ERP integration and large-scale... mehr
Astral completes first in-house 'C check' in Kenya
Nairobi-based Astral Aviation has successfully completed a heavy 'C check' on one of its Boeing B767-200 freighters (5Y-SNL) at its Kenyan facilities. The inspection, carried out in May and June, marks a milestone for the carrier as it was conducted entirely by... mehr