Fast Lines launches Damen CF 3850 freighters 

Fast Lines Belgium has launched two of three ordered Damen 'Combi Freighter 3850' vessels at the Damen Yichang Shipyard in China. These are the first newbuilds to enter the family-owned shortsea logistics provider’s fleet. The fuel-efficient ships include upgrades such as... mehr
Jaeger named MD at Baur Hermes Fulfilment 

Baur Hermes Fulfilment has appointed Amadeus Jaeger as managing director, effective 15 June. He succeeds Kamil Christoph Kasprowicz, who is leaving the Otto Group. Jaeger, a former Deutsche Bahn controller, joined Baur in 2020 and played a key role in building up the... mehr
160 Jahre in Bewegung 

Im Gespräch mit André Strebel, CEO, Schneider Transport. Seit 1865 steht Schneider Transport für Verlässlichkeit im Wandel. André Strebel, seit 1991 im Unternehmen und 2018 zum CEO ernannt, sprach mit ITJ-Chefredaktor Andreas Haug über prägende Meilensteine, mutige... mehr
New UK–EU deal reshapes compliance 

Adam Grimshaw (pictured), the compliance manager for the Customs Support Group, says the Windsor Framework is entering a transition phase as a new EU–UK trade deal may streamline customs further. The green/red lane model has caused confusion, but the changes are... mehr
Marsa Maroc adopts 'Heyport' planning platform 

Marsa Maroc, which manages 24 terminals in ten ports in Morocco, has deployed the 'Heyport' berth-planning platform in its five terminals at the port of Casablanca. The tool, developed by the innovation and venture-building unit HHLA Next, provides real-time data on vessel... mehr
Castrol appoints Shalini Kashyap to lead marine and energy 

Castrol has named Shalini Kashyap as CEO of its global marine and energy division. She'll also continue in her role as vice-president of Castrol’s global account management team. Kashyap joined Castrol in 2016 and previously served as global CFO of 'BP Pulse', where she... mehr
New AHS/Menzies cargo terminal opens in Amman 

The new cargo terminal at Ammam's Queen Alia airport has officially opened, marking a key step in transforming Jordan into a regional logistics hub. Operated by AHS Jordan, a partner of "Menzies Aviation", the 8,000 sqm facility includes a fully automated handling... mehr
EU clears way for retreads 

The EU Commission has officially confirmed that retreaded tyres meet the requirements of the EU's taxonomy regulations, clearing the way for their broader use in sustainable transport strategies. This marks a breakthrough for circular economy efforts in the tyre industry,... mehr
Europa CEO urges trade openness 

Andrew Baxter (pictured), the CEO of Europa Worldwide, has called on UK businesses to take a global view on trade, following new agreements with the USA, the EU and India. Baxter highlighted Europa’s investment in offices in Delhi and its post-Brexit solution 'Europa Flow',... mehr
Huncoat railfreight terminal gaining momentum 

A proposed railfreight terminal in Huncoat, in Northern England, took a step forward as local MP Sarah Smith (pictured on the right) confirmed that it’s a top priority for chancellor Rachel Reeves, who is reviewing 150 national infrastructure projects. At a recent... mehr