Two biofuel trucks for Bolloré in Italy 
Bolloré Logistics Italy has obtained the exclusive use of two biofuel trucks from its partner Alha Group, one of the country's big players in the air cargo sector, which is also providing RFS. By using bio-LNG, they will reduce CO2 emissions by up to 72%, while maintaining the... mehr
GBRF buys box wagons to transport bulk
The leasing company Porterbrook and GB Railfreight have signed an agreement for the production and purchase of 50 new JNA-X box wagons. The wagons will be manufactured by Greenbrier in the USA and will arrive in the UK in Q3/2024. They will replace aging assets and increase... mehr
Bifa names frontier policy manager
The British International Freight Association (Bifa) has named Pawel Jarza as frontier policy manager within its policy and compliance team. Jarza has almost 20 years of experience in the logistics industry, mainly in customs compliance-focused managerial roles. He will be... mehr
Getting ready for mega vessels
Marport, Istanbul's largest port, has invested USD 200 million to increase its capacity for handling two mega vessels simultaneously and improve operational efficiency with advanced equipment. Established in 2001 as a joint venture between Arkas Holding and Terminal... mehr
Delta Cargo welcomes Opticooler RKN
Delta Cargo has announced the technical approval for Dolkasch Temperature Solutions' Opticooler RKN. The Atlanta-based carrier can now integrate it into its aircraft and offer customers an additional reliable and high-quality solution for pharma transports on its extensive... mehr
First real-world test for H2 prototype
Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) recently completed the very first trial run of X2.0, its second test vehicle, on the high-speed track at the UTAC Millbrook test centre in the UK. With fast refuelling, heavier payloads and a long range, the hydrogen fuel cell powertrain truck... mehr
Quantron bolsters management team
Quantron, a specialist for sustainable passenger and freight transport, has appointed Reto Leutenegger (left) as chief sales officer (CSO). He was named managing director of the subsidiary Quantron Switzerland in January 2023 and has been involved in the sale of zero-emission... mehr
Samskip expands shortsea portfolio
Samskip has launched a new shortsea container service connecting Santander, Tilbury and Rotterdam, set to begin on 2 April. Operated once a week, the new offering is cost-competitive with road-ferry alternatives, while also providing good reliability and lower CO2 emissions.... mehr
Holzlogistik aus einer Hand 
SETG investiert in Hackgut-Boxen. Mit der Inbetriebnahme der ersten von insgesamt 180 werksneuen «Sflexwood»-Rungenwaggons (vgl. ITJ 01-04/2023, S. 22) ist es noch nicht vorbei mit Innovationen seitens der SETG. Christoph Böhm, der Projektverantwortliche des Bahnlogistikers aus... mehr
Mixed results for Dachser
Despite a weak demand for logistics services in FY 2023, Dachser continued its successful expansion into strategic markets. The group’s revenue decreased by 12.5% to EUR 7.1 billion, accompanied by a fall in transported volumes and tonnage, due to a worldwide decline in air and... mehr