Report on future logistics technology readiness 
The Magaya Corporation, in partnership with Adelante SCM, has released a report entitled 'Freight Forwarding at a Crossroads: Preparing for 2026 and Beyond'. The study highlights challenges for logistics services providers, including gaps in AI readiness, uneven technology... plus
NexusOcean adds Starlink services
NexusOcean has reported it has expanded its service portfolio by adding Starlink’s high-speed maritime connectivity solutions, available since August through its partnership with MTN, an official Starlink reseller. The move aims to enhance NexusOcean’s global coverage for... plus
US freight crime hotspots
Cargo theft in the USA is expected to surge over the Labor Day weekend, according to Verisk CargoNet. Analysis of 214 reported thefts from the Thursday before to the Wednesday after Labor Day between 2020 and 2024 shows a escalation, with Friday the highest-risk day. In 2024... plus
UAL launches Caribbean Shuttle
UAL has launched the 'UAL Caribbean Shuttle', a fixed nine-day shortsea service between Point Lisas (Trinidad & Tobago), Georgetown (Guyana) and Paramaribo (Suriname). Operated by the recently delivered 'UAL Transporter', a landing craft with 387 teu capacity and a... plus
Reynaert to manage Iata external affairs
Iata has appointed Thomas Reynaert as its senior vice-president for external affairs. Reynaert will be based in Brussels and will oversee the association’s advocacy, with responsibility for teams in Washington and at Icao. Reynaert was most recently vice-president for... plus
Atlas secures B777 deals
Atlas Air, a subsidiary of Atlas Air Worldwide, has announced two long-term freighter agreements. The carrier will dedicate one of its newly delivered Boeing 777-200Fs to DSV, supporting the forwarder’s network in Asia, Europe and the USA, including the key Huntsville–Luxembourg... plus
'CS Anthem' joins TSP
Crowley Stena Marine Solutions, a joint venture of Crowley and Stena Bulk, has reported it has been approved by the US maritime administration to operate the 'CS Anthem' under the 'Tanker Security Program' (TSP). The US-flagged, 49,990 dwt medium-range tanker, crewed and managed... plus
New cargo head for WestJet
WestJet recently appointed Sabir Ebrahim as its head of cargo operations. He now focuses on efficiency gains, safety compliance and strengthening collaboration with colleagues and service partners. Ebrahim emphasised the importance of balancing commercial needs with operations,... plus
Turkish Cargo boosts Maastricht
Maastricht Aachen airport (MST) has added three weekly freighter flights, reflecting strong cargo growth of 15% year-on-year up to July 2025. Turkish Cargo is boosting its presence with an extra Boeing 777 rotation linking Quito, Bogota, Miami, Istanbul and the Netherlands,... plus
Hot seat at the cool chain
Americold has appointed Robert S. Chambers as its new CEO and member of the board of directors, effective today, 1 September. He succeeds George Chappelle, who is retiring after a four-decade career in the logistics industry. Chambers has been with Americold for twelve years,... plus