Fading WestJet Cargo to sell Virgin Atlantic capacity 
WestJet Cargo has started selling cargo capacity on Virgin Atlantic’s wide-body flights from Toronto to London Heathrow and beyond under a new block-space agreement that takes effect today, 31 March. The deal marks Virgin’s return to the Canadian market after more than 20... plus
Langh Ship welcomes the ‘Ingrid’
The Finnish shipping line Langh Ship has taken delivery of the ‘Ingrid’, the first in a series of three 1,200 teu container feeder vessels, at PaxOcean shipyard in Zhoushan. The ship was named on 15 March, following the owner family’s tradition of naming vessels after female... plus
Daimler truck-charging expansion
From April 2025 on customers in Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Italy, Spain and Poland will gain access to UTA Edenred’s public e-charging network for Mercedes-Benz electric trucks, through the 'Mercedes ServiceCard'. Following initial availability in Germany, Austria... plus
Grose to manage Maersk in Canada
Maersk has appointed Michelle Grose as its new area managing director and president for Canada, effective 1 April. She’ll be based in Toronto and lead the company’s growing logistics operations in the Canadian market. A native of the greater Toronto area, Grose brings over 20... plus
Deka enters logistics market
Deka Immobilien has secured a newly-built logistics facility in Belgium. The MG Park Malinas offers 71,500 sqm of rental space, 110 parking spaces and 33 truck docks. The fully-let property is leased to Wimbles Services, a subsidiary of international snack producer... plus
Yang Ming adds Haiphong to JKX service rotation
The Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation launched its expanded Japan Kansai Express (JKX) service with a first call at Haiphong (Vietnam) on Sunday, 30 March. The extension strengthens the carrier’s presence in Southeast Asia and responds to growing demand in Vietnam’s... plus
Serre to lead ProLogistik in France
The ProLogistik Group has named Frédéric Serre as managing director of its French subsidiary, formerly called DSIA. With more than 30 years of international leadership experience in tech-driven businesses, Serre is expected to support the group’s growth and innovation agenda.... plus
Pilot error suspected in Vilnius cargo plane crash
Lithuanian authorities believe human error was the likely cause of the Boeing B737-400 cargo aircraft crash in Vilnius on 25 November 2024. Prosecutors have requested that Spanish authorities issue a notice of suspicion and question the recovering pilot under a European... plus
Thomann Nutzfahrzeuge turns 30
Schmerikon-based Thomann Nutzfahrzeuge is celebrating 30 years of operations. The company has grown from five employees to a workforce of 250 in eight locations. Its focus lies on commercial vehicle services for trucks and buses, available 24/7. Thomann is also expanding in... plus
“Curiosity of the Day” 
William Willett (1856–1915), the great-great-grandfather of Coldplay lead singer Chris Martin, is considered the father of British summer time. He died the year before it was introduced however. plus