Porto Chibatão's game changers 
Porto Chibatão, a major port operator in Brazil, has integrated four Lieberherr LBS 800 barge-slewing cranes into its operations. They are the largest harbour cranes over floating piers globally, with a special boom length of 66 m and a 9.6 m tower extension, enhancing... plus
Ralph van Eijk to head GSSA network
Neutral Air Partner (NAP) has appointed seasoned aviation executive Ralph van Eijk as head of GSSA network and airline development. Van Eijk brings two decades of experience in the aviation cargo industry, having held various positions in multiple airlines, including Korean Air... plus
Bolloré expands in Poland
Following its recent activity in Ireland, Bolloré Logistics is now also completing its move to a new office in Warsaw, Poland. Centrally located, the new hub enables access to Warsaw’s city centre. It also connects Bolloré to the nearby airport as well as road transport... plus
New e-truck joins UK fleet
After a period of trials, UK-based Sparks Transport has taken delivery of a Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit. The haulier will use it predominately to deliver Refresco beverages to Retailer Tesco stores. The new truck is powered by three electrical motors which generate... plus
ST to equip A320P2Fs with lower deck CLS
During the Singapore airshow, Telair announced that ST Engineering’s aircraft leasing business has ordered seven lower deck cargo loading systems (LD-CLS) for its A320 passenger-to-freighter aircraft. Telair’s LD-CLS is the world’s only lower deck cargo loading system that... plus
More business in retail beyond obvious candidates
It does't necessarily have to be China and India all the time. The Chicago-founded consultancy Kearney draws a number of conclusions from its latest Global Retail Development Index (GRDI) and sees the global retail landscape "at the crossroads." The report is a... plus
30 energy efficient locos for Brazil 
The Brazilian provider MRS Logistica has signed an agreement with the manufacturer Wabtec for 30 new Evolution Series locomotives. The deal is valued at BRL 500 million (EUR 93.4 million) and the first deliveries are scheduled for 2024. These additions will allow MRS to... plus
Another Dubai hub for FedEx
FedEx Express has opened a new hub at Dubai World Central Airport as part of its USD 350 million investment plan for its expansion in the UAE. The new site has been dubbed Meisa as it serves the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent and Africa. It will not only increase FedEx’s... plus
Asia's first biofuel barge sets sail
Vitol Bunkers has acquired its first specialised bunker barge, the "Marine Future", in Singapore, enhancing its presence in Asia's growing biofuel bunker market. This IMO type 2 notation tanker can supply biofuel blends like B24, B30, and up to B100, in accordance with... plus