Spotlight on inclusive maritime leadership 
For the International Day for Women in Maritime on 18 May, Interferry honours board member Supapan Pichaironarongsongkram, chair of Thailand’s Chao Phraya Express Boat Co. As a third-generation leader in her family’s maritime company, Supapan has championed diversity, innovation... more
Suspected sabotage targeting freight logistics
Germany’s Federal Prosecutor has confirmed the arrest of three Ukrainian nationals suspected of espionage and attempted sabotage targeting freight logistics. The individuals—Vladyslav T., Daniil B., and Yevhen B.—were arrested in Cologne, Constance, and the Swiss canton of... more
Pan-European road network
One year after cargo-partner joined Nippon Express Holdings, the two companies have launched the 'One Road' initiative to unify their road transport operations across Europe. The strategic integration combines cargo-partner’s strengths in Central and Eastern Europe with Nippon... more
UK partners to launch world’s first zero-emission cargo...
UK-based operator RVL Aviation has signed an agreement with ZeroAvia to operate the first hydrogen-electric cargo flights using ZA600-powered Cessna Grand Caravans. Flights are expected to begin once certification is complete, marking the first commercial deployment of... more
Chittagong, Kingston, Tema head global port delay rankings
Beacon’s April Port Performance Report reveals rising inland congestion across global terminals. Chittagong (pictured) leads the global delay chart, with vessels waiting over four days at anchor and containers dwelling more than nine days - seriously impacting South Asian export... more
Not 'for the birds', but 'against the cocks'
CBP officers in Cincinnati intercepted a package from Mexico on 3 May containing ten pairs of cockspur covers and ten knife sheaths used in illegal cockfighting. The parcel, falsely declared as "20 articles for birds," was headed to Corsica, TX. The shipment... more
Odyssey names Maneet Singh CIO & CDO
Odyssey Logistics has promoted Maneet Singh to Chief Information Officer and Chief Digital Officer, expanding his role to lead both IT operations and the company’s digital transformation strategy. Singh, who joined Odyssey in 2023, has modernised platforms and driven innovation... more
Sesé joins IRU network
Spanish logistics group Sesé has officially joined the International Road Transport Union (IRU), marking a step forward in its commitment to innovation and sustainability across global supply chains, as the IRU reported. Headquartered in Zaragoza, Sesé operates across 18... more
Logistics support for handball
Gebrüder Weiss is the official logistics partner of the Austrian Handball Federation (AHB), ensuring transport operations for the men’s national team throughout the EURO 2026 qualification. The partnership covers long-term logistics support for all national events, including... more
Anemoi and partners launch rotor sail design study
Anemoi Marine Technologies has joined forces with Hafnia, Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI), and DNV in a new joint development project to advance rotor sail integration for future vessel designs. The initiative focuses on the safe and efficient implementation of... more