The next ‘phoenix’ from the ashes 
Iran unveils a ‘new’ transport aircraft. On 19 May Iran presented an aircraft it ‘designed’ itself. It looks remarkably like the Antonov AN-140, however. Like the ‘Shahed 171’ flying-wing reconnaissance drone, it is named after a fabled creature from Persian mythology, and is... more
The marriage is postponed 
Since 2020, HHLA and Eurogate, Hamburg and Bremen’s most important terminal operators, have been negotiating a partnership to bundle their strengths. The reason why the operators are contemplating a possible merger is the fact that the competition, especially in Antwerp, has... more
Daily shuttle connects Duisburg and Gadki
Hupac is expanding its service between Germany and Poland. Starting this week on (week 27), the Swiss intermodal operator will increase the train frequency between Duisburg (Germany) and Gadki (Poland) from three to six round trips per week thanks a synergistic cooperation with... more
A growing trend in container vessel capacity
There is a growing interest for one segment of middle-sized container vessels. According to Niels Rasmussen, chief shipping analyst at Bimco, new container ships below a capacity of 8,000 teu have become increasingly popular. He said: “At 1.9 million teu, the current order book... more
From Copenhagen to Hong Kong
Danish provider Scan Global Logistics (SGL) is continuing its expansion strategy and acquiring Sea-Air Logistics (SAL), effective 5 July 2022. SAL is an air and ocean freight logistics provider headquartered in Hong Kong. Nine months ago, SGL acquired SAL's longstanding... more
First flight into Asia for DHL Air UK
DHL Express has introduced a new Hong Kong – Nagoya/Chubu – Cincinnati - East Midlands route. Operating its inaugural flight to Asia, DHL Air UK commenced the service on 26 June 2022. Currently travelling three times a week, the dedicated B777F will double its frequency... more
Eddie Chang joins Geodis
Global leading transport and logistics services provider Geodis has appointed Eddie Chang as its new managing director for Malaysia. With over 25 years of experience in the logistics sector, Chang’s task will be to drive the company’s growth in Malaysia, a market that... more
Unaccompanied freight services on the increase
Getlink’s unaccompanied freight service through the Channel Tunnel has been growing continuously since its launch in September 2021. More recently, Getlink has seen its business accelerate since March 2022, with more than 1,000 trailers carried. This service, which is fully... more
Hydrogen to fuel the ports of Stockholm
In Sweden, the Ports of Stockholm and the British company CMB Tech are partnering to build a hydrogen fuelling station adjacent to the port. In the initial phase, port vehicles will be converted to run on green hydrogen. The first hydrogen-fuelled terminal truck is planned... more
Frigosuisse changes hands
The company Frigosuisse in German-speaking Switzerland is to become part of the Stef Group. Founded in 1931, Frigosuisse specialises in the storage, preparation of orders and distribution of temperature-controlled food products. It has 54 employees and operates a 19,000 sqm... more