China–Central Asia route opens 
According to China’s state-owned news agency Xinhua, Shanxi province has launched its first rail-road intermodal freight service to Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. The route runs from Zhongding logistics park to Kashgar North station in Xinjiang, with containers carried onward by... more
Transport unions launch "Logistics Action Days"
From today, 2 October 2025, transport workers’ unions across Europe are staging a week of coordinated "Logistics Action Days" to highlight abuses in subcontracting chains. The campaign, led by the European Transport Workers’ Federation (ETF), involves unions in Spain,... more
DSV names new CEO for Contract Logistics
The global transport and logistics group DSV has appointed Maciej Walenda as CEO of Contract Logistics and member of the Group Executive Committee effective today, 1 October 2025. He succeeds Albert-Derk Bruin, who is leaving after 15 years with the company. Walenda joined... more
Geneva Airport names new CEO
Geneva Airport’s board has appointed Jean-François de Saussure as its next chief executive officer, effective 1 November 2025. A seasoned leader with a background at SGS, SICPA and Caran d’Ache, where he served as CEO from 2012 to 2021, de Saussure combines extensive management... more
"Game over" for another Icelandic carrier
Without warning, Icelandic low-cost carrier Play has ceased operations and filed for bankruptcy protection after failing to secure fresh funding. While much attention centred on its low-cost passenger model, the airline had also pursued a growing role in airfreight. GSSA giant... more
AI logistics planning by Arqh
Arqh has closed a $3.8 million pre-seed round led by Founderful with Merantix Capital, aiming to transform logistics planning with its decision intelligence engine. According to Arqh current supply chains often rely on spreadsheets, calls and rigid systems, causing delays and... more
Davies Turner restructures in Türkiye
Davies Turner has restructured its logistics operations in Türkiye through two new partnerships. Daily two-way trailer services between Türkiye and the UK will now be handled by Talay logistics, while Gebrüder Weiss' Türkiye branch will take over point-of-origin warehousing,... more
Nova Marine expands reach
Nova marine carriers has entered the Oceania market through a joint venture with New Zealand’s McCallum bros. The partnership will provide transport between New Zealand and the Chatham Islands, replacing the ageing Southern Tiare according to the company. The 50/50 venture was... more
Kalitta Air to operate two "new" converted freighters soon
AerCap Cargo has delivered the first two Boeing 777-300ERSF passenger-to-freighter converted aircraft to Kalitta Air, including the prototype certification unit. The aircraft arrived at Kalitta’s facility in Oscoda, Michigan on 12 and 13 September and are set to enter commercial... more
Quadrise appoints Peter Borup as CEO
Quadrise PLC, a UK-based developer of low-emissions fuels and biofuels, has appointed Peter Borup as CEO effective today, 1 October 2025. With over 30 years’ experience in global shipping, including senior roles at Maersk, D/S Norden, Lauritzen Bulkers and Norvic, Borup brings... more