SGL builds up in Brazil 
Scan Global Logistics has acquired Blu Logistics Brasil to further strengthen its presence in South America’s largest country. The takeover gives SGL access to the network of the ocean freight importer, including headquarters in Sao Paulo and seven further offices in the country... more
A fresh pair of hands for Asia Pacific operations
The international express service provider DHL Express has appointed Peter Bardens as the senior vice president for its operations & aviation network in Asia Pacific, effective 1 September 2024. He will also join the DHL Express Asia Pacific management board. Based in... more
New dashboard for Fraport
A new ‘cargo dashboard’ service will display incoming cargo volumes and processes at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in real time – representing yet another milestone in optimising cargo processes through digitisation. The aim of the software is to provide participating companies in... more
At the end of a hot summer for air cargo
Global average air cargo spot rates of 2.68 USD/kg in August were boosted by the continuing imbalance between supply and demand. According to Xeneta’s latest weekly analysis, last month's global cargo supply increased at its slowest ratio in 2024 to-date at 2% year-on-year,... more
36, 50, 110 – going, going, gone... 
Water levels in the Panama Canal. 15 August marked the 110th anniversary of the first official passage of a ship, the USA’s SS Ancon, through the Panama Canal, thus inaugurating the key global channel. This year maritime trade, for which the artificial waterway at the junction... more
Bruce Cutillo hands over the baton
WCA Projects, a project forwarding logistics network, has selected Erwin van der Genugten (right) as its new general manager from January 2025, following the retirement of Bruce Cutillo (left), at the end of this year. Van der Genugten: “Cutillo has done an amazing job in... more
600 km with next-generation e-truck
As the electrification of heavy trucks continues, transports over longer distances are now becoming possible. Next year, Volvo Trucks will launch its next-generation heavy-duty electric truck which will be able to drive up to 600 km on one single charge. This will allow... more
Port of Gothenburg welcomes methanol-powered ship
“Antonia Maersk”, the world's largest methanol-powered containership, is now in regular service between the port of Gothenburg and Asia. With a capacity of 16,592 teu, the vessel represents a significant step in the green transition of the shipping industry, offering substantial... more
Gruber Logistics targets Turkey
Rifat Cicek was appointed as the new branch director of Gruber Logistics in Turkey at the beginning of H2/2024. With his expertise, his task will be to spearhead the logistics service provider's corporate strategy in the region. The aim is to manage more of the company’s... more
Three more years in medical logistics
Davies Turner has extended its contract with Owen Mumford, a medical devices manufacturer, to provide logistics solutions in the UK and Europe for three more years. Based out of its hub in Bristol, Davies Turner will continue to distribute Owen Mumford’s medical devices in the... more