X2.3 to complete first hover flight 
The Aero2 is Dufour Aerospace’s tilt-wing drone. The Swiss company has put several prototypes through their paces over the past years. Last week, it achieved another major milestone, as the Aero2 production-ready version — called the “X2.3” — completed its first successful hover... more
Paris now a bit closer to the sea
New multimodal terminal for MSC north of the French capital. In a few months shippers will be able to make use of new services in Paris that are usually part of a seaport terminal’s portfolio. The new centre, which is being built in Bruyères-sur-Oise, relies on hinterland... more
M&M: a gateway to India 
Militzer and Münch has launched a new country unit in India. Based in Mumbai, the office has begun to operate its sea and airfreight services, particularly for customers in the pharmaceutical sector. Following expansions in Vietnam, Indonesia, Mongolia and Sri Lanka,... more
Platform to improve e-trucks supply
DAF Trucks has joined forces with the HDV Booking to increase the availability of fully electric HGVs for long-haul transports, for instance with the DAF XF Electric model. HDV Booking is a new consortium that includes providers of charging facilities, card reader systems,... more
Leschaco attains AEO level 2
Leschaco has gained an authorised economic operator (AEO) certificate for its operations in South Africa. The attained level 2 accreditation is the highest level in the country. AEO certification is becoming increasingly important in South Africa’s logistics sector. The... more
New Singapore base for Daphne Technology
Daphne Technology has launched a new subsidiary, Daphne Technology Singapore, to serve as the central hub for its maritime operations in Asia-Pacific. The aim is to accelerate the adoption of sustainable maritime practices, focusing on reducing methane slip and other emissions.... more
CMA CGM Air Cargo’s first transpac freight service
With its third B777-200F, taken over on 18 August and operated by Atlas Air, CMA CGM Air Cargo has inaugurated a new transpacific route. This milestone represents a significant step in the company's global expansion strategy and aligns with the ambition of the CMA CGM Group to... more
LTG Cargo to make operations more sustainable
The Lithuanian freight carrier has developed a fuel saving plan and is acquiring electric locomotives. The fuel plan will reduce diesel fuel consumption by 6 t a week, enough to fill the fuel tanks of about 120 cars. The new electrically powered locomotives will save about... more
Four Parx's Frankfurt focus
Four Parx is developing a new 10,214 sqm logistics site close to Frankfurt airport. Terminal 3 can be reached within around 9 minutes, while the other terminals and Cargo City Süd are also just a short distance away. There are road and rail connections to the cities of Frankfurt... more