Bifa launches advisory group for Heathrow cargo overhaul 
The British International Freight Association (Bifa) has launched a new cargo community advisory body to support Heathrow airport’s ambitious redevelopment of its cargo village and associated freight management systems. The group will serve as a key link between forwarders,... more
Kombiverkehr tracks CO₂
Kombiverkehr KG and Hamburg-based software provider shipzero are now collaborating to track and report rail transport emissions. The partnership responds to growing demand from freight forwarders for accurate emissions data. The collaboration also aims to promote the... more
‘Inn-ovativ’ launches ‘Spedifort’
The logistics IT support firm ‘Inn-ovativ’ has launched a new professional platform for the transport and logistics industry. The ‘Spedifort Community’ offers a digital space for professionals to exchange expertise, collaborate on problem-solving and access webinars led by... more
Drydocks World to overhaul West African FPSO
Drydocks World has been awarded the contract to refurbish and extend the life of FPSO Baobab Ivoirien by 15 years. The eight-month project, starting this month, includes 1,000 t of steel renewal, 250,000 m² of tank coating and 11,500 m of new piping. Once completed, the... more
Sebastian Wolf to become CFO of TGW Logistics
As of today, 5 May 2025, Sebastian Wolf takes over as Chief Financial Officer of TGW Logistics. Wolf, who most recently served as CEO of Austrian fire service equipment supplier Rosenbauer, brings deep financial and strategic experience to the intralogistics specialist. His... more
CMA CGM Air Cargo takes over Air Belgium's capacities
CMA CGM has completed the acquisition of Air Belgium’s cargo operations, integrating its aircraft into the CMA CGM Air Cargo fleet and preserving 124 jobs, including 72 pilots. The iconic Air Belgium brand will be retained and continue operating under the CMA CGM umbrella from... more
HHPI expands EuroDual fleet
Heavy Haul Power International GmbH (HHPI) is expanding its locomotive fleet with the leasing of a ninth EuroDual from European Loc Pool (ELP). The dual-mode locomotive combines up to 6.2 MW electric and 2.8 MW diesel power, enabling tractive effort and flexibility on both... more
Renewable supply for warehouses
CTP, owner and developer of logistics and industrial real estate, has entered an energy partnership with node.energy to drive forward sustainable power solutions in the logistics sector. CTP aims to supply 90% of its properties with renewable energy by 2030, primarily through... more
TGP names Michael Andrews as its business development...
Trans Global Projects (TGP) has appointed Michael Andrews as its new business development director, effective from tomorrow, 1 May. He’ll be based at the company’s recently-opened UK head office in Sevenoaks, which will also feature in the Breakbulk / Heavylift Special... more
AI no match yet for marine engineers, warns CMT
Condition Monitoring Technologies (CMT) has issued a strong reminder that artificial intelligence should not be used in isolation for marine engine diagnostics. While AI can process vast amounts of data, it lacks the sensory and intuitive capabilities of human engineers, says... more