Global logistics meets in Munich 
With over 2,700 exhibitors from 73 countries and more than 77,000 visitors, Transport Logistic 2025 in Munich broke records and confirmed its status as the world’s leading logistics trade fair, as it has reported. Key topics included AI, sustainability and digitalisation, while... more
Americold realigns executive to grow
Americold has announced key leadership changes to support its strategy of driving operational excellence and expanding its global reach. Rob Chambers, previously president for the Americas, has become president with global operational oversight. He joined Americold in 2012... more
Menzies takes over Oslo's Spirit Cargo Handling
Menzies Aviation has taken over Spirit Cargo Handling from SAS Ground Handling Norway, marking its entry into Norway’s air cargo market. The acquisition includes a Spirit warehouse at Oslo Gardermoen airport (OSL), all employee contracts and existing freighter... more
German campaign to promote inland ports
The German Association of Public Inland Ports (BÖB) launched its new image campaign '#HafenFan' (port fan) at the Transport Logistic 2025 fair in Munich. The initiative aims to consolidate local PR activities under a unified banner, strengthening public awareness of the... more
AI surveillance stops unauthorised access
LivEye has reported that its NSTR system offers surveillance for warehouses at risk of theft. The installation unit includes five high-resolution cameras in a 200° configuration, monitored 24/7 by a live control centre. Powered by electricity, the system combines zoom... more
New shine for heavy transport
Saf-Holland is now the exclusive distributor of forged aluminium wheels from Alexrims across Europe, adding components to its truck and trailer portfolio. Manufactured by Taiwan’s Alex Global Group, the ultra-lightweight wheels combine patented aluminium alloys with testing to... more
To drive Crowley's land transport strategy
Crowley has named Gunnar Moriarty as its vice-president of commercial operations for its land transportation division, where he will lead strategic growth in trucking and brokerage in North America. With around 20 years of experience in logistics, Moriarty, who holds a... more
New Purolator freighter from KF Aerospace
KF Aerospace has completed its first ATR 72-500F for Purolator’s BC Feeder Network. The aircraft, converted from passenger use and painted in Purolator livery at KF’s Kelowna facility, will replace older Convair CV580s. It marks the first of three ATRs to enhance efficiency... more
Ageing fleet means more incidents, DNV warns
DNV’s new report shows maritime casualty incidents surged by 42% from 2018 to 2024, while the global fleet grew by only 10%. The increase is linked mainly to ageing ships and machinery damage, with vessels over 25 years old involved in 41% of all incidents. Machinery failure... more
Managers upskilled in Dartford
Europa Worldwide has reported it has completed the latest phase of its inhouse management training programme, with 170 senior managers from 16 UK sites graduating so far. The bespoke twelve-month course aims to enhance leadership skills. Delivered through blended learning,... more