Propulsion milestone for UAE cargo drone 
At the Paris Air Show 2025, Jetoptera announced the successful first engine to test (fett) for the FTC-250, a 250 kW turbocompressor that will power the J-500 unmanned VTOL cargo aircraft. Developed with Eanan Al Samma for the UAE market, the J-500 uses Jetoptera’s 'Fluidic... more
Hong Kong unveils ESG roadmap
The Transport and Logistics Bureau (TLB) of Hong Kong recently announced a three-year ESG roadmap for small and medium-sized logistics companies. Aimed at aligning the sector with international ESG standards, the plan will run from 2025 to 2027 and is part of the 2023 action... more
Atlas opens new cargo hub at MIA
Atlas Air Worldwide has opened its new Miami operations gateway at Miami international airport (MIA), relocating to a 23,200 sqm cargo facility – including a 11,500 sqm perishable cooler, the largest of its kind on any North American airport. The move gives Atlas full control... more
Konecranes wins e-handler order in Bangladesh
Portlink Logistics Centre in Chattogram has ordered two Konecranes E-ACE 6/7 ECC 10 DS electric container handlers, set for delivery by Q3/2025. The units offer zero tailpipe emissions, dynamic lifting, and operation times of 6–12 hours per charge. Each features a regenerative... more
Renault Trucks reshapes leadership in Germany
As of 1 June 2025, Christoph Walter (pictured) has taken over as director of new trucks sales at Renault Trucks Germany. He brings long-standing expertise in sales, strategy, and transformation, including more than a decade at ADAC Truckservice. His appointment follows the... more
“Curiosity of the Day” 
Swiss researchers have found that people are 14% more likely to die on their birthday than on other days. more
Honda launches 'Fastport'
Honda has launched 'Fastport', a new business-to-business venture focused on micromobility solutions for last-mile delivery. Debuting at 'Eurobike' in Frankfurt from 25–29 June, Fastport will showcase its first product: the all-electric 'Fastport eQuad'. Designed for urban... more
Tata launches low-cost mini truck
Tata Motors has launched the 'Tata Ace Pro', "India’s most affordable four-wheel mini truck", starting at INR 399'000. Available in petrol, bi-fuel (CNG + petrol), and electric variants, the 'Ace Pro' aims to support diverse business needs and offers a 750 kg payload... more
Navigating shipping's emissions overhaul
Britannia P&I Club and law firm HFW have launched a new article series to help shipowners and charterers navigate complex emissions rules. The materials cover key regulations such as CII, EEXI, EU ETS and FuelEU. With shipping facing fast-evolving environmental... more
One of the largest ships under the German flag
Exactly one month ago, on 23 May, at the port of Rotterdam, Hapag-Lloyd officially named its new flagship, the "Rotterdam Express". At nearly 400 m long and with capacity for 23,600 teu, it ranks amongst the largest and most advanced vessels under the German flag.... more