Korean Air receives EU clearance for takeover
The European Commission (EC) has concluded its review after confirming that Korean Air has fulfilled all the conditions required for the merger with Asiana Airlines. In February 2024, the EC granted conditional approval subject to two key requirements: ensuring stable... more
A JV for groupage services in Switzerland
Raben and Sieber are joining forces in Switzerland to create the JV Raben Sieber. From 1 March 2025, the new company will offer a comprehensive groupage network in Switzerland and Europe. Both hauliers, as co-shareholders, will actively shape the strategic directions of the... more
Qatar Airways Cargo and Cainiao boost partnership
The e-commerce air cargo sector is projected to grow rapidly in the coming years, according to analysts. Qatar Airways Cargo and Cainiao, the logistics arm of the tech giant Alibaba, plan to strengthen their collaboration, which began in 2021. Their aim is to support the growth... more
Flexport picks senior VP for Asia Pacific
Supply chain technology specialist Flexport has appointed Daniel Sanvicente as senior vice president, head of Asia-Pacific. Sanvicente has more than 25 years of leadership experience and deep expertise in the region. His track record in the global logistics industry helped drive... more
Two weekly trains to replace 4,000 trucks annually
Following a successful trial with a test train, Dettmer Rail Group has now implemented a regular intermodal service. With immediate effect, two trains per week will run with GATX intermodal wagons in Germany between Nuremberg and Black-Forest-Terminal Horb. The new service... more
Biomethane fuels emission reduction programme
United European Car Carriers (UECC) and Titan Clean Fuels have strengthened their commitment to sustainability with a landmark agreement to supply UECC’s multi-fuel vessels with biomethane (LBM/bio-LNG) through 2024 and most of 2025, marking the largest ongoing LBM commitment in... more
Down by the docks
Panattoni has opened 13,000 sqm of commercial spaces at City Dock Hamburg Norderstedt, with two new tenants having joined in October and November. Fit for SMEs and start-ups or branch offices, the hub is located within Hamburg, giving tenants access to key docks, the city’s... more
New cargo conversion opportunity in Canada
Täby Air Maintenance (TAM) has received approval for its Saab 340 cargo conversion STC from Transport Canada, following a previous authorisation by both Easa and FAA. Close to 40 Saab 340 airplanes, including both Saab 340A and Saab 340B have been converted into full freighters... more
"Curiosity of the Day"
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A promotion within the Briese Group
Guenther Siemens, who has been working for BBC Chartering in varying positions for more than 25 years, will take over as managing director of Briese Chartering as from 1 January 2025. He succeeds Ilona Lazareva, who is leaving the position at her own request but will remain with... more