SC Ports: 30 new ambassadors 
South Carolina Ports has congratulated 30 delegates for completing the 2022-2023 Port Ambassador Programme, which allows participants to gain a deep understanding of the connection between South Carolina Ports and South Carolina's thriving business community. The... more
ACFS Port Logistics opens warehouse in Perth
The 15,000 sqm facility will be located in Hazelmere, Western Australia, and will service 3rd party logistics (3PL), freight of all kinds (FAK) and e-commerce. It will be a multi-site warehouse with 4 x recessed docks, racking capacity to store 20,484 pallets at 1.4 m, live... more
Fedex operates its first EVs in South Africa
The ten newly launched electric vehicles (EV) will support the express deliveries provider to achieve its goal to transform its entire global pickup and delivery fleet to zero-emission electric vehicles by 2040. Fedex Express plans to purchase 50% of its new vehicles as electric... more
First Hapag-Lloyd vessel in Wilhelmshaven
On 13 June 2023, the almost 20,000 teu "Al Zubara" made the first-ever call of a Hapag-Lloyd-owned vessel in the FE2 service at the Container Terminal Wilhelmshaven (CTW). It is part of the regular rotation of the "FE2" service in the sailing schedule of the... more
¡Hola!, Felipe Ángeles
Starting in less than three weeks, on 7 July 2023, Lufthansa Cargo will operate all of its six B777F flights that previously served Mexico City International Airport (MEX) to Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU), about 45 km northeast of Mexico City. The German cargo... more
"Curiosity of the Day" 
In Greek mythology, Castor and Pollux were twins but had two different fathers. more
Westjet Cargo launches Bike Air
Westjet Cargo is introducing Bike Air, a new service providing safe and seamless air transportation for motorcycles to and from Canada. The offer includes specialised transportation options and tailored logistics solutions. The service, which started operating two months... more
Fifth MSC service in Halifax
Port of Halifax welcomed the 300 m long vessel "MSC Elma" for the first time on 11 June 2023. With the 9,408 teu vessel, the port – which describes itself as "Canada’s Ultra Atlantic Gateway" - now counts five MSC services. The "Ecuador to NWC... more
Logix Initiative strengthens board
The Logistics Real Estate Initiative (Logix) has appointed Andreas Brockhaus, managing director of List Bau Holding (List Bau) to its board member. Brockhaus brings experience and expertise in all issues involving the construction and technology of commercial real estate.... more
DX to invest in new freight parcel depot
The delivery company plans a new facility in the East Midlands, UK. The GBP 12 million (EUR 14.03 million) hub will include a new depot serving the local area. Detailed planning permission has been secured and the acquisition of the site is expected to complete within the... more