Partnering with Mitsubishi 
Mitsubishi Electric Europe’s German branch has launched a collaboration with the Dutch provider Broekman Logistics. Starting as a mere overflow location in early 2022, Broekman Logistics is now considered a long-term strategic partner. The company's location in Venlo will... more
New VP airfreight for Bolloré Logistics Americas
Bolloré Logistics has appointed Nicolas Saignat as vice president airfreight, Americas. In this newly created position, Saignat will be in charge of the development of new airfreight products, competitive sourcing and the digitalisation of the company’s transport solutions.... more
Aircraft lessor invests in cargo drone fleet
Libra Group subsidiary LCI has signed an agreement with Elroy Air, a USA-based developer of advanced autonomous cargo aircraft systems, to acquire 20 aircraft with an option for a total of up to 40 units of the company’s "Chaparral" vertical take-off and landing... more
Hapag-Lloyd closing the case
What started off well in September 2022 has now come to a close. The antitrust authorities have given their green light with regards to Hapag-Lloyd’s acquisition of a minority stake in the Spinelli Group based in Genova. The carrier has acquired 49% of the shares in the... more
From Singapore with love
Floristique Singapore has kicked off the new year with a change in its sustainability policy. The florist has opted for the transition away from diesel-powered vehicles — known for their high carbon emissions — towards electrically powered units. With a debut fleet of seven... more
"Curiosity of the Day" 
In Japanese, the word “age otori” means “to look worse after a haircut than before”. more
Marcel Theis to head SBB Cargo Deutschland
Marcel Theis, chief operating officer at SBB Cargo International, has been appointed managing director of SBB Cargo Deutschland. Götz Jesberg, who has held this position in SBB Cargo International’s German subsidiary since 2016, has decided to pursue new professional challenges... more
Extra cargo flights: a boost for Kiwi delicacies
China Airlines has scheduled eight dedicated B777F freight aircraft between Taipei and Christchurch for January 2023 to take famous South Island delicacies into Asian markets. The services will transport 800,000 kg of high value exports, including live lobsters, live... more
VGT launches rail logistics brand in Lithuania
VTG Rail Logistics has stepped up its presence in the Baltics. With effect from 1 January 2023, VTG Project Logistics has shifted its focus and is now offering a complete portfolio of VTG solutions under the new brand VTG Rail Logistics Baltics, which will be headed by its... more
Transnatur fills void in Central Portugal
The Spanish logistics services provider Transnatur has opened a new office in Figueira da Foz, right in the centre of Portugal, which became fully operational on 1 January 2023. Central Portugal has been covered historically from Porto and Lisbon, the two main and most... more