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
First SkyCourier version for Africa
Textron Aviation will deliver the first aero-medical Cessna SkyCourier in Africa to Tassili Travail Aérien (TTA), a subsidiary of Sonatrach. The Algerian operator, based in Algiers and Hassi Messaoud, has ordered two SkyCouriers, including one equipped with the 'Lifeport Plus... more
E-truck efficiency through smart routing
A new study by Fraunhofer ISI and the Swedish tech firm Einride shows that digitalised fleet planning increases the cost-efficiency and viability of electric trucks. Based on 38,000 deliveries and 200 diesel trucks operated by German retailer Rewe, the research compared... more
Amazon boosts Indian logistics network
Amazon is investing over USD 233 million in 2025 to expand and upgrade its logistics infrastructure in India. The funds aim to improve fulfilment speed or processing capacity, sorting and delivery. The company also wants to enhance employee well-being through programmes like... more
ACS strengthens time-critical leadership
Air Charter Service (ACS) has announced a strategic management restructuring of its time-critical shipments division, following significant growth in its on-board courier (OBC) and next-flight-out (NFO) services. Robert Alleman (on the left) has been appointed group CEO of... more
MNG expanding freighter fleet
Turkey’s MNG Airlines has signed an mou for two Airbus A350Fs, making the advanced freighter the backbone of its future long-haul cargo fleet. The 111 t capacity aircraft, with 8,700 km range and up to 40% lower emissions, will serve MNG’s global network, spanning Europe, the... more
South Carolina Ports investing in resilience
South Carolina Ports is reinforcing its reputation for reliability with fast operations and new infrastructure. Charleston offers 24/7 vessel access thanks to the deepest port on the US East Coast. Trucks average 35-minute turnaround times and two inland rail hubs ensure access... more
Leadership transition in Prince Rupert Port
The Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) has appointed Katherine Bamford as its vice-president of business development, effective 16 June. Bamford brings over 25 years of experience in trade development, stakeholder relations and international market expansion with her,... more
Lineage opens bonded warehouse in Seattle
Lineage has opened its first customs-bonded cold-storage warehouse in Washington state. The company’s Seattle Garfield site, located on pier 90 in the port of Seattle, is now certified as a class 3 public bonded facility. It enables temperature-controlled storage of imported... more
Railfreight debut for EWR
DB Cargo UK and Maritime Transport have launched the first commercial train on the newly reopened Oxford–Bletchley section of East West Rail. The service links DP World Southampton with the new Segro Logistics Park terminal in Northampton, offering five weekday connections... more