US freight crime hotspots 
Cargo theft in the USA is expected to surge over the Labor Day weekend, according to Verisk CargoNet. Analysis of 214 reported thefts from the Thursday before to the Wednesday after Labor Day between 2020 and 2024 shows a escalation, with Friday the highest-risk day. In 2024... more
KLN supports food logistics
KLN Logistics (KLN) has been appointed as the fourth-party logistics partner for Golden Resources Foods (GRF), a subsidiary of Golden Resources Group. Under the agreement KLN will manage GRF’s supply chain in Hong Kong and Macau, covering warehousing, distribution and... more
DSV finalises Schenker merger
DSV has reported it has completed the integration of DB Schenker in Switzerland, effective 1 September 2025. Following the global acquisition, the two companies will now operate under the DSV name and brand in the country. The new structure includes two legal entities: DSV Air... more
Toll expanding at Dubai South
Dubai South and the Toll Group have broken ground on a 25,000 sqm distribution centre in Dubai South's logistics district. The new facility will include warehouse space, mezzanine and offices, with capacity for 30,644 pallets and four customisable cargo chambers. It will also... more
Roses fly faster, prices fall
JD Flowers, the floral arm of JD.com, expanded its direct sourcing of Ecuadorian roses in the run-up to the Qixi festival, also known as ‘Chinese Valentine’s Day’, which this year is taking place today, 29 August. By stationing buyers in Ecuador's key growing regions and... more
Tackling bottlenecks
Warehouse bottlenecks are becoming a growing challenge for e-commerce businesses facing rising demand and longer peak seasons. Research commissioned by Southgate Global shows that 57% of organisations encounter bottlenecks in warehouse operations. Equipment-related issues that... more
DHL backs Saudi logistics
'DHL eCommerce' has finalised its acquisition of a minority stake in Ajex Logistics Services, a GCC supply chain and transport company owned by the Ajlan & Bros Holding Group. The move strengthens DHL’s position in Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing parcel market and supports... more
GoBolt joins Shopify network
GoBolt, a technology-driven 3PL provider, has joined the 'Shopify Fulfillment Network' (SFN), giving merchants access to scalable, end-to-end logistics solutions in North America. The partnership expands GoBolt’s existing Shopify integration, enabling brands to connect in... more
Arvato expanding in Frankfurt
Arvato has expanded its German network with a new 10,000 sqm high-tech logistics facility in Frankfurt. According to the company the site strengthens its position in one of Europe’s most dynamic data infrastructure regions and supports hyperscalers, high-tech industries and... more
USA blocks postal goods from Europe
European postal operators are suspending goods shipments to the United States after Washington abolished the de minimis rule, which had allowed imports below USD 800 duty-free. From late August, all items must be cleared and carriers are held liable for compliance.... more