Wine connects Europe and Asia 
Dachser has expanded its wine and spirits logistics services in the Asia-Pacific region. The move builds on more than 20 years of expertise in the sector and aims to leverage the provider’s global multimodal network. Dachser air and sea logistics Apac now offers integrated... more
British-Ethiopian chamber launched
The British Ethiopian chamber of commerce (BECC) was officially launched recently at the Ethiopian Embassy in London. Speaking at the event, Steve Parker (pictured), director general of the British International Freight Association (Bifa), underlined the joint role of the... more
U-Freight marks Shenzhen milestone
The U-Freight Group has marked the 25th anniversary of its Shenzhen office, one of the company’s first sites in mainland China. Since its opening in 2000, the office has developed from a small start-up into a regional gateway handling air, ocean and overland freight, as well as... more
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