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The relaxing of sanctions against Iran is having an effect in many fields. The end of May saw the maiden voyage of a new liner service between the Islamic republic and the port of Sohar (Oman). A latent dispute concerning a maritime border between the two countries has also been... more
Transit traffic from Uzbekistan
The shipping and transport company Deltabar, which is a member of the World Freight Partnership Network (WFP), was founded in 1989. The ITJ spoke to managing director Ali Shokrollahi recently about the firm’s current situation and its future plans. more
Busan still building
Intra-Asian container traffic is booming, and experts believe that the trend will not culminate for a long time yet. Reason enough for South Korea’s Busan New Port to continue to expand its facilities. Besides its role as northeastern Asia’s most important transhipment hub the... more
Contship Italia celebrates – Grand new hub opening in Melzo
The Contship Italia Group is delighted about the enlargement of its rail cargo centre in Melzo, which is located close to Milan. More than 300 guests, including businessmen and politicians, attended the opening ceremony. more
The greener the better
Climate change has an impact on us all – but six of the world’s most affected countries are in Asia. At the same time, the transport of goods by truck is responsible for more than half of the carbon dioxide road vehicles emit in those countries. In view of these facts the... more
Africa the China of tomorrow?
China’s interest in Africa has grown massively in recent years – and continues unbridled. Trade is expected to reach the USD 400 billion mark by 2020. In addition to large infrastructure projects, Africa is also the focus of a shift in Chinese manufacturing. more
Markets with great potential – Systematic North African...
One of the strengths of the German line Bremer Reederei E & B are its services to ports in Libya and Algeria. Managing director Arne Ehlers explains why such markets simultaneously offer challenges and opportunities. more
Tanger Med a plus point for Morocco
Morocco leapt up the worldwide logistics network rankings recently. The improvement can be attributed largely to the huge Tanger Med transit port. more
Winners on the Pacific coast
The sanctions imposed on Russia are having a varied impact. Whilst the ports on the country’s Pacific rim and railfreight enterprises operating in the region are benefiting from increasing container throughput, the flow of goods to and from St Petersburg in particular has seen... more
«The Ukrainian railway has potential»
Railroads have traditionally been accorded great importance as a mode of transportation in Eastern Europe – and the Ukraine is no exception. Since 2014 Alexander Kawa has been deputy minister of infrastructure in charge of the railways and urban transportation. ITJ correspondent... more