Link fortifies Europe–Brazil cargo flows 
The Latam Cargo Group is launching a direct cargo service between Brussels and São José dos Campos (SJK, Brazil) on 2 October, initially operated on a weekly basis, which will increase to twice a week in the winter season, reducing transit times and costs for European... more
Volvo passes lorry milestone
Volvo Trucks has announced that more than 1 million connected trucks now operate worldwide, all able to access the company’s digital services. "Using connected services, we can support our customers and drivers in many ways – optimising uptime, lowering energy use and... more
Eimskip renews 'Blue Line'
Eimskip has signed contracts for two 2,280 teu container vessels through its German affiliate Elbfeeder under a ten-year time-charter. The ships, due for delivery in the second half of 2028, will serve the company’s 'Blue Line' between Reykjavík, Rotterdam and Teesport. With... more
New IAPH / WCO guidelines
The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) and the World Customs organization (WCO) have released revised guidelines on cooperation between customs and port authorities. First launched in 2023, the new edition adds input from the World Shipping Council and... more
Trade Tech boosts local support for new rules
Trade Tech has expanded its international presence with new appointments in the United Kingdom, Spain, Canada and the United Arab Emirates. The move strengthens the logistics platform’s ability to support forwarders, carriers and shippers with both technology and local... more
Delta unveils rail unloader car
Delta Railroad Services has unveiled its first 'rail unloader car (RUC)', a machine designed to improve the speed and safety of handling continuous welded rail strings. Traditionally unloaded manually, the process was both slow and risky. The new RUC automates distribution... more
Partnership promotes trucking careers for women
The Women in Trucking association (Wit) has announced that FedEx Freight has renewed its 'Gold Partnership', continuing a collaboration that highlights career paths for women in transport, recognises their achievements and addresses industry barriers. FedEx Freight has supported... more
DHL expands US healthcare services
DHL Supply Chain has acquired a provider of final-mile delivery and specialised healthcare transportation, SDS Rx, to strengthen its life sciences and healthcare portfolio, as the company recently reported. The move expands DHL’s health logistics with services for pharmacies.... more
Self-driving trucks tested in Texas
International Motors has launched fleet trials of its second-generation autonomous trucks, in partnership with PlusAI. As the company reported, the pilot project involves selected operators running 'International LT Series' tractors equipped with the 'S13 integrated... more
AI partnership for shipping
Oceanly has partnered with Nagarro to deliver AI-driven fleet performance and digital solutions for the maritime sector. According to Oceanly the collaboration combines the company’s operational data platform with Nagarro’s expertise in AI, ERP integration and large-scale... more