Sany and Pony.ai gear up for autonomous truck launch 
SANY Group announced the fourth-generation autonomous heavy-duty truck, co-developed with Pony.ai, is nearing mass-production readiness, aiming for commercial operations in 2026. This advancement positions China as a leader in autonomous freight, promoting a low-carbon... more
Tigresses flown to Moscow one month ago
On 9 November 2025, Aeroflot transported two Amur tigresses on flight SU1713 from Khabarovsk to Moscow. Requested by the Amur Tiger Centre, the move brought an adult female and a younger tigress of about 18–20 months to the Moscow Zoo, where both now support its conservation... more
HD Hyundai collaborates with Tamil Nadu
HD Hyundai has signed a strategic agreement with the Tamil Nadu state government to establish a new shipyard in India, aimed at enhancing the country's shipbuilding capabilities. The partnership, formalised in Madurai, will leverage Tamil Nadu's optimal climate conditions and... more
FedEx expands India's export capability
On 3 December 2025 FedEx inaugurated a 6,000 sqm integrated air hub at AI-SATS logistics park, Kempegowda international airport, Bengaluru, enhancing logistics for health care, maintenance and manufacturing sectors. This strategic expansion aligns with the airport's plans to... more
Gelodis launches Asean's green trucking pilot
Geodis, a leading global transport and logistics provider, has initiated southeast Asia's first cross-border trucking pilot powered by Neste MY Renewable Diesel, marking a significant step towards decarbonising the region's road transport. This pilot involves a dedicated Euro-5... more
Bulker newbuilding contracts at five-year low
Between January and November 2025, bulker newbuilding contracts fell by 54% year-on-year to 25 m dwt, the lowest level since 2020. This drop has resulted in a 4% reduction in the dry bulk orderbook, now representing 11% of the total dry bulk fleet. Filipe Gouveia, shipping... more
DNV awards AiP for ammonia-powered mega-boxship
DNV has awarded an approval in principle (AiP) to a consortium of MSC, Zhoushan Changhong International, and CIMC ORIC for their innovative 21,700 teu ammonia-dual fuelled ultra-large container ship design. This AiP signifies a major step towards zero-carbon mainline container... more
Eva Air secures prestigious certifications
Eva Air, along with Evergreen Air Cargo Services (Egac) and Evergreen Airline Services (Egas), has attained dual Iata Ceiv certifications for fresh and live animals, complementing their Ceiv lithium batteries accreditation. This achievement places them among the few global... more
Mol establishes award
Mitsui Lines (Mol) and Mol Plus have introduced a new Mol award for the 2025 business plan contest at Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology (Tumsat), set for 20 December 2025. This initiative aims to encourage students to develop innovative business ideas within... more
Wong Hong appointed AAPA director general
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) has appointed Wong Hong as its new director general, effective 1 April 2026, succeeding Subhas Menon, who has led the association since 2020. Wong brings over 22 years of international aviation experience, including senior roles in... more
