A Japanes first in Zeebrugge 
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) advises that it has started using bio-LNG for its LNG-fuelled car carrier "Celeste Ace", marking a milestone in its decarbonisation efforts. On 16 March, the vessel was supplied with 500 t of bio-LNG from Titan Supply$ at the port of Zeebrugge... more
Expanding AJW Group's Apac presence
AJW Group, a provider of aviation component solutions, has appointed Donal Boylan as president – Asia Pacific. With over 35 years in aerospace and defence, Boylan has held senior roles, including board vice chairman at Vietjet Air and CEO at Bohai Leasing. He also co-founded RBS... more
PIL names fourth 14,000 teu LNG dual-fuel vessel
Singapore-headquartered Pacific International Lines (PIL) has named its fourth 14,000 teu LNG dual-fuel container vessel, "Kota Embun", at a ceremony in Shanghai. The vessel is the first in PIL’s fleet to feature a bow windshield, designed to improve aerodynamics and... more
Tailwinds for tankers et al 
Wind power ahoy! Bound4Blue has installed one of its e-sails on a tanker from Eastern Pacific Shipping for the first time. According to the manufacturer “the simplicity of the e-sail” represents an advantage for the specific challenges faced by this type of vessel. more
PTP optimises terminal truck operations
The port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), Malaysia’s largest transhipment hub, has set new productivity records, following the implementation of the ‘Terminal Truck Optimization’ system (TTO) from Kaleris. The system has improved truck scheduling, reducing cycle times by 13% and... more
Come and meet us at ‘transport logistic’ in Munich!
Our industry worldwide has one clear goal – the ‘transport logistic’ trade fair in Munich, which is taking place from 2 to 5 June this year. The International Transport Journal ITJ, which has been a part of the Logismedia Group since November 2024, will once again be present... more
Grimaldi Group completes GG5G fleet
The Grimaldi Group has taken delivery of the ‘Eco Napoli’, the final vessel in its 14-ship Grimaldi Green 5th Generation (GG5G) fleet. Built by the Jinling Shipyard in China, the hybrid ro-ro ship is among the most eco-friendly in shortsea shipping. With a capacity for 7,800... more
Singapore G expands cold storage
Singapore G has reported that it has opened the largest cold storage facility in central Singapore, calling it the ‘MustardSeed@SG Cold Store’. The site, fully certified by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA), includes 16 cold storage rooms, offering frozen storage at –18°C for... more
LX Pantos acquires Georgia hub
LX Pantos has reported it has acquired a logistics centre in Dalton G (USA), as a part of its expansion strategy for the USA. The 305,000 m² site will strengthen its supply chain capabilities, particularly for Korean manufacturers operating in the region. The acquisition,... more
Developing Vietnam's air cargo potential together
Sats and Vietnam Airlines (VNA) have signed an mou to build and operate an air cargo terminal at Long Thanh International Airport (LTIA), Vietnam’s upcoming major aviation hub. The partnership also includes strategic initiatives to enhance ground and cargo handling services... more