East Midlands cargo volumes soar with China links 
Britain's East Midlands airport has seen cargo volumes surge by 20% in July, with more than 103,000 t handled between May and July, up by 17.4% year-on-year. The growth contrasts with flat national belly-hold volumes and is fuelled by four new China-UK freighter operators,... more
Arvato expanding in Frankfurt
Arvato has expanded its German network with a new 10,000 sqm high-tech logistics facility in Frankfurt. According to the company the site strengthens its position in one of Europe’s most dynamic data infrastructure regions and supports hyperscalers, high-tech industries and... more
USA blocks postal goods from Europe
European postal operators are suspending goods shipments to the United States after Washington abolished the de minimis rule, which had allowed imports below USD 800 duty-free. From late August, all items must be cleared and carriers are held liable for compliance.... more
JetZero eyes cargo potential with LH₂-ready Z4
JetZero, a Californian start-up developing the all-wing Z4 aircraft, has partnered with France’s SHZ Advanced Technologies to adapt liquid hydrogen (LH₂) storage and distribution systems for a potential future variant. The Z4, designed to cut fuel burn and emissions by up to... more
Spar invests in Hungarian logistics
Spar Hungary has invested EUR 6.8 million to expand its logistics network, aiming to improve store supply efficiency and working conditions for staff. In Üllő, the retailer completed a EUR 1.76 million project adding a 410 sqm transport facility with offices, and driver... more
Girteka financing boosts fleet growth
The Girteka Group has secured EUR 173 million in financing from its long-term partner OP Corporate Bank to support fleet and business expansion. The funds, allocated to the Girteka Group and shareholder Willgrow, will help acquire up to 4,000 trucks and trailers annually in... more
CMA CGM upgrades service
CMA CGM will upgrade its 'Nefwi' service, which links North Europe with the French West Indies and the Caribbean, starting January 2026. The carrier will increase the service from 6 to 7 vessels, adding higher reefer capacity and new calls at Puerto Antioquia and Rotterdam.... more
Air cargo charters help US shippers navigate tariff...
The ongoing US tariff dispute is fuelling volatility for supply chain managers. With deadlines shifting and higher US-China tariffs postponed until November, many firms are turning to air charters to move goods before levies apply. Jack Burt, SVP cargo at Chapman Freeborn... more
E-commerce drives new agenda for air cargo
The International Air Cargo Association (Tiaca) has issued its first white paper dedicated to e-commerce, which already accounts for about 20% of global air cargo volumes and could double within a decade. Produced by the organisation's multi-sector task force, the 16-chapter... more
Garbe leases to Dieseo
Garbe Industrial has leased around 11,600 sqm of logistics space in Lensahn (Ostholstein district, Germany) to Kiel-based start-up Dieseo. The e-commerce firm, known for its shoe brand 'Pammys' with more than 700,000 customers, will use the site for storage and shipping of... more