"Game over" for another Icelandic carrier 
Without warning, Icelandic low-cost carrier Play has ceased operations and filed for bankruptcy protection after failing to secure fresh funding. While much attention centred on its low-cost passenger model, the airline had also pursued a growing role in airfreight. GSSA giant... more
Geneva Airport names new CEO
Geneva Airport’s board has appointed Jean-François de Saussure as its next chief executive officer, effective 1 November 2025. A seasoned leader with a background at SGS, SICPA and Caran d’Ache, where he served as CEO from 2012 to 2021, de Saussure combines extensive management... more
AI logistics planning by Arqh
Arqh has closed a $3.8 million pre-seed round led by Founderful with Merantix Capital, aiming to transform logistics planning with its decision intelligence engine. According to Arqh current supply chains often rely on spreadsheets, calls and rigid systems, causing delays and... more
Davies Turner restructures in Türkiye
Davies Turner has restructured its logistics operations in Türkiye through two new partnerships. Daily two-way trailer services between Türkiye and the UK will now be handled by Talay logistics, while Gebrüder Weiss' Türkiye branch will take over point-of-origin warehousing,... more
Nova Marine expands reach
Nova marine carriers has entered the Oceania market through a joint venture with New Zealand’s McCallum bros. The partnership will provide transport between New Zealand and the Chatham Islands, replacing the ageing Southern Tiare according to the company. The 50/50 venture was... more
Kalitta Air to operate two "new" converted freighters soon
AerCap Cargo has delivered the first two Boeing 777-300ERSF passenger-to-freighter converted aircraft to Kalitta Air, including the prototype certification unit. The aircraft arrived at Kalitta’s facility in Oscoda, Michigan on 12 and 13 September and are set to enter commercial... more
Quadrise appoints Peter Borup as CEO
Quadrise PLC, a UK-based developer of low-emissions fuels and biofuels, has appointed Peter Borup as CEO effective today, 1 October 2025. With over 30 years’ experience in global shipping, including senior roles at Maersk, D/S Norden, Lauritzen Bulkers and Norvic, Borup brings... more
Southgate updates eco framework
Southgate global has updated its 'Eco Product Framework' to support logistics and fulfilment customers in cutting waste and conserving resources. Based on five principles – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Replace and Repair – the framework evaluates existing and new products against... more
Ghma calls for urgent action
The Global hydrogen mobility alliance (Ghma) has published its 'market activation strategy', urging Europe to act quickly to prevent falling behind global competitors in hydrogen mobility. The coalition of transport, energy and industry representatives warns that current... more
Ethanol option for shipping
Swiss marine engine developer WinGD will introduce the first ethanol-fuelled two-stroke engine in 2026, with launch of newbuilds and retrofits scheduled from 2027. The design is based on the X-DF-M methanol engine. Adjustments include a revised control system and injector nozzle... more