Arkas Line doubles US service with second vessel 
Arkas Line has doubled its capacity on the USA Express Service (USX) by deploying a second vessel, the 2,824 teu "Emma A", alongside the "Sine A". The USX offers weekly sailings between Türkiye and the US East Coast, calling Mersin, Istanbul, Izmit,... more
An inventory solution from FourKites and Chorus
FourKites and Chorus have launched a strategic alliance to bridge the gap between physical and digital supply chains. Their new AI-powered modules, 'Precision Inventory Twin' and 'Dynamic Inventory Orchestration', aim to reduce waste, optimise stock, and improve capital use.... more
AD Ports to build logistics hub at East Port Said
The AD Ports Group and Egypt’s SC Zone have signed a 50-year agreement to develop the Kezad East Port Said Industrial and Logistics Zone. The 20 km² site near the Suez Canal will serve as a regional trade hub connecting Asia, Europe and Africa. Phase 1 will cover 2.8 km²,... more
Drydocks World to overhaul West African FPSO
Drydocks World has been awarded the contract to refurbish and extend the life of FPSO Baobab Ivoirien by 15 years. The eight-month project, starting this month, includes 1,000 t of steel renewal, 250,000 m² of tank coating and 11,500 m of new piping. Once completed, the... more
Henan Aviation to launch another dual air cargo hub
11 years after building up a dual air cargo hub together with Cargolux, China Henan Aviation Group has signed an MoU with Saudia Cargo to establish a strategic air cargo corridor linking Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Europe and Africa. The agreement designates Zhengzhou and... more
Supernova forges new GSA partnerships
Supernova Airlines, a subsidiary of Ukrainian Nova Poshta Group, is strengthening its international footprint. The airline has appointed Alfa Airlines Services as its exclusive General Sales Agent (GSA) for all EU member states, and A.D. Aviation for the Israeli market. Alfa... more
Sibuet appointed Acting CEO of Aramex
Aramex announced that Group CEO Othman Al-Jeda has resigned for personal reasons, effective 24 April 2025. Al-Jeda departs after 31 years at the company, during which he played a key role in Aramex’s growth into a global logistics leader. The Board has appointed Nicolas Sibuet... more
Emirates adding Narita to freighter network
One month from today, on 24 May 2025, Emirates SkyCargo will take off with a dedicated weekly freighter service from Dubai World Central Airport (DWC) to Narita International Airport (NRT), marking the first direct and scheduled cargo link between the airport in Tokyo and the... more
Cargo JV in Europe, Middle East, Southeast Asia
IAG Cargo, Maskargo and Qatar Airways Cargo have announced plans to form a global joint freight business. Subject to regulatory approval, the partnership will enhance connectivity, offer new routes and streamline services for customers worldwide. The joint network will... more
Going electric with zero-emission vessels
Noatum Maritime, part of AD Ports Group, has taken a major step towards sustainable port operations by introducing two fully electric tugboats in Abu Dhabi and the GCC’s first all-electric pilot boat. The ‘Artemis EF-12 Pilot’ features hydrofoiling eFoiler technology, cutting... more