ONE signs Hamburg shore power deal in Munich 
Ocean Network Express (ONE) and the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) have signed an agreement to use shore power in Hamburg’s container terminals. The contract was concluded during the Transport Logistic trade fair in Munich. ONE will be the first carrier to use shore power at... more
Turnpoint supports Asian logistics firms in Europe
Turnpoint, a Parisian executive search firm that specialises in logistics, transport and supply chain recruitment, has launched a new China desk to support Chinese and Asian companies expanding in Europe. The new division will be led commercially by Jun Ma-Raynal (pictured),... more
Logistics for time-critical needs
Trans-o-flex has introduced a new business unit offering logistics services for urgent, critical or sensitive consignments. The ‘Special Services’ team handles time-sensitive operations such as direct courier runs or air charters. One example includes the door-to-hospital... more
SkyCargo solutions for engines 
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of the Dubai-based carrier, has established a new vertical, called ‘Aerospace and Engineering’, which combines the expertise, speed and efficiency that ‘Aircraft Engines’ and ‘Emirates AOG’ previously offered. One solution it offers is... more
Airfreight stable despite headwinds – Iata
At its AGM on 1 June in New Delhi (India), Iata forecast stable airfreight volumes for 2025, projecting 69 million t (+0.6% vs 2024). Cargo revenues are expected to decline by 4.7% to USD 142 billion, due to weaker GDP growth and lower yields (–5.2%). Trade tensions and... more
CMA CGM and Nike launch electric river barge in Vietnam
CMA CGM has unveiled Southeast Asia’s first 100% electric container barge in Vietnam, developed with Gemadept via a joint venture named Green River Transportation. The zero-emissions vessel will serve a 180 km route between Binh Duong and Cai Mep port near Ho Chi Minh City,... more
Saga Shipholding moving fleet to Bahamas flag
Saga Shipholding from Norway has begun transferring all 32 of its general cargo vessels to the Bahamas flag, marking a milestone for the Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA). The move includes 30 ships managed by Anglo-Eastern and two from NYK Singapore, with the final three... more
First bi-train for greener logistics in Argentina
TecPlata, International Container Terminal Services Inc’s business unit in Buenos Aires, has received its first bi-train truck, operated by Yusen Logistics, marking a milestone for Argentina’s port logistics. The bi-train, featuring two semi-trailers, can carry up to 70%... more
Turkish triple take-off
Turkish air traffic control and IST airport operator IGA have introduced the simultaneous operation of three independent runways. Three Turkish Airlines flights were dispatched on their way personally by the country’s transport minister. more
Durban taking off
The Dube Cargo Terminal at King Shaka International Airport in Durban (South Africa) has increased its throughput of late. Its modern infrastructure, strategic location and international partnerships make the facility and Durban a serious player in the global airfreight... more