Dubai to Africa – now also in Hong Kong 
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals (Hactl) has been appointed by SolitAir as ground handling partner for its new freighter services into Hong Kong. The Dubai-based carrier launched operations on 7 August with a 22-t capacity B737-800BCF linking Dubai, Dhaka (Bangladesh) and Hong... more
New tools from PackageX
PackageX has launched seven workflow solution pages to help businesses, campuses and enterprises streamline logistics from start to finish. The AI-powered platform aims to address challenges such as manual data entry, inefficient routing and delayed notifications by offering... more
Geodis lifts survey scores
Geodis has reported improved results in its 2025 global customer survey. Conducted by Ipsos between 24 April and 2 June, the survey was offered in 16 languages and sent to over 60,000 customers, achieving a record response rate of 15% with more than 9,000 replies. Overall... more
Volvo passes lorry milestone
Volvo Trucks has announced that more than 1 million connected trucks now operate worldwide, all able to access the company’s digital services. "Using connected services, we can support our customers and drivers in many ways – optimising uptime, lowering energy use and... more
New IAPH / WCO guidelines
The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) and the World Customs organization (WCO) have released revised guidelines on cooperation between customs and port authorities. First launched in 2023, the new edition adds input from the World Shipping Council and... more
AI partnership for shipping
Oceanly has partnered with Nagarro to deliver AI-driven fleet performance and digital solutions for the maritime sector. According to Oceanly the collaboration combines the company’s operational data platform with Nagarro’s expertise in AI, ERP integration and large-scale... more
Astral completes first in-house 'C check' in Kenya
Nairobi-based Astral Aviation has successfully completed a heavy 'C check' on one of its Boeing B767-200 freighters (5Y-SNL) at its Kenyan facilities. The inspection, carried out in May and June, marks a milestone for the carrier as it was conducted entirely by... more
Iumi targets sexual misconduct
At the annual conference of the International Union of Marine Insurance (Iumi) in Singapore, delegates were told that marine insurers must play an active role in eradicating sexual misconduct. Charles Fernandez, chair of the Iumi legal and liability committee, said the sector... more
Europa Road transports testing kits
Europa Road, which bis a part of the Europa Worldwide Group, recently released a statement regarding its role in healthcare logistics. According to this information the company " plays a vital role in global healthcare by delivering time-critical medical testing... more
AFCAC retains leadership
The African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC) has confirmed the reappointment of Adefunke Adeyemi (photo) for a second term as secretary general. Her mandate was renewed in recognition of her role in advancing the 'Single African Air Transport Market' (SAATM), strengthening... more