With "Archion" big in Japan and Asia 
Daimler Truck affiliate Mitsubishi Fuso and Toyota’s Hino Motors have unveiled further details of their planned integration under a new holding company, Archion Corporation, set to begin operations on 1 April 2026. Headquartered in Tokyo’s Shinagawa Ward, Archion will combine... more
Japan Post aims to become a 3PL
Japan Post has agreed to acquire a 19.9% stake in Logisteed Holdings, formerly Hitachi Transport System, from investment fund KKR, forming a capital and business alliance with Logisteed and its subsidiary Logisteed Ltd. The move supports Japan Post’s strategy to become a fully... more
DHL reveals 2025 e-commerce trends
A new DHL study has identified artificial intelligence, social media commerce and sustainability as key drivers of e-commerce growth in 2025. Surveying 4,050 companies across 19 markets, the 'business edition' report highlights how online retailers are adapting to the market.... more
Maersk, VietJet: SmartKargo expands partnerships
SmartKargo, an air cargo software provider based in Cambridge, MA, has strengthened its global presence with two new milestones. Maersk has successfully implemented SmartKargo’s advanced air cargo management system into its Own Controlled Air (MOCA) network, improving real-time... more
China unveils record-breaking bridge
According to an online newspaper under the control of the state of China the country has inaugurated the world’s tallest bridge in the southwestern province of Guizhou, where the new 'Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge' now towers 625 m above the Beipan River. The steel truss... more
Luxcargo Handling: digital upgrade with IBS Software
Luxcargo Handling, the ground handling subsidiary of Cargolux, has partnered with the Indian logistics IT company IBS Software to modernise and digitise operations at Luxembourg Airport – one of Europe’s top cargo hubs. Handling up to 1.2 million t of freight annually, the... more
MOL cuts methane slip
Mitsui O.S.K. lines (MOL), Kanadevia and Yanmar power solutions have achieved a 98% reduction in methane slip during onboard trials of LNG-fuelled vessels – significantly exceeding the initial 70% target. The demonstration, part of Japan’s green innovation fund project led by... more
Humanitarian respones in Pakistan - now and then
Further to Xinhua, Pakistan has received the first batch of flood relief supplies from China, including 300 tents and 9,000 blankets, flown by two Y-20 transport aircraft from Zhengzhou to Islamabad. The aid, valued at USD 14 million, supports communities hit by severe monsoon... more
E-commerce alliance unveiled
Hellmann worldwide logistics and SkyNet worldwide express have partnered to launch a new door-to-door cross-border e-commerce service. The joint solution offers end-to-end logistics for global online retailers, covering warehousing, fulfilment and returns management. By... more
Geodis marks 500th freighter flight from Asia to Mexico
Paris-headquartered logistics provider Geodis has reached a major milestone in its air freight network, celebrating the 500th dedicated freighter flight connecting Asia and Mexico since the service was launched in 2019. Operated in partnership with Atlas Air, the route offers... more