The Swedish Club appoints Terri Jay 
The Swedish Club has appointed Terri Jay as head of charterers and traders, to strengthen its presence in a crucial growth sector. With over 30 years of industry experience, including her most recent role as vice president at Gard, Jay brings extensive knowledge in underwriting... more
Italy sets out new air cargo strategy
Pescara's Abruzzo Airport (PSR) gathered regional leaders and industry players to outline a stronger role for airfreight in central Italy. At the "Cargo Aereo in Decollo" forum held few days ago, discussions focused on how innovation, efficient logistics and... more
MAN and Vega electrify logistics
MAN Truck & Bus has partnered with Vega International to implement an innovative intermodal logistics solution that combines rail transport and fully electric trucks for vehicle delivery. This new approach significantly reduces CO2 emissions, achieving annual savings of... more
Labour shortages strain transport industry
The latest Elvis market report highlights the ongoing stagnation in the German economy, attributed to global uncertainties and unclear economic policies. While seasonal activities in the truck transport market show slight increases, they remain below the previous year's levels... more
Alexandre Roussel appointed IPP operations director
Alexandre Roussel has been appointed director of operations for southern Europe at IPP, a leading European firm focused on rental and sustainable management of wooden pallets. His main objective is to facilitate IPP's substantial growth by enhancing operational synergies across... more
VRR launches new pallet range
VRR has entered the global airfreight pallet market with its certified aluminium pallet range, "We Keep It Simple". This move addresses the rising demand for reliable and sustainable freight equipment, showcasing VRR's engineering expertise in a competitive sector. The... more
Südzucker Polska partners with Geodis
Südzucker Polska, a part of Europe's largest sugar producer, has chosen Geodis as its strategic logistics partner for warehousing operations in Poland. This collaboration reflects a mutual commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction in the food sector.... more
Adami Trasporti chooses Continental
Adami Trasporti has selected Continental to supply its fleet with Conti Hybrid HS5, HD5 and HT3 tyres, aiming to reduce operating costs and enhance sustainability. The tyres' optimised rolling resistance enables fuel savings of 1.5 to 2 per cent, which significantly impacts... more
Steelpaint and BW Epic Kosan enhance ship care
Steelpaint's partnership with BW Epic Kosan underscores the importance of zinc primers in protecting structural steel on vessels. As shipowners seek coatings that reduce docking time and extend maintenance intervals, BW Epic Kosan's continued reliance on Steelpaint's... more
Cyber vulnerabilities in UK rail systems
The UK rail sector is increasingly exposed to cyber risks due to the integration of digital technology with outdated legacy systems, as Petards Rail reports. Operational technology now controls train movements and critical infrastructure, necessitating enhanced risk management.... more