Container flows to Virginia keep coming 
The US East Coast Port of Virginia handled more than 314,000 teu in March 2022, an increase of 13% or 35,000 teu compared to March 2020. Almost 47% of the boxes were loaded imports. March’s volumes were ahead of January and February 2022, which were at 262,000 and 297,000... mehr
Better coordination on war-affected trade routes
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has welcomed European Union transport ministers’ commitment to better coordinate their response to the transport challenges posed by the war in Ukraine. This commitment comes after the European Commission proposed two mandates to... mehr
Conversion of MNG's second A330-300 on the way
Turkish cargo carrier MNG Airlines sped its efforts to modernise its fleet last year. The airline invested in acquiring and converting two A330-300 aircraft to increase loading capacity and reduce its carbon footprint. MNG Airlines added Turkey's first passenger to freighter... mehr
Assarmatori appoints Dario Bazargan
The Italian Shipowners’ Association has officially opened a representative office in Brussel to establish a direct link with European Institutions in view of playing a strategic role within the EU debate on energy transition and future European maritime policy. This office... mehr
QCS to open new branches in Eastern Europe
Bucking the trend, the freight forwarder Quick Cargo Service (QCS) is opening up to Eastern Europe. The first of several new branches will come on stream in Bucharest on 15 April. The new office will be headed by Alina Moldovan. Other branches are to follow. "Bucharest... mehr
FCS launches Dakosy’s ramp control system
Frankfurt Cargo Services (FCS), the largest independent cargo handler at Frankfurt Airport, has implemented Dakosy’s Fair@Link digital ramp control system to reduce truck waiting times for cargo collections and deliveries. The slot booking software enables FCS, an affiliate... mehr
Hydrogen powered trucks for rent
It is Germany’s first commercial vehicle rental company to include hydrogen trucks in its portfolio: Hylane has been launched as a subsidiary of DEVK Versicherung. The rental company offers an exclusively climate-friendly vehicle rental service, including hydrogen trucks... mehr
Sonja Aboulez to lead parcel division in Austria
Sonja Aboulez took charge of the parcel division Austria at Österreichische Post on 1 April 2022. The experienced executive thus assumed responsibility for the parcel business in Austria with a focus on sales, marketing and innovation. Special attention will also be paid to the... mehr
New development site in UK
A new industrial and distribution hub is being built in Crayton, UK. The property spans 54,000 sqm and will be split up into units ranging from 1,500 to 28,000 sqm. The development, which is being marketed as Segro Park Croydon, is situated at Redhouse Road, just off the... mehr