Aurrigo receives German ministerial backing 
Aurrigo International’s auto-dolly tug was successfully deployed as part of the digital testbed air cargo (DTAC) demonstration, which is led by the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences in collaboration with the Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flow and Logistics (IML) and... mehr
World’s first rotor sails on capesize vessel
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and Vale have retrofitted the world's first capesize bulk carrier, ‘Camellia Dream’, with two Norsepower rotor sails. This innovative step is part of efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, with the vessel expected to achieve a 6-10% reduction... mehr
RK Logistics adds in Arizona
In an agreement with Southwest Supply Chain Solutions, RK Logistics Group is expanding to the greater Phoenix area and taking over a regional logistics provider’s facility and assets, gaining 7,400 sqm of logistics space in Tempe, Arizona. As Arizona becomes home to... mehr
Emons to cover more areas for Cargoline
From its location in Bexbach, the German transport and logistics provider Emons has now begun to cover the Saarland area for the Cargoline organisation, in addition to its own network. This is the first Emons branch to be opened since the freight forwarder became a shareholder... mehr
"Curiosity of the Day" 
Plants respond to stress by producing a chemical precursor of the active ingredient in aspirin which they then use for themselves. mehr
Growing volumes between booming regions
Trade between the Gulf nations and emerging Asian nations continue to show high growth momentum, surging 35% from USD 383 billion in 2021 to USD 516 billion in 2022, and is expected to reach USD 757 billion by 2030, outstripping growth rate with Western nations such as the US,... mehr
Electric trucks for Austria and Germany
Craiss Generation Logistics has added twelve new electric trucks to its fleet. With ranges between 300 and 600 km, the new Mercedes eActros will be deployed in Germany and Austria. Two vehicles will debut in Austria in October, where Craiss has customised their chassis to... mehr
'Vanguard': a breakthrough in river-sea gas transport
HGK Shipping has developed the "Vanguard," the first European river-sea gas tanker designed for transporting liquefied ammonia and CO2, crucial for the hydrogen-based economy. The 125 m vessel is equipped with a diesel-electric "future-fuel-ready" engine... mehr
André Wyss to chair board of directors from 2026
At its meeting on 21 August 2024, the Swiss government approved the proposed appointment of André Wyss to the SBB board of directors. Wyss is to be officially elected as a member of the board of directors at the SBB annual general meeting in April 2025 and will take over the... mehr
Showcasing logistics capabilities in China
Saudia Cargo has unveiled its campaign "Landing in China in 24", which aims to underscore the carrier's commitment to empowering Saudi exports and ensuring they gain a strong foothold in China, Saudi Arabia's main trading partner with 17% of total exports. The campaign... mehr