Gold nuggets seized on their way to Hong Kong 
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers stationed at the Port of Cincinnati seized an outbound shipment declared as containing clothing after they discovered it also contained loose gold and gold bars worth far more than the declared value of USD 125. Officers... more
Scallog picks Manel Siaci
Supply chain departments are increasingly choosing to rely on consulting firms and independents for automation projects, in the face of the plethora of intralogistics 4.0 solutions offered. Manel Siaci, business development manager of Scallog, a French company that designs,... more
"Curiosity of the Day" 
The Sulabh International Museum of Toilets in Delhi houses the world's largest collection of WCs. more
Manfreight acquires 20 high-tech curtainsiders
UK-based forwarder Manfreight has taken delivery of 20 new Schmitz Cargobull S.CS Fixed Roof trailers, as it continues to drive the expansion of its bulk and dry freight division. The new curtainsider trailers – all built in the manufacturer’s Manchester factory – are fitted... more
Tool to promote sustainability in supply chains
Redwood in North America has launched its sustainability tool Hyperion. The new solution supports carbon-neutral initiatives by automating the calculation of emissions for each load. It facilitates carbon credit purchases for verified projects and provides shareable progress... more
Focus on freight
Turkish Cargo continuing to soar. 2023 is a special year for Turkish Airlines. The national carrier is celebrating its 90th anniversary on 20 May, and will also be involved in the celebrations for the 100th birthday of the Republic of Turkey on 29 October. Its market share... more
Grimaldi signs the Greek deal
The majority stake of 67% of the share capital of the Igoumenitsa Port Authority for a total price of EUR 84.17 million goes to the joint venture established by the companies Grimaldi Euromed, Minoan Lines and Investment Construction Commercial and Industrial (Ekev). The... more
Seafrigo snaps up CNMP
In the French port of Le Havre, the CNMP Group (Compagnie Nouvelle de Manutentions Portuaire) is changing hands. The Seafrigo Group, which specialises in temperature-controlled logistics worldwide, has received the green light from the authorities for the takeover. CNMP is... more
Adiyaman to receive help by rail
A month after the earthquake hit in Turkey, the situation on the ground is still extremely critical. One of the biggest challenges is to get aid supplies to where they are needed. Strabag and ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) have joined forces to help earthquake victims. As part... more
Changes at APM Terminals
As from 1 April 2023, Jan Buijze (left), currently managing director of APM Terminals Maasvlakte II, will take on a new responsibility as regional project director for Africa & Europe. He will be based in Lagos, Nigeria, with a specific focus on supporting APM Terminals in... more