Fast-track land transport launched in the UAE 
Introduced by Notum Logistics, an affiliate of AD Ports, the new shuttle connects Khalifa Port with Fujairah Terminals in the UAE. It operates weekly departures capable of carrying of up to 156 teu or 78 feu per direction via a single train and can incorporate first and last... more
Three more years in medical logistics
Davies Turner has extended its contract with Owen Mumford, a medical devices manufacturer, to provide logistics solutions in the UK and Europe for three more years. Based out of its hub in Bristol, Davies Turner will continue to distribute Owen Mumford’s medical devices in the... more
Gruber Logistics targets Turkey
Rifat Cicek was appointed as the new branch director of Gruber Logistics in Turkey at the beginning of H2/2024. With his expertise, his task will be to spearhead the logistics service provider's corporate strategy in the region. The aim is to manage more of the company’s... more
Port of Gothenburg welcomes methanol-powered ship
“Antonia Maersk”, the world's largest methanol-powered containership, is now in regular service between the port of Gothenburg and Asia. With a capacity of 16,592 teu, the vessel represents a significant step in the green transition of the shipping industry, offering substantial... more
Pioneering fuel-saving innovation
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan's largest airline and renowned for its “Flying Honu” turtle-themed Airbus A380s, has welcomed another marine-life-inspired aircraft to its fleet: its first Boeing 777 equipped with Aeroshark. This revolutionary surface technology is inspired by... more
Transnet upgrades railfreight infrastructure
The project will enhance the efficiency and capacity of South Africa’s freight rail systems, the carrier said. It includes rail network infrastructure renewal, locomotive overhauls, and wagon fleet renewal. The programme aims to restore freight rail volumes in South Africa,... more
KN's Caribbean collaborations
Kuehne + Nagel (KN) is looking to expand its presence in the Caribbean by appointing three new representative agents in the region. Working with Gulf and Maritime Services in Trinidad and Tobago, which has a large oil and gas sector, KN will be able to ramp up its customised... more
Move by BV: simplifying vessel compliance process
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore launched its new smart hub, "Move by Bureau Veritas," at the SMM maritime conference in Hamburg. Move aims to streamline vessel and fleet compliance and performance for shipowners by integrating various maritime digital... more
From DHL to Dokasch TS
Dokasch Temperature Solutions, a provider of temperature-controlled active packaging solutions, is expanding its team by appointing Gianmarco Steinhauer as the new business development manager for Germany, effective 2 September this year. Steinhauer brings a wealth of... more
Two freight hubs in India to be linked by rail
The 309 km long new stretch, which has now been approved by the Indian government, will create the shortest rail link between the two major commercial hubs Mumbai and Indore and provide direct connectivity to the Pithampur auto cluster – it houses 90 large units and 700 small... more