MSC Foundation supports Mercy Ships’ project 
MSC Group, the MSC Foundation, and Mercy Ships International are collaborating to build a new hospital ship to enhance Mercy Ships' capacity to provide free surgeries and training in sub-Saharan Africa. The project, which is supported by a substantial donation from the MSC... more
Handing over the baton at WSC
The board of the World Shipping Council (WSC) has appointed Joe Kramek as its new president and CEO, to succeed John Butler when he retires at the end of July. Kramek brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role, from both the maritime sector and government... more
A promotion for Pierre Ngon
Africa Global Logistics (AGL) has appointed Pierre Ngon as director of logistics operations. He will assist Sebastien Beuque, AGL’s managing director of logistics solutions. A Cameroonian national, Ngon joined AGL in 2004. He played a key role in the expansion of the... more
Here’s how to adjust prices 
A global management consultancy’s price expert shows the way. Navigating these turbulent economic times is a major challenge for many a logistician. Although inflation decreased again slightly last year, companies in our industry nevertheless continue to face the problem of... more
A JV to reshape P2F conversions
Kansas Modification Centre (KMC), Stratos Industries, (Stratos), and Integrated Aerospace Alliance (IAA) have launched a ground-breaking collaboration set to redefine the 777-300ER passenger to freighter (P2F) conversion industry. This formal partnership seeks to unite the... more
Demand for immediate release of “MSC Aries”
The International Association of Ports and Harbours (Iaph) joined the International Chamber of Shipping in calling for the immediate release of the crew and the MSC-chartered vessel, “MSC Aries”, following its seizure in the Persian Gulf yesterday, 15.04.2024. The “MSC... more
Digital trade solutions on show in Côte d'Ivoire
Soget and Bureau Veritas will showcase their new digital platforms for the maritime and airport sectors at an event in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, from 15 to 18 April 2024. The port operating system (POS), the port community system (PCS), and the external trade single window... more
Rates continue to rise despite holiday periods
Despite a fall in tonnages from most regions linked to holiday periods such as Easter, Ramadan, and the Qingming Festival, worldwide air cargo rates have continued to rise into the first week of April. According to the latest weekly figures and analysis from World ACD Market... more
MAN builds first trucks with hydrogen drive
The German commercial vehicle manufacturer will deliver the small series, initially planned with around 200 units, to customers in Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Iceland and selected non-European countries as early as 2025. It is the first European truck manufacturer to... more
Where, if not here?
Looking back at the 18th Iata World Cargo Symposium, Hong Kong. This year’s World Cargo Symposium (WCS), with 1,948 participants from 73 countries, was Iata’s strongest conference to date. The ITJ was there for you – and came back with varied impressions of the largest cargo... more