Helping Hong Kong's healthcare logistics 
The new Hong-Kong based cooperation between Kerry Logistics Network (KLN) and EC Healthcare will aim to increase its portfolio of medical logistics services. KLN will consolidate EC Healthcare’s inventory management in a centralised warehouse. It will also provide IT system... plus
Joint efforts in intercontinental e-commerce
Three partners from Asia (Alibaba's logistics division Cainiao), the Middle East (the air cargo carrier Saudia Cargo) and Europe (the cargo handling agent Worldwide Flight Services) will reinforce their collaboration, focusing on optimising logistics processes by streamlining... plus
Maersk to work with Korean tyre producer
A.P. Moller – Maersk has signed an MOU with Kumho Tire to solidify its foothold in the automotive sector. Kumho, a Korean tyre manufacturer, has previously used Maersk’s ocean services and can now enjoy collaboration in the logistics sector. Under the agreement, Kumho will... plus
Ady Container partners with shipping companies
The intermodal specialist has joined forces with Maersk and Cosco to realise new projects for container shipments via the sea route. Maersk will bring the containers, carrying fish feed, to Georgia’s Poti port, where they will be loaded onto platforms and delivered to Baku... plus
A "stellar" acquisition in the Indian market
Ceva Logistics is acquiring Stellar Value Chain, a Mumbai-based warehousing and transport specialist. With a 96% stake in the company, Ceva can now extend its Indian network. Ceva has been operating in India for more than 20 years. The acquisition comprises Stellar’s 60... plus
PNG's big day
ICTSI's South Pacific terminals, SPICT in Lae and MIT in Motukea, Papua New Guinea, marked a significant milestone by servicing the largest container ship to call at the ports in the region. The "Kota Gabung", a 2,754 teu gearless vessel operated by Mariana Express... plus
CBP knows: all that glitters isn't gold
On 16 November 2023, officers seized a shipment containing a single Richard Mille watch. It originated out of India and was headed to a residence in Palm Beach, Florida. The Richard Mille brand is manufactured in a limited quantity of each style, making each watch model unique.... plus
Malaysia's east coast rail project goes ahead
The first batch of six CRRC-made diesel locomotives recently completed tests at the Kuantan tracking laying base in Malaysia. They are now ready to transport materials for laying the track of Malaysia’s East Coast Railway project (ECRL). The construction of the 665 km line... plus
Welfare boost for Indian maritime cadets
Thousands of cadets and trainees in India will benefit from in-depth wellness training and support thanks to funding from the ITF Seafarers’ Trust. The partnership between the grant-making trust and global maritime welfare charity Sailors’ Society will see a reshaping of cadet... plus
Unifying rail carriage between Europe and Asia
With the adoption of new United Nations Convention unifying applicable legal rules, cargo carriage by rail between Europe and Asia will be made easier, quicker, and cheaper. This new convention will entail a number of advantages for the parties to the contract. For example,... plus