Smart ULDs underpin Riyadh Air’s launch 
Riyadh Air has signed a strategic partnership with Unilode to supply, manage and repair its unit load devices (ULDs) ahead of the airline’s launch later in 2025. The agreement introduces lightweight containers and pallets fitted with bluetooth tags, connected to Unilode’s reader... plus
New AI unit and CFO at Geodis
Geodis has reshaped its management board with two senior appointments and the creation of a department dedicated to artificial intelligence. David-Olivier Tarac becomes executive vice-president AI, tasked with embedding artificial intelligence across the group’s lines of... plus
Signode upgrades packaging tech
Signode has launched the 'Octopus Prestige' stretch wrapper, a model for high-volume packaging operations. According to the company the machine combines high speed with simplification, aiming to set a new benchmark in end-of-line wrapping. Features include throughput capacity,... plus
Vossloh gains DB approval
Vossloh has received user approval from DB Infrago for its 'Soniq rail explorer', a mobile ultrasonic inspection device now cleared for deployment on the German rail network. The approval follows a conformity certificate already issued by DB Systemtechnik. Developed with... plus
Scope 3 efficiency leaders
According to Oceanscore’s latest report, 'Scope 3 at Sea', MSC and OOCL are the most efficient carriers on the Asia–Northern Europe trade lane. Covering January to June 2025, the study shows that carrier choice can affect Scope 3 emissions exposure. MSC, with an 18% share of... plus
Air Côte d’Ivoire receives first A330neo
Air Côte d’Ivoire took delivery of its first Airbus A330-900 earlier this month, the first widebody in its fleet and the first of two on order. The aircraft will support expansion to Paris and later to the Middle East and North America, offering significantly more bellyhold... plus
Dojö joins CSG network
The Customs Support Group (CSG) has acquired the Dojö Consulting Group to strengthen its trade compliance advisory services. According to CSG the move creates Europe’s largest trade advisory division with more than 80 consultants and establishes the first European classification... plus
First commercial vessel at Rijeka Gateway
Croatia's Rijeka Gateway has begun full operations with the arrival of its first commercial vessel, the 'Al Jasrah', and the entry of its first truck. The EUR 380 million joint venture between APM Terminals and Enna group features 400 m of quay, 20 m depth and annual capacity of... plus
Indian exports shift from USA to Europe after tariffs
Air cargo flows from India are undergoing a sharp rebalancing. According to WorldACD, exports to the USA plummeted after Washington raised import tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 50% on 27 August. Tonnages had briefly surged by 28% in the week before the increase, but fell by... plus
Oslo airport boosts cargo capacity and seafood exports
Oslo airport has welcomed Menzies World Cargo as a new handler following its takeover of Spirit on 1 September. The move strengthens cargo services at Norway’s main hub for exports and imports, with head of cargo Eva Beate Lande noting that it "provides an even stronger... plus