Vacad reports increase in air cargo handled in 2024 
The association of German air cargo handlers (Vacad) recorded a 1.9% increase in air cargo volumes in Q4/2024, with 456,700 t processed. Compared to Q4/2023, this represents a 0.4% rise. For the full year 2024, the total volume of cargo handled reached about 1.78 million t,... plus
Heavy-duty H2 combustion engine ready soon?
The engineering company Mahle Powertrain has begun testing and calibration work on heavy-duty hydrogen combustion powertrains at its site in Northampton (UK). The trial is conducted as a part of the UK-government supported project Cavendish. The programme aims to quickly... plus
Scannell Properties expands German team
On 1 February Scannell Properties appointed Lukas Imdahl as the director of its development activities in Germany. He oversees site acquisitions and the development of build-to-suit and speculative projects in the country. Imdahl previously worked at Evolutiq and Panattoni,... plus
Investing in wind-assisted deepsea shipping
Econowind, a Dutch company from Zeewolde, has secured EUR 1 million in development capital from Invest International, to advance and test its VentoFoil XL, a 24-30 m high wind sail designed for deepsea shipping. The technology, inspired by aviation principles, aims to reduce... plus
Reconomy appoints CEO of ‘re-use loop’
Reconomy has named Rakhshan Zahid as the chief executive of its ‘re-use loop’. The division, comprising ‘advanced supply chain’ and ‘rebound’, provides technology-driven circular logistics and supply chain solutions. “Reconomy’s ‘re-use loop’ is one of our key divisions, and... plus
New wind in Saudi automotive sector
The German transport group Mosolf, the Saudi shipping line Bahri and the Saudi investment company Tasaru have joined forces to form a new JV. Together they’ll create an all-round package for vehicle manufacturers and importers of passenger cars, light commercial vehicles and... plus
Chefs Culinar optimises route planning with Descartes
Chefs Culinar is integrating the Descartes ‘Route Planner’ to enhance route optimisation and delivery efficiency in its European distribution network. The foods service wholesaler will link the system with its ERP and telematics platforms. “With Descartes we can ensure... plus
PIK’s longest piece of cargo
Glasgow Prestwick airport (PIK) has handled its longest-ever cargo, a 20.4 m, 24 t consignment for the oil and gas sector, flown in from Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia). Two additional 12.2-m components were also transported for onward delivery to Aberdeen. The freight was offloaded... plus
Firefighting equipment in Panattoni Park Graz Süd
Magirus Lohr, a manufacturer of firefighting vehicles, has moved into the Panattoni Park Graz Süd, thus strengthening its logistics and warehousing operations. The 2,050 m² site, located in Wagna (Austria), provides storage solutions for firefighting equipment, including fire... plus
15 in 15 for UBV
The UBV Group has acquired 100% of ISL Nardi, a Milan-based logistician that specialises in international forwarding. The acquisition has been designed to strengthen UBV’s market position and supports its growth strategy, which focuses on Europe and Asia. ISL Nardi operates... plus