A321XLR: neither cargo nor Kremlin friendly 
The Airbus A321XLR made its first flight in Hamburg yesterday, 15 June 2022. The evolution of the European aircraft manufacturer's medium-haul A321 NEO model advertises a range of 8,700 km, i.e., Rome-New York or Kuala Lumpur-Sydney, which it achieves with efficient engines and... plus
Full steam ahead
According to maritime intelligence provider Sea-Intelligence, the carriers continued to generate a "very strong operating profit" in Q1/2022. CEO Alan Murphy summarised: "The combined operating profit of the global carriers (those that provide financial... plus
Opening European barriers
Axxès, a French specialist in the electronic collection of truck tolls, is joining forces with On Turtle. Under a new agreement, On Turtle's customers will have access to B'moov, a truck toll device used by transport professionals in Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, Germany,... plus
Rhenus Alpina Switzerland scores
Despite Covid-19 restrictions, 2021 was a successful year for Rhenus Alpina’s Swiss activities. While revenues rose by 16%, amounting to CHF 476 million (2020: CHF 410 million), average capacity utilisation amounted to 90%. In the air cargo division, freight volumes soared... plus
90 years - and still going strong
Schmidbauer, a provider of mobile cranes and special transports, is celebrating its 90th birthday. Since 1932, the family-run company in Gräfelfing near Munich has been contributing to innovation in the industry. CEO Werner Schmidbauer: "For us, keeping up with the... plus
Next hybrid PCTC sets sails
The Norwegian car carrier UECC has just taken delivery of its second multi-fuel LNG battery hybrid PCTC. Built on China’s Jiangnan Shipyard, this PCTC, to be named “Auto Achieve”, will further contribute to reducing emissions in the European shortsea trade. The company aims... plus
The sixth Italian office is in Florence
Bolloré Logistics has opened a new Italian office in Prato, Florence. This location lies within the “Interporto della Toscana” logistics hub. The new site is part of the company's strategy to further strengthen its activities in the pharmaceutical segment and the fashion and... plus
Portuguese haulier picks Trailer from Luxembourg
The Portuguese company Laso Transportes is strengthening its fleet with fifteen 3-axle flatbeds from Luxembourg-headquartered manufacturer Max Trailer. These vehicles will be delivered over the coming month. The platform trailers with 22.5” tyres and friction steered axles... plus
American Airlines Cargo picks Emma Oliver
American Airlines Cargo has appointed Emma Oliver as director, cargo sales Europe, Africa & Middle East (EMEA) and Asia Pacific (APAC). She returns to the cargo sector following two years of supporting the passenger business, most recently leading the strategy & projects... plus
Korean Air: Vienna calling!
Korean Air Cargo is recording rising cargo figures at Vienna Airport. In the pandemic years 2020 and 2021, tonnages increased by more than 40%, and the South Korean airline reported steadily rising growth rates in the first five months of 2022 as well. Korean Air Cargo uses... plus