Plug-in-hybrid truck (also) runs for research 
Scania recently delivered a plug-in-hybrid truck (PHEV) to Havi. The truck will be deployed in regular service in Stockholm and its suburbs, but also be part of a series of trials for research projects. In one of these projects, Havi has been performing night time deliveries... plus
"Curiosity of the Day" 
It’s scientifically impossible to peel oranges without splashing yourself, because of the oil glands in the peel. When they’re pressed they shoot drops in every direction at up to 10.5 m / second. plus
Carrier with blue livery goes green
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is launching "SAF flight initiative", a new and dedicated initiative to reduce CO2 emissions. Designed to promote sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by collaborating with major companies in this area, such as Kintetsu World Express, Nippon... plus
Containers: how long will the boom last?
Copenhagen-headquartered maritime consultancy Sea-Intelligence has put forward its forecast on how long the current boom in container demand in North America may last. Essential is the gap of spending in services and goods. CEO Alan Murphy: "Historically, the rate of... plus
Qatar Airways Cargo signs with SAL
SAL Saudi Logistics Services, a global air cargo handler, has signed a cargo ground handling agreement with Qatar Airways Cargo, to provide comprehensive ground logistics support at Saudi Arabia’s main airports, including Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Medina. SAL CEO Hesham... plus
APM Terminals hires Birna Ósk Einarsdóttir
Birna Ósk Einarsdóttir will join the APM Terminals senior management team as CCO and be based in The Hague starting in January 2022. Einarsdóttir holds a degree in leadership and management from Háskóli Íslands (University of Iceland). Prior to joining Icelandair Group,... plus
Widening scope close to Los Angeles airports
It is Californication of its own kind. Freight forwarding group Seko Logistics has begun operations in its latest facility close to the port of Long Beach and Los Angeles international airport, increasing its total footprint in southern California to over 300,000 sqm. The... plus
Seven Vectron dual-mode locos leased
Rail wagon lessor Northrail has leased seven Siemens Vectron dual-mode locomotives to four railway companies in Germany and has called up three more units under the framework purchase agreement. The energy-efficient dual-power units are part of a framework purchase agreement... plus
More wind power on Baltic Sea
After one year of experience of using rotor sails for the hybrid ferry "Copenhagen" on the Baltic Sea, Scandlines is planning the same equipment for its sister ferry "Berlin". The hybrid ferry "Berlin" also plies the Rostock-Gedser route, but unlike... plus
Bundling forces in Cologne-Bonn area
Technisches Hilfswerk (THW) and the operator of Cologne/Bonn airport (CGN) have signed a cooperation agreement for future emergency operations. With this partnership, the German federal agency based in Bonn is further expanding its logistics capacities. The next time the... plus