More logistics capacities near Stuttgart 
Prologis began building a new hub in Illingen, near Stuttgart, on 17 April. 13,000 sqm of the 45,000 sqm site will be used as a logistics centre for operations in the Rhein-Neckar-Region. It is to be completed by the end of the year. The second part of the plot is intended... plus
First logisticians to test eActros 600s at work
The first two test vehicles of the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 for long-distance haulage will go to Contargo and Remondis, Daimler said. Contargo will use its e-truck for several months for the transport of containers between the port of Wörth am Rhein and various loading and... plus
Building a regional blended-wing-body aircraft
London-headquartered aircraft lessor Monte Aircraft Leasing will provide financing options for the "Kona" aircraft currently being developed by Natilus. The partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of eco-friendly transport solutions while meeting the increasing... plus
First CFO at Loxxess
Loxxess, a medium-sized provider of complex logistics and value-adding services based in Tegernsee, south of Munich, continues to expand its management. Robert Mauermann assumed the new position of chief financial officer this month. Mauermann, who holds a doctorate in... plus
Border pre-registration zone in Coqelles ready
The pre-registration building on Eurotunnel’s French terminal in Coqelle, has been completed. This represents a major step in meeting the 6 October deadline when the entry/exit system will come into force, the Channel tunnel concessionaire Getlink said. The pre-registration... plus
Pan-American expansion
The American freight carrier Estes has announced multiple expansions in South Carolina, Nevada, and New Jersey and added three new terminals to its portfolio, which are all are recent acquisitions that were retrofitted for the company’s operations. The terminals in Reno NV... plus
A year of growth for Thessaloniki
In a successful FY 2023, Thessaloniki Port Authority (THPA) saw its consolidated revenue increase to EUR 85.9 million. The container terminal led the growth with a 12% rise in revenue to EUR 59.8 million. Significant developments included the construction of the... plus
From California via Cologne to the Netherlands
Cologne customs recently foiled attempts to smuggle of 218 kg of marijuana in packages through Cologne / Bonn airport. For tactical reasons, the major seizures from two nights at the end of January and beginning of March 2024 are only being revealed now. "Our... plus
APM Terminals Buenos Aires appoints MD
Manuel Delgado took over as managing director of APM Terminals Buenos Aires T4 in Argentina on 1 April 2024. He had been deputy managing director since July 2023. Delgado will also join the leadership team for the Americas region. He brings over 25 years leadership... plus