Push to reinstate Eyre Peninsula rail line 
The agriculture network Viterra and the railfreight operator Aurizon have submitted a formal application for federal government funding of AUD 220 million (EUR 133.3 million) for the modernisation and reopening of the Eyre Peninsula rail network in South Australia. The... plus
Mixed results for Dachser
Despite a weak demand for logistics services in FY 2023, Dachser continued its successful expansion into strategic markets. The group’s revenue decreased by 12.5% to EUR 7.1 billion, accompanied by a fall in transported volumes and tonnage, due to a worldwide decline in air and... plus
Flying Koi carp around the world
American Airlines Cargo has transported koi carp, an ancient and long-living ornamental fish, in increasing volumes for 20 years. The carrier’s team in Japan exported record shipments last year, totalling over 19.1 t to Los Angeles and 9.6 t to Dallas/Fort Worth alone. The most... plus
Thomas Eskesen elected chairman
The Join the Move to –15°C Coalition has appointed Thomas Eskesen, a renowned refrigerated cargo expert, as new chairman, as it continues to bolster its member base, with five new industry players pledging their support for a move to -15°C. The coalition, which was initiated... plus
Scania to expand autonomous transport trials
With the start of its autonomous commercial pilot programme, Scania is accelerating the deployment of autonomous hub-to-hub transport. The manufacturer will also be involved in a new partnership with US-based software specialist Plus, which will integrate its technology stack... plus
A pharma hub in Abu Dhabi
The Logistics Park phase 5 of Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (Kezad) is home to multiple grade A warehousing sites, now including Pharmatrade’s centre. The new temperature-controlled facility will enable the company to expand its storage and distribution services for... plus
Port of Gothenburg electrifies inspection vessel
‘M/S Hamnen’, the port of Gothenburg's inspection vessel, has been retrofitted to electric propulsion. It has been in service at the port since 1979. The transition is part of the port's commitment to reducing emissions, with the electrification eliminating the 67 t of carbon... plus
Another Boeing 767 freighter
Air Transport Services Group has commenced a new lease agreement with DHL Network Operations (USA), under which ATSG’s cargo aircraft management (CAM) has leased a 767-300 freighter aircraft to DHL to operate within the provider’s global network. “As one of our longest... plus
AFA’s awards for 2024
The Airforwarders Association (AFA), a diverse coalition representing 250 logistics companies, has revealed the winners of its 2024 industry awards. Since 1991, the industry awards have celebrated the achievements of AFA member organisations and honoured their contributions... plus
Sustainable timber deliveries
The German carrier DB Cargo recently completed its first rail deliveries of timber to Leuna, Germany, for UPM Biochemicals, establishing and testing the direct rail link to the company’s timber yard. The facility is scaling refineries to produce a variety of renewable fuels... plus