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DP World names VP of freight forwarding 
Global supply chain solutions provider DP World has appointed Tim Gates to the newly created position of vice president of freight forwarding for the USA and Mexico, as it accelerates the global expansion of its freight forwarding business. Most recently serving as vice... plus
Europe invests in links to Central Asia
Kazakhstan and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) have joined forces to develop the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR). They will work to increase freight traffic between Central Asia and Europe through Kazakhstan. As part of the... plus
157 GDP certifications
157 of DB Schenker’s pharma stations have received a good distribution practice certification, strengthening its position in the medical goods market in America, Europe, and Asia. The company’s life+ portfolio now has the logistics capacity to cover 80% of global healthcare... plus
Red Sea: EU tankers take the long route
In 2023, EU sanctions on Russian oil exports resulted in a 10% increase in average sailing distances for EU tanker imports, says Niels Rasmussen, chief shipping analyst at Bimco. Attacks on ships in the Red Sea area further lengthened average sailing distances by 16% and... plus
Dachser boosts food logistics
With the acquisition of Brummer Logistik, Dachser is strengthening its presence in Austria’s food logistics market. The takeover includes the entire operating business of the Brummer Group, which was founded in 1977 and generated a turnover of EUR 128 million in 2023.... plus
Special container for green intermodal transport
With its 20 ft (6 m) long containers, Innofreight City Logistics is offering an eco-friendlier alternative for gypsum transports from the mining company Knauf in Austria. 120 t of building materials, excavated material and rubble can be shipped per double wagon in combined... plus
Cathay Cargo resumes freighter service
One week ago, Cathay Cargo welcomed its first freighter flight to Ho Chi Minh City after four years, following its suspension in December 2019 due to the pandemic. The weekly flight, CX3148, will operate from Ho Chi Minh City every Thursday, with the freighter starting from... plus
Green light for Port 2000's river access channel
The administrative court in Rouen, France, has dismissed a summary motion to suspend work on the river access channel to Port 2000 in Le Havre, allowing Haropa Port to continue preparatory work on the embankment. The project, supported by the Normandy regional authority, the... plus
Yamaha's new supply chain partner
Yamaha Motor Corporation USA has chosen Shippeo as its strategic partner to improve its supply chain visibility in multiple modes. Shippeo provides real-time transportation visibility and will be supporting Yamaha in its ocean, rail, and road operations. The platform... plus