Getting ready for mega vessels 
Marport, Istanbul's largest port, has invested USD 200 million to increase its capacity for handling two mega vessels simultaneously and improve operational efficiency with advanced equipment. Established in 2001 as a joint venture between Arkas Holding and Terminal... plus
Two biofuel trucks for Bolloré in Italy
Bolloré Logistics Italy has obtained the exclusive use of two biofuel trucks from its partner Alha Group, one of the country's big players in the air cargo sector, which is also providing RFS. By using bio-LNG, they will reduce CO2 emissions by up to 72%, while maintaining the... plus
24th hub in Malaysia
DHL Supply Chain is reaffirming its presence in the Malaysian market by building its first warehouse in Senai, bringing the company’s local portfolio to 246,000 sqm. Dubbed the South Region Hub, DHL’s new site is located just ten minutes away from both the Senai International... plus
Samskip expands shortsea portfolio
Samskip has launched a new shortsea container service connecting Santander, Tilbury and Rotterdam, set to begin on 2 April. Operated once a week, the new offering is cost-competitive with road-ferry alternatives, while also providing good reliability and lower CO2 emissions.... plus
Quantron bolsters management team
Quantron, a specialist for sustainable passenger and freight transport, has appointed Reto Leutenegger (left) as chief sales officer (CSO). He was named managing director of the subsidiary Quantron Switzerland in January 2023 and has been involved in the sale of zero-emission... plus
First real-world test for H2 prototype
Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) recently completed the very first trial run of X2.0, its second test vehicle, on the high-speed track at the UTAC Millbrook test centre in the UK. With fast refuelling, heavier payloads and a long range, the hydrogen fuel cell powertrain truck... plus
Pro warehouses for pro customers
Home Depot is opening four new distribution centres to expand its network in North America. The sites will be designed to stock lumber, insulation, shingles and other bulky products. Ranging from southern Los Angeles, San Antonio and Detroit all the way to Toronto, the hubs... plus
"Curiosity of the Day" 
Bulls are as good as colour-blind and don’t react any differently to a red cloth than to a green or blue one. plus
Delta Cargo welcomes Opticooler RKN
Delta Cargo has announced the technical approval for Dolkasch Temperature Solutions' Opticooler RKN. The Atlanta-based carrier can now integrate it into its aircraft and offer customers an additional reliable and high-quality solution for pharma transports on its extensive... plus
Logistique bois tout en un
SETG investit dans des conteneurs pour plaquettes forestières. Avec la mise en service des premiers de 180 wagons à ranchers flambant neufs «Sflexwood» (cf. ITJ 01-04/2023, page 22), SETG n’a pas encore fini d’innover. Christoph Böhm, responsable projets du logisticien... plus