Wallula’s farmers to receive an intermodal centre 
The new US company Tri-Cities Intermodal (TCI) is planning to develop an intermodal centre in Wallula, WA, adjacent to the former cold connect warehouse and property. TCI has signed a lease/purchase agreement to this effect to acquire the whole facility as a revival of the... plus
Two Italian groups take on intermodality
Codognotto Group, a logistics company based in Salgareda, Treviso, and GTS group - an intermodal operator based in Bari, are partnering to expand the intermodal package offering in Italy and Europe. Codognotto has been investing more than EUR 10 million in intermodal assets,... plus
Bifa urges UK government to align with EC
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) calls on the UK government to align with the European Commission's decision not to extend the Consortia Block Exemption Regulation (CBER). BIFA recommends introducing an ombudsman for container market disputes and... plus
The journey continues for CharterSync
CharterSync, the brainchild of co-founders Simon Watson and Ed Gillett, has announced the release of its financial results for the 2022 and a move to new London offices. Turnover has almost tripled whilst doubling profits for the period. "CharterSync's journey is one of... plus
New Chinese stronghold in Latin America?
The “new gringos” have struck another major deal in Latin America. In Chancay, north of the Peruvian capital Lima, Cosco Shipping Ports Limited (60%) is building a new multi-terminal and deep-water port together with the Peruvian Volcan Compañía Minera (40%). The planned... plus
Two JVs to promote rail-road traffic in Uzbekistan
Rhenus Group and Uzbekistan Railway have signed a memorandum of cooperation to develop existing transshipment facilities in Uzbekistan. Specifically, they aim to jointly operate and expand combined road-rail terminals in Andijan and Samarkand. Under the agreement, two joint... plus
From Wheels Up to GCL
Global Critical Logistics (GCL), a major provider of logistics solutions, has appointed Deron A. Brown as its new EVP and president of US Automotive. Brown brings over 20 years of experience in the supply chain industry, holding a series of senior management roles, including... plus
Frozen food logistics: Stef acquires Transwest
Stef Group has signed an agreement for the acquisition of Transwest, aiming to provide a new value-creating offer for the supply chains of both companies' Belgian and international customers. With a staff of over 200 employees, Transwest specialises in logistics services for... plus
"Curiosity of the Day" 
Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) ate mustard with everything and anything. He also loved stockfish. plus
Global aviation advisory firms combine forces
Washington-based Airline Strategy Group and Seabury Capital from New York have announced a strategic partnership that will combine the two global aviation advisory firms' platforms to drive performance excellence for airline clients. As part of the agreement, ASG will be... plus