Caspian Sea is top 
According to the government of the Astrakhan region (Russia), traffic at the port of Astrakhan at the northern end of the Caspian Sea posted a significant growth year-on-year, with throughput rising five-fold compared to the year before. This surge is attributed to the increase... plus
First all-electric terminal tractor delivered
Forwarder Old Dominion Freight Line in California, USA, has received its first E-ACTT battery-electric terminal tractor from Autocar. The manufacturer delivered the truck for driver orientation before it is put into service. The vehicle offers the same reliability and... plus
"Curiosity of the Day" 
Three minutes of a four-minute synchronised swimming presentation are performed under water. plus
Saudis expand railfreight network
As part of a massive investment strategy, Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) is planning to expand its railway infrastructure from around 5,000 km to 8,000 km. The plans include the multi-billion dollar flagship "Land Bridge" project, which will stretch more than 1,300 km... plus
Train instead pipeline
DB Cargo is planning to transport urgently needed supplies of hydrogen by goods trains in the future. This concept represents the first efficient alternative to hydrogen pipelines. Hydrogen imported into Germany is usually bound in liquids and can thus be transported easily by... plus
Reibold to remain at the helm
The supervisory board of Eurodis, a network for the joint international transport of parcels and pallets in 36 European countries, has prematurely extended the contract with managing director Jens Reibold by three years. Eodis grew by 50% from 2019 to 2021, and by another 80%... plus
Next (digital) generation
Qatar Airways Cargo says it's aiming for reliable information, fast access, and efficient interactions in its digital transformation strategy – with its customers in mind, but also for its employees. Its "Next Generation" approach is also intended to make the carrier... plus
Rhenus starts new business in China
Rhenus Group has set up its first office in Changsha, Hunan Province in China. It will offer a wide range of logistics services to enable local businesses to expand their overseas outreach. The new office will offer solutions all along the supply chain, including air and... plus
Extending crane fleet in Genoa
The Italian Spinelli Group has ordered the first Generation 6 Mobile Harbour cranes to extend its existing fleet of cranes at their terminal in Genoa, North Western Italy. The order was booked in July 2022 and the crane will be delivered in December the same year. The... plus
Mexico attracts more international players
Bremen (Germany) -headquartered logistics company Rohlig Logistics opened a new office in Queretaro in July 2022. The company already has branches in Mexico City, Monterrey and Puebla. Michael Gerding, the regional CEO Latam, sees high potential in "the so-called 'Bajio... plus