Investing in Kumamoto 
ESR Group and the Kumamoto prefectural government in Japan have signed an mou with the aim of transforming Yatsushiro City into a key logistics location for the region. Under the agreement, the group will work with the prefecture, the city as well as Mercury Capital to... plus
Manchester hub now open
DB Schenker has unveiled its latest hub at Trafford Park, featuring around 5,110 sqm of warehousing and office space. This move builds DB Schenker’s capacity in the Greater Manchester area. Designed for the logistics provider’s operations in the UK and Ireland, the GBP 11... plus
An eventful spring congress
At this year’s spring congress, the Association of European Vehicle Logistics (ECG) brought almost 300 members together to discuss the sector’s developments and growth. Between the 23 and 24 May, members gathered in Baveno, Italy, including Ford, Renault Group, Toyota Motor... plus
Metso's new Chilean centre
Metso, a logistics provider for the minerals and mining industry, has opened its new distribution hub in Vina del Mar, Chile, marking a further expansion into the South American market. From the new centre, Metso will be able to increase its distribution capacities for... plus
Representing Belgium and the Netherlands
Rotra Air & Ocean has joined the Waco System network for both Belgium and the Netherlands. The company has amassed over 100 years’ expertise in both countries and runs offices in Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Antwerp, and Brussels. Focusing on digital solutions, Rotra has... plus
Panattoni picks Prajo in Poland
Panattoni has found a new tenant for its park in Warsaw as it leases space to Prajo, a local company that specialises in kitchen utensils. Prajo will use an 8,850 sqm space for its warehousing and retail activities from September 2024. It owns three major brands: Kinghoff,... plus
Superdry gets new UK partner
Superdry has contracted Bleckmann to take over its UK logistics operations. The companies have been cooperating in the European market since 2007 and are now expanding their partnership. Based out of ‘The Duke’ site in Burton on Trent, Bleckmann will manage logistics... plus
Dongguan: a key air cargo hub
Yusen Logistics has expanded its services at Dongguan Humen Bonded Logistics Park (BLP), which now include handling air import cargoes. This allows for a one-stop solution for imports and exports via Hong Kong International Airport. Previously, Yusen focused on taking... plus
Ikea's Indian itinerary
Ikea is expanding in the Indian market with the help of Rhenus Group, a logistics provider with an established local network. More specifically, the furnishing company is aiming for growth in the Dehli National Capital Region. Growing demand for high-end real estate in... plus
Merck strengthens life science presence
Merck recently opened a newly expanded distribution centre in Schnelldorf, Germany. Backed by EUR 180 million, the hub specialises in life sciences. The science and technology company has enlarged the site by 25,000 sqm, adding almost double the space for a new manual down... plus