Noerpel needs more space 
The Noerpel group is setting up a new logistics centre on a 50,000 sqm plot in Heidenheim (Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany). The real estate will be built just beside the company’s local freight forwarding branch. “We need this new building because we were able to expand our... plus
Sweets for the world
The Swiss sweet manufacturer Ricola exports herbal specialities to more than 50 countries. The logistics services provider Dachser has been making sure that the products arrive punctually at their destination for more than ten years now. "Our specialists monitor ongoing... plus
Rabelink acquires activities of Leusink Logistics
Rabelink Logistics has taken over the activities of Leusink Logistics. The logistics services provider from Gaanderen, the Netherlands, filed for bankruptcy on 18 February 2020. Just three days later, Rabelink, a subsidiary of Huttemann, was able to close a deal with the... plus
Kontainers expands Enterprise capabilities
Kontainers, an e-commerce software provider for freight brands, has added full trucking and air freight to its flagship product, Enterprise, which is designed for large freight brands with heavy transactional volumes and the need to highly customise interfaces. "As we... plus
Swiss start-ups challenge post
Swiss start-ups Annanow and Pickwings have formed a partnership to launch an alternative concept to Swiss Post's next-day offer for urban deliveries. "Nachtpaket" goes on stream in Zurich and, if the trial period proves successful, will be extended to a further ten... plus
Hellmann opens office in Szczecin
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has opened a new branch in Szczecin, Poland. The globally active logistics service provider uses the location in West Pomerania to handle its breakbulk distribution within Poland and abroad. Hellmann is now represented in Poland with a total of... plus
Grieshaber sets up new branch at Düsseldorf airport
For international customers with time-critical deliveries, Grieshaber Logistik consolidates ist air freight competence at a newly opened location at Düsseldorf airport (Germany). With short distances to all airlines and relevant service providers, the new hub processes all air... plus
QSL and Hans im Glück renew contract
The German hamburger chain "Hans im Glück" and Meyer Quick Service Logistics (QSL) have decided to continue their cooperation for the next five years. The partners have signed a new contract that will run to 2025. Thus, QSL will remain in charge of operative sales... plus
Rhenus takes over Malcolm Total Logistics in New Zealand
The Rhenus Group has entered into an agreement to buy 100% of the shares of the operating companies in the Malcolm Total Logistics Group. The company, founded in 1985 and headquartered in Auckland, offers services for the local market including air freight, sea freight, 3PL... plus
Geodis has grown in the USA
Geodis, the logistics division of the French rail SNCF, is maintaining steady profitability in a challenging international environment. The contract logistics business was buoyant in 2019, especially in the United States. Freight forwarding volumes came under pressure in the... plus