An eye on customs processes 
Entering into a new strategic partnership. A provider of software solutions for the supply chain and a pioneer in process automation are aiming to simplify cross-border operations between France and Switzerland and to enhance efficiency in customs management. more
48% rise for women in management in a year 
Chapman Freeborn, a global air charter specialist, has reported a 48% increase in women in management positions over the past year, alongside a 9% rise in female employees. The enterprise, which provides charter solutions for passenger and cargo transport, has invested heavily... more
Geodis hires Devauges
The global transport and logistics provider Geodis has appointed Jean-Benoît Devauges as group general counsel. He joins the management board, chaired by CEO Marie-Christine Lombard, and the executive board, alongside Lombard and David-Olivier Tarac. Devauges began his... more
Battling the illegal wildlife trade
Emirates SkyCargo continues its fight against the illegal wildlife trade, reinforcing strict embargoes on trafficked species and hunting trophies. The airline actively disrupts illicit supply chains through rigorous screening, staff training and collaborations with... more
Cosco now links Contecon with Asia
Contecon Guayaquil has received the inaugural call of Cosco Shipping’s WSA5 service, the first direct link between Ecuador and Asia via Peru’s port of Chancay. The new service reduces transit time to Shanghai to 27 days, providing a faster and more reliable route for Ecuadorian... more
CTP completes logistics park in Brandenburg
CTP has finalised the development of a 27,300 sqm multifunctional logistics park in Linthe, Brandenburg (Germany). The site includes 15,500 sqm of newly-built space, featuring warehousing, office and social areas. Sustainability measures include photovoltaic systems and... more
New China–Europe rail service
KTZ Express, a subsidiary of KTZ, has partnered with China Railway Container Transport (CRCT) to introduce a new container service between China and Europe. The first train, carrying television components, has departed from Chengdu (China) destined for Łódź (Poland).... more
“Curiosity of the Day”
Razor blades for women are 40% more expensive on average than the corresponding products for men. more
Texan cats can fly!
Air Charter Service (ACS) arranged a special charter to transport 58 rescue cats from Houston TX to a sanctuary in Idaho (USA). A Metroliner III was selected as the most suitable aircraft for the 2,700 km journey. Richard Thompson, president of ACS Americas, explained... more
Javier Suárez to lead Knud E. Hansen
The maritime consultancy Knud E. Hansen from Denmark has announced a leadership change, with Javier Suárez succeeding Finn Wollesen Petersen as managing director on 1 March. The transition follows months of preparation, during which the two worked closely to ensure... more