Gebrüder Weiss reports 2024 growth 
Gebrüder Weiss closed 2024 with EUR 2.71 billion in net revenue, a 10% increase over the previous year. The air and sea freight division saw the highest growth, rising 21% to EUR 939 million, driven by network expansion and increased transpacific trade, as the company reports.... more
Kale to support customs clearance at KIX
Kale Logistics Solutions has deployed its ‘Galaxy’ cargo management system at Japan's Kansai airport (KIX), automating customs clearance for the CKTS Company. The first phase has streamlined shipment triggering and document acceptance, reducing manual processes, delays and... more
New helpline for female seafarers
On this year's International Women’s Day (8 March), the maritime welfare charity Sailors’ Society launched a dedicated 24/7 helpline for female seafarers and cadets. Funded by marine insurer Skuld, the service offers confidential emotional support, crisis assistance and... more
French shipping giant investing in US logistics
The CMA CGM Group has announced a USD 20 billion investment scheme over the next four years to strengthen its role in the US maritime economy, expand logistics infrastructure and create 10,000 new jobs. The shipping giant, which operates in 40 US states and employs 15,000... more
New M&M office in Taiwan
Militzer & Münch has further strengthened its network in Asia with the launch of M&M Militzer & Münch Taiwan in Taipei on 3 February. The expansion follows the company’s continuous growth in the region, including China, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Indonesia,... more
Renault Trucks charging partnership
Renault Trucks Switzerland has partnered with Avia Volt to offer customers a package for transitioning to electromobility. From January 2025 Avia Volt will provide expertise in charging infrastructure, complementing Renault Trucks' focus on vehicle technology, as the company... more
Fire risk in port equipment – TT Club urges action
Insurance provider TT Club warns that fire remains a leading cause of damage to port and terminal equipment, accounting for 19% of nearly 1,600 fire-related claims over the past decade. Beyond financial losses and operational disruptions, fires pose a major safety risk to... more
Volsdal named PostNord Norway CEO
Jan Volsdal will take over as CEO of PostNord Norway on 1 May, bringing extensive experience from the transport and logistics sector with him. He joins from Torghatten, one of Norway’s leading ferry and express boat operators, and previously held leadership roles at... more
“Curiosity of the Day” 
There are less women in the boardrooms of the USA than there are men called John. more
Harder Logistics relocating HQ in October
Harder Logistics has announced plans to move its headquarters to the Riffelbank industrial area in Neu-Ulm (Germany) by October 2025, as the company reports. The new facility will feature a 4,800 m² logistics hall, office space and additional outdoor logistics areas on a 30,000... more