German supply chain strategies evolving 
Yesterday, 9 April, saw logistics experts discuss the resilience of supply chains in an online press conference in preparation for Germany’s ‘Tag der Logistik’ (logistics day) today, 10 April. The IFO Institute’s Dr Klaus Wohlrabe presented new survey findings, showing increased... more
Mark Slade now in Canada – for DP World
DP World has appointed Mark Slade as its new vice-president for freight forwarding in Canada. He’ll be based in Vancouver and will lead the development of the group’s forwarding operations in Canada. Slade brings nearly 30 years of industry experience with him, having held... more
Ethiopian Cargo launches Macao–Madrid route
Ethiopian Airlines is continuing to expand its cargo network; it has now launched a new Macao–Madrid route. According to the Xinhua news agency a Boeing B777F departed from Macao airport on 3 April, marking the start of twice-weekly flights offering capacities of 400 t per... more
Gondolas, boats, and snowshoes at DHL
DHL Group uses a wide range of solutions to deliver packages in hard-to-reach locations worldwide. In Venice, deliveries are made by gondola through the city's canals. Germany’s highest post office, on the Zugspitze mountain, is served by cable car, ensuring daily deliveries... more
Transgourmet’s electric fleet growing
Transgourmet Switzerland is expanding its electric truck fleet with the recent addition of a Renault Trucks ‘D Wide E-Tech 4x2’, based at its regional centre in Kriens. The company, which runs eleven logistics centres and a fleet of 300 vehicles, prioritises high... more
Duvenbeck expanding into Asia
The Duvenbeck Group has named David Dudek as its China representative to drive the German company’s strategic expansion into the Asian market. Dudek will be based in Hong Kong and lead the launch of Duvenbeck’s first subsidiary in Asia, strengthening its presence in one of... more
Skyway Airlines picks Hactl for first international services
The new Filipino cargo carrier Skyway Airlines has appointed Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) as its handling agent for new freighter services to and from Hong Kong. Hactl will provide terminal and ramp handling and documentation. Skyway launched the service... more
Tenders for terminals in northern Angola
The Angolan government has launched an invitation to tender for the 20-year concession to run passenger and cargo terminals in the ports of Cabinda and Soyo, in the northern province of Zaire. Investors have 40 working days from the publication of the notice in the ‘Jornal de... more
Rail shippers gathering in Chicago
The North American Rail Shippers Association (Nars) will hold its annual meeting from 7-9 May at the Swissôtel in Chicago. Under the theme of ‘A Time for Resilience’ the event will gather leaders from the shipping, regulatory, supplier and carrier sectors to exchange insights... more
Hubtex acquires Genkinger
The Hubtex Group has acquired 100% of the shares in Genkinger, aiming to strengthen its international presence and enhance synergies. The integration brings together expertise in industrial forklifts, special vehicles and attachments. Hubtex wants to retain and expand the... more