How bad is the situation in Shenzhen? 
In its recent analysis, Chicago-based software developer and intelligence provider Four Kites reports that China’s zero-Covid policy is having a severe impact on the supply chains across the country. At Shenzhen, normally the country’s second busiest port, a trend of sharply... more
American P&I Club: major changes at the helm
On 1 August 2022, Joe Hughes will stand down from his role as CEO of Shipowners Claims Bureau (SCB), the managers of the American P&I Club, after 27 years of service. Dorothea Ioannou, currently deputy chief operating officer of SCB, will succeed Hughes as CEO from that... more
Albatros-Express improves hinterland connections
TFG Transfracht is expanding its Albatros Express services in Germany as of 11 April 2022. The train will offer two more departures to the German sea ports to both the Dortmund and Frankfurt routes, bringing the number of runs from Frankfurt to the seaports up to twelve. The... more
Breaking ground in Rayong, Thailand
With its partner Ratanakorn Asset Management, the FLS Group recently broke ground on its new supply chain centre in Rayong, Thailand. The 40,000 sqm site will be serving both the Maptaphut and Ban Khai industrial estates. The warehouse is intended to store hazardous... more
Westjet Cargo and GTA Group expand partnership
Westjet Cargo and the GTA Group are entering a long-term partnership to support the expansion and growth of domestic cargo opportunities for both businesses. Beginning in 2022, Westjet Cargo will partner with the GTA Group to increase shipping capacity using four dedicated... more
E-trucks for sustainable mining operations
Scania and LKAB are joining forces to operate sustainable vehicles in LKAB’s mines. An electric Scania heavy tipper will operate in the LKAB mine in Malmberget, in northern Sweden, alongside an electric crane truck specially adapted for these mining operations. The heavy... more
Alaska Air welcomes Amy Wilson and Mike Narowski
Amy Wilson has been appointed regional cargo sales manager, Pacific Northwest and Mountain. She is a valued Alaska Air Cargo team member who has supported the national cargo accounts for more than a decade. Wilson is based in Seattle. Mike Narowski has been promoted new... more
Wan Hai's next investment
Demand for maritime cargo capacities remains high, with prices still soaring. The German Danz und Tietjens Schiffahrtsgruppe sold a vessel to the Chinese liner Wan Hai for almost USD 110 million. The German company had bought the 5,500 teu unit “Allegoria”, which was built... more
DTM appoints Leigh Goodland
Tyre management specialist Direct Tyre Management (DTM) has appointed Leigh Goodland as managing director. She brings 25 years’ experience in commercial transport, logistics and vehicle fleet management. “Part of our strategy is to reduce the number of tyres used, through... more
Joint declaration against wildlife trafficking
Ecuador's aviation industry has signed a joint statement reaffirming its commitment to fight against illegal wildlife trafficking. Represented by Iata, the Latin American & Caribbean Air Transport Association (Alta) and others, it called on the national government to... more