Damen unveils fuel-flexible tug 
Damen Shipyards is preparing for future maritime challenges with the development of the ASD Tug 2812 FF, a fuel-flexible tug designed to operate on various dual-fuel arrangements. Anticipating the need for zero emissions by 2050, Damen aims to have the first vessels operational... more
Western Canada – eastern Australia 
Ambercor transports two mobile drilling rigs. The size of the consignment wasn’t the only challenge facing a heavy transport operation recently carried out by the Canadian specialist Ambercor Shipping. An insect measuring only about 1.5 cm across had to be taken into account... more
Laurels for outstanding supply chain achievements
Since 2015 the Swiss Logistics Foundation has nominated eminent industry executives for the ‘Swiss Supply Chain Hall of Fame’ for their outstanding achievements in Switzerland’s supply, supply chain, logistics and transport sectors. The jury unanimously elected Hansruedi... more
An intermodal JV in the Balkans
The Rail Cargo Group (RCG), an Austrian railway logistician, and the Serbian forwarder Transfera have signed an agreement to found a joint venture. Based in Belgrade (Serbia), it will initially focus on the development of intermodal logistics solutions, with the portfolio to be... more
Emanuele Grimaldi receives ESG Shipping Award
Emanuele Grimaldi, chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and managing director of Grimaldi Group, was awarded the honorary recognition award at the ESG Shipping Awards in recognition of his significant contribution to the global maritime industry. The second... more
Cooperation on the Nis–Wels route
The Serbian terminal operator and combined transport provider MBox is partnering with the German company Kombiverkehr to offer train services with three weekly departures in both directions. Kombiverkehr runs direct trains from the Wels hub terminal in Austria to Duisburg... more
Rhenus reflects on Swiss operations
Rhenus looks back with satisfaction on its 2023 business year in the Swiss market, with Rhenus Alpina introducing numerous innovations in sustainability and automation last year. The logistics service provider opened Switzerland's first autonomous mobile robot (AMR) facility in... more
Thordon Bearings to retrofit Panama tugs
Thordon Bearings has secured a contract to retrofit the tailshaft bearings of 32 tugs, pilot vessels, and workboats in Panama with water-lubricated polymer bearings. This follows the successful conversion of twelve twin-screw tugs last year. The upgrades will be carried out... more
Iata Ceiv Pharma accreditation for Nairobi
Menzies Aviation-Siginon Aviation, a strategic partnership that provides cargo handling services in Kenya, has been awarded the Iata Ceiv Pharma accreditation for its recently expanded facility in Nairobi, Kenya. This marks the seventh Menzies Aviation location to be awarded the... more
Moving towards more sustainable mobility
The Domdidier (Switzerland)-based transport and logistics company Von Bergen is celebrating its 130th anniversary and taking a significant step in its energy transition strategy. As part of an ongoing drive towards greater sustainability, the company recently completed the... more