A long and fulfilling career with Meachers ![](fileadmin/templates/img/Engl_ohne_Schloss.png)
![](typo3temp/_processed_/b/9/csm_01_Meachers_01_e17d1fe4cb.png)
Meachers Global Logistics operations director Rob Lewis has retired after a long and successful career with the company, spanning 42 years. He was given a fond farewell at the end of March, while a warm welcome was extended to Sean Farrell, Meachers’ new import manager.... more
Benefits for customers, employees and drivers ![](fileadmin/templates/img/Engl_ohne_Schloss.png)
![](typo3temp/_processed_/0/9/csm_Roadrunner_02_00a7ddddf7.jpg)
Roadrunner has opened a new less-than-truckload (LTL) service centre in Atlanta, Georgia (USA). The two-building, cross-docking facility has 75 doors, a complete on-site mechanical shop with three full bays and inspection lane, parking for more than 300 trailers, new electric... more
International deal revamps Brazilian port ![](fileadmin/templates/img/Engl_ohne_Schloss.png)
![](typo3temp/_processed_/b/b/csm_wilson_76b1013edd.png)
Wilson Sons, a port-shipping logistics operator based in Brazil, is working with Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) and Bengal Tiger Line (BTL) to enhance maritime logistics on South America’s east coast. The partnership has introduced a feeder service with a hub at Rio Grande,... more
Yes to stricter CO2 targets for HDVs ![](fileadmin/templates/img/Engl_ohne_Schloss.png)
![](typo3temp/_processed_/e/0/csm_Road_PhotoACEA_5ec7668895.jpg)
The EU parliament adopted new rules to reduce pollution from heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) on Wednesday, 10 April 2024. The regulation addresses emissions from new trucks, buses, and trailers. CO2 emissions from large HDVs must be reduced by 45% for the period 2030-2034, by 65%... more
Continuity at DVF’s 40th general assembly ![](fileadmin/templates/img/Engl_ohne_Schloss.png)
![](typo3temp/_processed_/0/1/csm_K_240411_ZDVF_PHT0015_fe791af5c2.jpg)
At its annual general meeting, which took place in Berlin on 11 April 2024, the German Transport Forum (DVF) elected Pierre Dominique Prümm, executive board member for aviation and infrastructure at Fraport – he succeeds Stefan Schulte, CEO of Fraport in this role - and André... more
Inclusion in practice at Sievert Logistik ![](fileadmin/templates/img/Engl_ohne_Schloss.png)
![](typo3temp/_processed_/f/8/csm_01_Sievert_f0e09de17e.png)
Sievert Logistik has welcomed Holger Schönenberg, the first paraplegic professional truck driver, to its team. Based on the company’s Lengerich site, he will be deployed for tarpaulin transports. To make this possible, the transport and logistics services provider contracted... more
Nola to consolidate position as a trimodal hub ![](fileadmin/templates/img/Engl_ohne_Schloss.png)
![](typo3temp/_processed_/2/1/csm_NOPB_7155bdbda9.jpg)
The US port of New Orleans (Port Nola) has signed a new ten-year lease arrangement with Kearney Companies, a subsidiary of Precision Terminal Logistics (PTL). As part of the new lease, Kearney will make capital investments through Port Nola-approved facility upfits and... more
SAF now in fashion ![](fileadmin/templates/img/Engl_ohne_Schloss.png)
![](typo3temp/_processed_/0/3/csm_K_dgf-aviation_7c407befdb.jpg)
Prada Group has announced its first investment in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) credits, utilising DHL Global Forwarding's "Go Green Plus" service. By leveraging sustainable fuels, the global logistics services provider can support customers in effectively... more
Not just fun and games ![](fileadmin/templates/img/Engl_ohne_Schloss.png)
![](typo3temp/_processed_/2/b/csm_003_AP_Logistics_4d1177c930.jpg)
Toys R Us Asia has opened its new regional distribution hub in Shenzhen, China, in partnership with APL Logistics. The new site will support the toys manufacturer’s operations in Asia. Leveraging APL Logistics’ expertise in distribution and supply chain solutions, the company... more
Maritime piracy rises by 20% in early 2024 ![](fileadmin/templates/img/Engl_ohne_Schloss.png)
![](typo3temp/_processed_/1/3/csm_ITJ_vdr_36c05baa1d.png)
The International Maritime Bureau (IMB) and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) have reported a worrying 20% increase in pirate attacks on ships in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, with 33 incidents this year. Ships with German involvement... more