Digitised process cuts CO2 at port of Gothenburg 
The port of Gothenburg has introduced "Digital Port Call," a platform aimed at digitalising the vessel arrival process to boost efficiency and sustainability. As Scandinavia's largest port, with 6,000 annual ship calls, the hub requires extensive coordination among... more
New CO2 emission standards for HDVs
Yesterday, 13 May 2024, the council of the European Union adopted the regulation on CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles (HDV), amending and strengthening the existing EU rules. The revisions will make almost all new heavy-duty vehicles with certified CO2 emissions... more
Cargo’s contribution to record performance
For the financial year ended 31 March 2024, Dubai-based Emirates Group reports its best-ever financial performance with a record profit of AED 18.7 billion (USD 5.1 billion), up 71% from last year, record revenue, and a record level of cash assets. Despite continued... more
Railways versus gigaliners
A majority of citizens in eight countries of the European Union (EU) say no to ‘mega trucks’ - lorries with a weight of 44 t or more and a length of 30 m - and favour combined transport over bigger and heavier trucks. These results were found in surveys conducted in nine EU... more
A pallet procurement partner
The Bewital Group, a producer of animal feed, is cooperating on the purchasing of pallets with digital trading platform Pacurion. The companies share regional roots in North Rhine-Westphalia (Germany). Pacurion will support Bewital’s annual requirement for 100,000 load carriers.... more
Decarbonisation to boost green jobs in maritime
According to the Global Maritime Forum, the decarbonisation of the maritime sector presents a major economic opportunity, potentially creating up to four million green jobs by 2050. This shift is driven by the need for the industry, which currently produces 3% of global CO2... more
Codognotto kicks off Dubai air cargo service
Following the inauguration of its new UAE hub, the Codognotto Group has launched weekly air consolidation services between Dubai and Milan. The new offering, which has been in operation since mid-April, enables customers to ship goods at fixed rates between Italy and the UAE.... more
A relief shipment to Kabul
Bolloré Logistics aid & relief team in UAE was awarded a contract to facilitate the transport of 180 t of temperature-sensitive medication from Dubai to Kabul for a humanitarian organisation. The temperature-controlled shipment required meticulous planning and execution to... more
Magnix picks CEO
Magnix, which specialises in electric power systems for the aviation industry, has named Reed Macdonald as chief executive officer (CEO). With more than 25 years’ experience in aerospace, finance, defence, and manufacturing, Macdonald has held several board and senior... more
Regional HQ for intermodal services
The intermodal business remains a strategic focus for Odyssey Logistics: The company has established a new intermodal division headquarters in Lombard, IL (USA), outside the Chicago area. This move reinforces Odyssey’s ongoing strategy to integrate its legacy brands and... more