Expanding in French overseas territories 
The French Balguerie Group is set to take over Bolloré Logistics’ operations in various locations in the Caribbean and Polynesia. These activities must be purchased from CMA CGM. After a competitive bidding process in line with European and Polynesian regulations, Balguerie... more
A rapid growth in Mexico
Samsara has opened a new office in Mexico City following quick growth since it entered the country's market in 2019. Meanwhile five of Mexico’s top ten trucking companies are Samsara customers, the IoT specialist said. To meet this increasing demand, Samsara expects to... more
An eco-friendly transformation
Marine technology company Ocean Infinity is making its Armada fleet more sustainable and aiming for net-zero emissions by 2040. Its strategy comprises enhanced vessel design, operational efficiency, and the integration of innovative technologies. One notable initiative involves... more
KLM flies Koalas
Ouwehands Zoo in Rhenen welcomed three koalas to their custom-built habitat called "Koalia", marking a special occasion because, apart from being the only koalas in the Netherlands, they are the first to set foot on Dutch soil - after having been travelling with Air... more
Handing over the baton at WSC
The board of the World Shipping Council (WSC) has appointed Joe Kramek as its new president and CEO, to succeed John Butler when he retires at the end of July. Kramek brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role, from both the maritime sector and government... more
Combined waste transport minimises CO2 emissions
In cooperation with ÖBB TSA and Brandl Transportlogistik, the Rail Cargo Group (RCG) transported the first tonnes of municipal waste for the Austrian waste management company Wastelog in 2023. The combination of rail and road transport shows the strength of multimodal logistics... more
IAG Cargo to return to Abu Dhabi
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), is starting its summer schedule which will increase the number of services between the carrier’s core hubs in London, Madrid, Barcelona and Dublin to destinations worldwide. As part of the new schedule,... more
Changing of the guard at Royal Mail Group
International Distributions Services (IDS) has named Emma Gilthorpe as CEO of Royal Mail Group. She will join the company on 1 May 2024 and will work closely with Martin Seidenberg, Group CEO of IDS, before assuming responsibility for Royal Mail Group in the summer. During this... more
More logistics capacities near Stuttgart
Prologis began building a new hub in Illingen, near Stuttgart, on 17 April. 13,000 sqm of the 45,000 sqm site will be used as a logistics centre for operations in the Rhein-Neckar-Region. It is to be completed by the end of the year. The second part of the plot is intended... more
First logisticians to test eActros 600s at work
The first two test vehicles of the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 for long-distance haulage will go to Contargo and Remondis, Daimler said. Contargo will use its e-truck for several months for the transport of containers between the port of Wörth am Rhein and various loading and... more