TCA picks facilitator 
The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA), the only trade association that focuses exclusively on the truckload segment of the motor carrier industry, has hired Steve Phillips as a facilitator for the TCA profitability programme. He brings over thirty years of experience in... more
Pushing railfreight for Eurasian routes
In response to current challenges in the seafreight market, Cargo-Partner has introduced new rail services between Europe and Asia. In February, for example, the logistics company handled a transport from Thailand to Slovakia via China and Poland for a European electronics... more
A Welcome for three dollars
Elcome International has introduced ‘Welcome’, a new pay-as-you-go satellite internet service for ships and offshore installations worldwide, powered by Starlink. It offers high-speed, low-latency internet access without fixed monthly fees. Available in international waters... more
"Curiosity of the Day" 
The uterus of female rabbits can contain embryos of different ages at the same time. more
Corsair finds the path
The French long-haul regular carrier Corsair is the first airline to subscribe to "Pathfinder", an innovative web-based track and trace system developed by the in-house "cargo digital factory" experts of ECS Group. Developed in 2019, the software is now... more
New general manager, new vessel
David Symes (right), the recently appointed general manager of Mann Lines, is expecting a new – longer, more efficient, and more ecological – ro-ro vessel for the Turku route. It is currently being built at the Cantieri Navali Visentini shipyard near Venice. It will be a hybrid... more
Fun and games in Mexico City
Mexico City will host Maersk’s newest partnership in the local supply chain and logistics market. The company is working with Bandai Namco, a toy and game manufacturer, to support its distribution operations. Strategically located in the northern part of the city, the... more
NY invests in railfreight and port infrastructure
The USD 111.1 million will fund nearly 40 projects to modernise freight lines, freight yards and port facilities to enhance the safety and resiliency of cargo corridors in New York state. It will also help advance New York's climate goals, as railfreight has proven to be one of... more
A new HQ for West Asia
Ocean Network Express (ONE) has established its new West Asia regional headquarters in Dubai, aiming to enhance its presence and growth in the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East, and East Africa markets. The new office will serve as the shipping line’s central hub for... more
An attractive region
Preparing the first Logistics & Transport Expo in Thessaloniki. The Logistics & Transport Expo is set to take place in Thessaloniki for the first time from 11-13 April this year. Theodoros Dimitriadis, CEO of the experienced trade fair organiser O.Mind Creatives, gave ITJ editor... more