New e-truck joins UK fleet
After a period of trials, UK-based Sparks Transport has taken delivery of a Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit. The haulier will use it predominately to deliver Refresco beverages to Retailer Tesco stores. The new truck is powered by three electrical motors which generate... more
Bolloré expands in Poland
Following its recent activity in Ireland, Bolloré Logistics is now also completing its move to a new office in Warsaw, Poland. Centrally located, the new hub enables access to Warsaw’s city centre. It also connects Bolloré to the nearby airport as well as road transport... more
Ralph van Eijk to head GSSA network
Neutral Air Partner (NAP) has appointed seasoned aviation executive Ralph van Eijk as head of GSSA network and airline development. Van Eijk brings two decades of experience in the aviation cargo industry, having held various positions in multiple airlines, including Korean Air... more
Porto Chibatão's game changers
Porto Chibatão, a major port operator in Brazil, has integrated four Lieberherr LBS 800 barge-slewing cranes into its operations. They are the largest harbour cranes over floating piers globally, with a special boom length of 66 m and a 9.6 m tower extension, enhancing... more
30 energy efficient locos for Brazil
The Brazilian provider MRS Logistica has signed an agreement with the manufacturer Wabtec for 30 new Evolution Series locomotives. The deal is valued at BRL 500 million (EUR 93.4 million) and the first deliveries are scheduled for 2024. These additions will allow MRS to... more
More business in retail beyond obvious candidates
It does't necessarily have to be China and India all the time. The Chicago-founded consultancy Kearney draws a number of conclusions from its latest Global Retail Development Index (GRDI) and sees the global retail landscape "at the crossroads." The report is a... more
Antonov Airlines still performing worldwide
Tomorrow, 24 February 2024, marks the second anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Although the Eastern European country is considering a resumption of civil air traffic, its realisation is still far from being on the agenda. Meanwhile, Antonov Airlines continues... more
Sennder picks new COO
The European digital road freight forwarder Sennder has added a high-profile executive to its management team: Katherine Boesen assumed the newly created position of chief commercial officer (CCO) in February 2024. This appointment is part of Sennder's strategy to expand its... more
Cutting carbon emissions by 90%
Hoyer has ordered 165 DAF XG 480 4x2 tractors to renew its fleet. To be delivered in the coming months, the new trucks will be stationed in Germany, the Netherlands, and Poland and be deployed for services throughout Europe. They are equipped with the latest safety systems and... more
Asia's first biofuel barge sets sail
Vitol Bunkers has acquired its first specialised bunker barge, the "Marine Future", in Singapore, enhancing its presence in Asia's growing biofuel bunker market. This IMO type 2 notation tanker can supply biofuel blends like B24, B30, and up to B100, in accordance with... more