First ‘SkyCourier’ delivered to Canada 

Textron Aviation has delivered the first Cessna ‘SkyCourier’ twin turboprop in Canada to Air Bravo Corporation, a passenger, cargo and air ambulance operator based in Ontario. The freighter variant will support cargo transport across the region. Designed for single-pilot... more
Counting Kiwis’ cargo 

The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (Aapa) has welcomed Air New Zealand as its newest member, strengthening regional collaboration on sustainability, supply chain recovery, and cross-border travel. Aapa director-general Subhas Menon stated that “Air New Zealand’s global... more
New wind in Saudi automotive sector 

The German transport group Mosolf, the Saudi shipping line Bahri and the Saudi investment company Tasaru have joined forces to form a new JV. Together they’ll create an all-round package for vehicle manufacturers and importers of passenger cars, light commercial vehicles and... more
Chefs Culinar optimises route planning with Descartes 

Chefs Culinar is integrating the Descartes ‘Route Planner’ to enhance route optimisation and delivery efficiency in its European distribution network. The foods service wholesaler will link the system with its ERP and telematics platforms. “With Descartes we can ensure... more
PIK’s longest piece of cargo 

Glasgow Prestwick airport (PIK) has handled its longest-ever cargo, a 20.4 m, 24 t consignment for the oil and gas sector, flown in from Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia). Two additional 12.2-m components were also transported for onward delivery to Aberdeen. The freight was offloaded... more
“Curiosity of the Day” 
Taller men marry earlier, but shorter men have longer relationships. more
Jaxport completes vehicle expansion project phase 

Contractors have completed the expansion of Jaxport’s berth 22 at the Blount Island Marine Terminal, allowing it to accommodate larger vehicle carriers up to 750 ft long. This project is the first of two vehicle projects that are part of a USD 60 million initiative designed... more
Infrastructure measures bolster safety and efficiency 

Norfolk Southern Railways completed infrastructure improvements worth USD 1 billion in 2024 in its US network. The projects were completed throughout the class I railway’s 22-state network and are designed to deliver safe and resilient services. The railway’s engineering team... more
Firefighting equipment in Panattoni Park Graz Süd 

Magirus Lohr, a manufacturer of firefighting vehicles, has moved into the Panattoni Park Graz Süd, thus strengthening its logistics and warehousing operations. The 2,050 m² site, located in Wagna (Austria), provides storage solutions for firefighting equipment, including fire... more
15 in 15 for UBV 

The UBV Group has acquired 100% of ISL Nardi, a Milan-based logistician that specialises in international forwarding. The acquisition has been designed to strengthen UBV’s market position and supports its growth strategy, which focuses on Europe and Asia. ISL Nardi operates... more