Schmitz Cargobull Italy: passing the baton 
Mirko Marraccini took over as country manager Italy at Schmitz Cargobull on 1 January 2024. He replaces Vincenzo Zaghi, who retired on 31 December 2023. "We would like to thank Zaghi for his outstanding work and dedication over the past 18 years. At the same time, I am... more
Iata Ceiv Li-batt for Etihad Cargo
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has achieved the International Air Transport Association's centre of excellence for independent validators lithium batteries (Ceiv Li-batt) certification. The carrier is the third Middle Eastern airline to attain this... more
Relief from Brindisi to Gaza
The cargo division of Air Partner, a global full-service logistics provider headquartered in London, recently completed a cargo operation to transport 92 t of humanitarian relief for people in Gaza, a total of over 39,000 items including blankets, fleeces, and hygiene kits.... more
Hupac updates Netherlands - Poland schedule
The Swiss intermodal specialist is adjusting its timetable. As of 5 February 2024, the trains between Rotterdam CLDN and Warsaw/Hupac Brwinów will run with an improved schedule which involves later closing times at both terminals. The service will provide smooth ongoing... more
A divided path to growth
Cargotec's board has approved a plan to split off Kalmar as a standalone company, pending approval at the AGM on 30 May 2024, with completion targeted for 30 June 2024. Supported by major shareholders, the move is intended to allow both Cargotec and Kalmar to pursue... more
Improving ETAs, minimising delays
Bluebox Systems’ new product aims to improve real-time ETA information and arrival time calculations, benefitting both shippers and transport companies. The challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic and recent tensions have shown the vulnerability of supply chains, making accurate... more
GB Railfreight launches intermodal service
The carrier will run five scheduled trains a week from DP World London Gateway to iPort Doncaster, using new FEA-G intermodal wagons. Each of these high-density twin wagons can carry six teu, which increases the volume of cargo that can be transported. The new train allows... more
Rotterdam Port Authority bridges the gap
Boudewijn Siemons has been appointed CEO of the Port of Rotterdam Authority, effective 1 February 2024. He had been serving as CEO on an interim basis in addition to his duties as COO since Allard Castelein left the authority last summer. The executive board now consists of... more
Milan in the lead, Rome battling hard
While almost 200 million passengers flew to and from Italy’s airports in 2023, the current economic and geopolitical situation led to a slight decline in freight traffic. According to the national airport association Assaeroporti, 1.039 million t of airfreight were... more
AIT picks a Dutch spare part
Chicago-headquartered AIT Worldwide Logistics has acquired Global Transport Solutions Group (GTS). The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The international freight forwarder specialises in time-critical marine spare parts logistics and is based in the Netherlands.... more