Ambrogio intermodal buys 50 railcars 
The Czech manufacturer Nymwag recently delivered the new railcars to Ambrogio’s terminal in Gallarate, Italy. The 90 ft railcars have been seamlessly integrated into the intermodal operator’s own fleet and are already running on tracks all over Europe, the company said. The new... more
A new mindset for the charter business
A new software has been launched to introduce "cutting-edge software designed to connect carriers, brokers, and charter professionals into a single digital ecosystem". Aerios will be a separate company from Chartersync and an independent business within the Cargotech... more
Safety of seafarers a paramount concern
At a meeting in Milan on 13 April, Emanuele Grimaldi, chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), briefed the G7 transport ministers in Milan, on the maritime sector’s security concerns. Referring to the 25 seafarers from the “Galaxy Leader” who are still being... more
Geis wins gold and silver
IDS Logistik has chosen the winners of its Quality Ranking for 2023. Last year’s runner up Geis Bischoff Logistics in Ebersdorf reached the top of the podium for the first time. The silver medal goes to last year's third-placed company, Hans Geis in Kürnach. And, back on the... more
A Parisian forum for sustainable logistics
Segro recently opened the “house of sustainable logistics” in its Centre Paris Les Gobelins, located in the 13th arrondissement of the city, where it will host a series of events. On 26 March, a roundtable brought together industry experts to discuss topics centering on... more
Smartlynx appoints deputy CEO
Smartlynx Airlines, an Acmi, cargo, and charter provider, has appointed Jan Bělina as its deputy chief executive officer (D/CEO), where he will support the company's CEO, Edvinas Demenius in leading the airline's executive team and managing day-to-day operations. Bělina is... more
Demand for immediate release of “MSC Aries”
The International Association of Ports and Harbours (Iaph) joined the International Chamber of Shipping in calling for the immediate release of the crew and the MSC-chartered vessel, “MSC Aries”, following its seizure in the Persian Gulf yesterday, 15.04.2024. The “MSC... more
Optimising cargo operations in Budapest
Kale Logistics Solutions (Kale), a provider of technological solutions for the logistics industry, has begun to collaborate with Budapest airport (BUD), Hungary, to enhance cargo operations through the implementation of its airport cargo community system (ACS). The... more
Upgrading truck stops for tired truckies
Original: Truck drivers across the country will soon be able to stop at new and upgraded rest areas to improve road safety and productivity thanks to nearly $6.7 million in Australian Government funding. This funding is the first tranche of the Australian Government’s $140... more
Maersk expands to Sri Lanka
Logistics provider Maersk has opened a new 9,290 sqm facility in Wattala, Sri Lanka to focus on 3PL and export consolidation services. Wattala is located close to major trade routes and is only 11 km from the seaport. The warehouse can serve almost the entire Colombo market... more