Doug Caylor joins Ports of Indiana 
Maritime sales veteran Doug Caylor has joined Ports of Indiana as business development director. With 30 years of industry experience, Caylor brings deep expertise from past roles at Castlen Terminals, ACBL, Arrow Material Services and the Mid-Ship Group with him. He’ll focus... more
Emirates adding Narita to freighter network
One month from today, on 24 May 2025, Emirates SkyCargo will take off with a dedicated weekly freighter service from Dubai World Central Airport (DWC) to Narita International Airport (NRT), marking the first direct and scheduled cargo link between the airport in Tokyo and the... more
ETF rejects EU study on drivers’ rest
The European Transport Workers’ Federation (ETF) has strongly criticised a recent EU-funded study proposing that drivers be allowed to take regular rest periods in vehicle cabins when parked in Safe and Secure Parking Areas (SSPAs). ETF argues that the recommendations... more
“Curiosity of the Day” 
The giant anteater doesn’t produce any stomach acid of its own. It uses the acid of its prey to help it digest. more
Sino-European vehicle logistics pact
The Association of European Vehicle Logistics (ECG) and the China Automotive Logistics Association (Cala) have signed a strategic agreement to strengthen international collaboration in finished vehicle logistics. Signed in Shanghai, the agreement aims to promote efficiency,... more
Long gone
Far more air cargo than before Covid-19. There’s not a cloud in the sky over the Iberian Peninsula’s airfreight markets, as the latest figures and initiatives on the ground and in the air show. more
Cargo JV in Europe, Middle East, Southeast Asia
IAG Cargo, Maskargo and Qatar Airways Cargo have announced plans to form a global joint freight business. Subject to regulatory approval, the partnership will enhance connectivity, offer new routes and streamline services for customers worldwide. The joint network will... more
Toyota Motor Europe honours UECC’s sustainability
Toyota Motor Europe (TME) has awarded United European Car Carriers (UECC) its 2025 ‘Sustainability Achievement Award’ for reducing the carbon footprint of Toyota’s European logistics operations. The Oslo-based shortsea ro-ro operator was recognised for transporting over... more
Moritz Eichhöfer appointed CEO of GLS Germany
Moritz Eichhöfer became chief executive officer of GLS Germany on 1 April, succeeding Dr Achim Dünnwald. The latter will now oversee Central Europe as its group area managing director in the GLS Group. Eichhöfer has held various leadership roles at GLS for eight years, most... more
Maersk opens Dakar warehouse
Maersk has opened its first integrated logistics hub in Senegal, expanding its West Africa footprint with a 10,000 m² facility near the port of Dakar. The site offers 5,000 m² of indoor storage, 500 m² of outdoor space and over 7,000 pallet slots. Designed to support regional... more