A Happy acquisition 
UPS is to acquire Happy Returns, a software and reverse logistics company, from PayPal. UPS CEO Carol B. Tomé: “By combining Happy Returns’ easy digital experience and established drop-off points with UPS’s small package network and footprint of close to 5,200 UPS Store... more
Converted locomotive to serve US port
A new eco-friendly locomotive will soon service the Jacksonville Port Authority’s (Jaxport’s) Talleyrand Marine Terminal. The unit is one of eight locomotives USA-wide which Watco is converting from diesel to battery power. The federal railroad administration (FRA), which... more
Harren Group: new ship management service
Harren Group, a German maritime services and logistics provider, has added Harren Ship Management to its portfolio in response to customer feedback on existing ship management services. Harren Ship Management adopts a holistic approach to ship management, prioritising a... more
ACS to expand in Australia
Air Charter Service has continued its Australian expansion plans, having already increased its team size by 50% this year. Now the aircraft charter specialist’s Sydney office is preparing for further growth by moving into a much larger space. Paul Crook, ACS’s Sydney office... more
Almost 200 horses under the hood
A total of 196 horses for dressage, show Jumping and eventing competitions will be transported by Latam Cargo to and from Chile to participate in the 2023 Pan American Games and then return to their homes. Through a complex operation, and in just three weeks, horses from the... more
Using tech for supply chain transparency
Rhenus Logistics is cooperating with software vendor Setlog to speed up supply chain digitalisation and data exchange. With Setlog’s Osca programme, customers can network with all partners along their supply chain. Holistic control of the entire supply chain is therefore... more
Driverless truck service to launch in Texas
Aurora has opened a commercial-ready terminal in Houston, TX, USA, in preparation for the driverless truck services it plans to launch in late 2024. With this new facility, the autonomous driver specialist can support driverless trucks on the lane between Dallas and Houston.... more
Electronic payment services for seafarers
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has introduced Martrust, a specialised payment service for seafarers on its vessels. Developed by the Marcura Group, Martrust offers e-wallet accounts and international debit cards to seafarers, enabling electronic payment services. This move aims... more
Operail: losses despite savings
To turn profitable, the Estonian railway wants to extend its business into foreign markets and increase the revenue base by investing the proceeds from the sale of assets into its expansion strategy. Further cost reductions would jeopardise rail freight capacity in Estonia,... more