Duvenbeck scaling e-fleet 
Duvenbeck has reported that it has launched series operations with Man’s ETGX ultra low-liner electric truck, running it between its Herne logistics hub and Volkswagen’s Wolfsburg plant. The e-truck uses public charging infrastructure and a charging station at Duvenbeck’s... more
Europe–Apac traffic surpasses 2019 levels
Eurocontrol’s latest ‘Aviation Trends’ has analysed air traffic between the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) region and the Asia-Pacific region (Apac) since 2019, highlighting the impact of the pandemic and the war in Ukraine. In 2024, traffic grew by 21%... more
Ferrari drives supply chain for aircraft manufacturer
Deutsche Aircraft has officially named Patricia Ferrari as its new vice-president for the supply chain, following her tenure as interim vice-president since May 2024. Ferrari will lead the company’s supply chain strategy, ensuring efficiency and sustainability as Deutsche... more
"Curiosity of the Day" 
Cocaine makes bees perform particularly excited waggle dances, which are usually performed to share information with other bees about the location of flowers yielding nectar and pollen. more
More trans-Pacific options in Seattle
Alaska Air Cargo and Hawaiian Air Cargo are launching new long-haul routes from Seattle, expanding their global networks. From 12 May daily nonstop services will connect Seattle (SEA) with Tokyo Narita (NRT), followed by Seoul Incheon (ICN) in October. Shipments can be booked... more
Trade Tech preparing UAE cargo security rules
Trade Tech is preparing for the UAE’s new ‘Maritime Pre-Load Cargo Information’ (MPCI) programme, which takes effect on 25 June, as the company has reported. The regulation requires electronic cargo data submission at least 24 hours before vessel loading at origin ports. The... more
RŽD Logistics delivery for EkoNiva
RŽD Logistics has organised the multimodal transport of equipment for EkoNiva, one of Russia’s largest agricultural holdings. The Saratov branch managed the February shipment, ensuring delivery through a combination of transport modes, including first and last-mile services,... more
HGT takes a majority stake in CNMP LH
Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT) has completed the acquisition of a 60% stake in CNMP LH from the Seafrigo Group. CNMP LH operates the Atlantique container terminal in Le Havre, a key hub for global trade. The Seafrigo Group retains a 40% share, continuing its focus on... more
Gebrüder Weiss reports 2024 growth
Gebrüder Weiss closed 2024 with EUR 2.71 billion in net revenue, a 10% increase over the previous year. The air and sea freight division saw the highest growth, rising 21% to EUR 939 million, driven by network expansion and increased transpacific trade, as the company reports.... more
Kale to support customs clearance at KIX
Kale Logistics Solutions has deployed its ‘Galaxy’ cargo management system at Japan's Kansai airport (KIX), automating customs clearance for the CKTS Company. The first phase has streamlined shipment triggering and document acceptance, reducing manual processes, delays and... more