New helpline for female seafarers 
On this year's International Women’s Day (8 March), the maritime welfare charity Sailors’ Society launched a dedicated 24/7 helpline for female seafarers and cadets. Funded by marine insurer Skuld, the service offers confidential emotional support, crisis assistance and... more
French shipping giant investing in US logistics
The CMA CGM Group has announced a USD 20 billion investment scheme over the next four years to strengthen its role in the US maritime economy, expand logistics infrastructure and create 10,000 new jobs. The shipping giant, which operates in 40 US states and employs 15,000... more
New M&M office in Taiwan
Militzer & Münch has further strengthened its network in Asia with the launch of M&M Militzer & Münch Taiwan in Taipei on 3 February. The expansion follows the company’s continuous growth in the region, including China, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Indonesia,... more
Renault Trucks charging partnership
Renault Trucks Switzerland has partnered with Avia Volt to offer customers a package for transitioning to electromobility. From January 2025 Avia Volt will provide expertise in charging infrastructure, complementing Renault Trucks' focus on vehicle technology, as the company... more
Fire risk in port equipment – TT Club urges action
Insurance provider TT Club warns that fire remains a leading cause of damage to port and terminal equipment, accounting for 19% of nearly 1,600 fire-related claims over the past decade. Beyond financial losses and operational disruptions, fires pose a major safety risk to... more
Volsdal named PostNord Norway CEO
Jan Volsdal will take over as CEO of PostNord Norway on 1 May, bringing extensive experience from the transport and logistics sector with him. He joins from Torghatten, one of Norway’s leading ferry and express boat operators, and previously held leadership roles at... more
“Curiosity of the Day” 
There are less women in the boardrooms of the USA than there are men called John. more
Harder Logistics relocating HQ in October
Harder Logistics has announced plans to move its headquarters to the Riffelbank industrial area in Neu-Ulm (Germany) by October 2025, as the company reports. The new facility will feature a 4,800 m² logistics hall, office space and additional outdoor logistics areas on a 30,000... more
EU transport – BGL, FNTR, NLA report issues
The leaders of the common road transport office of BGL, FNTR and NLA first met members of the European Parliament, and then the general director of the the European Commission's General Directorate Move, to discuss key issues in road freight transport. As the company reports,... more
Growing RIX wants to attract even more cargo
Cargo volumes at Riga airport (RIX) have risen by over 20% since early 2024, driven by Lufthansa Cargo’s regular connection. More than 3,000 t have been processed this year. Meanwhile, the airport has launched a tender for the first phase of reconstructing apron 4,... more