Geodis gains pharma certificate 
Geodis has gained a Iata certification for its pharmaceutical logistics in Australia, bringing the total number of its certified pharma sites to 29 globally. Designed by Iata’s Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators (Ceiv) specifically for the pharmaceutical sector,... more
Pumping up warehouse capacity
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics and Wilo, a pump manufacturer, have doubled the storage capacity at the site in Werne, Germany. Expanding the warehouse to 40,000 sqm, the companies are looking to strengthen their collaboration in this location, where Hellmann manages Wilo’s... more
Strengthening Singapore's e-commerce
Singpost is collaborating with Cainiao to enhance growth in Singapore’s cargo and logistics sector, with a particular focus on the e-commerce market. Having signed an MOU last week, the two companies are looking to tap into Southeast Asia’s expanding e-commerce market. They will... more
10,000 parcel stations in Italy
In a new partnership, DHL’s e-commerce division and Poste Italiane are working to establish 10,000 parcel stations in Italy. Project “Locker Italia” commenced on Monday with the inauguration of its parcel station in Rome, as the first of many stations planned in the country... more
Providing Porto Park for Aldi
Panattoni has leased a unit of its Porto hub to Aldi Portugal. On a total area of 76,209 sqm, Panattoni has developed two buildings featuring modules of various sizes. The 16,050 sqm unit now leased to Aldi is located in the almost fully occupied north warehouse, while modules... more
Two firsts for MOL
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has embarked on its first industrial real estate project in Australia and acquired interests in eleven hubs in the country. Located in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, the sites involve both existing and newly developed properties. They offer... more
Schenker sold to DSV
DSV is taking over DB Schenker in a EUR 14.3 billion deal with the Deutsche Bahn. This sale is the largest transaction in DB’s history, as its strong logistics team will now be integrated into DSV’s organisation. With plans to invest and expand in Germany within the next... more
USPS updates agreements
USPS has signed new agreements with package consolidators to adapt to a changing postal market and change the usage of negotiated service agreements. Under the new deal, USPS will discontinue its discounted rates offerings for packages entered by consolidators at post office... more
Fourteen units for Dagenham
Glencar has completed 14 grade A logistics units at Dagenham for a repeat customer to serve the Greater London area. Developed at the Dagenham logistics hub for Chancerygate, the units are in a range of sizes, from 600 sqm up to 3235 sqm, and may be used for diverse operations... more
Crossing 10,000 cranes
Mycrane now boasts an inventory of over 10,000 lifting machines, making its crane fleet one of the largest in the industry. The company set out to expand its fleet in 2021. It estimates that 30% of 100 fleet owners listed in the industry index of KHL IC100 have registered on the... more