Strategic partnership for automated customs processes 
Akanea, a French provider of supply chain software solutions, and Informatique 2000, a Geneva-based process automation specialist, have announced a strategic collaboration effort to offer innovative solutions to automate customs processes. The aim is to simplify and automate... more
Common ground for expo logistics
WCA World launched its newest network on 21 January, providing a platform for events and expo logistics activities. The ‘WCA Live Events & Expo Network’ is open to any logistics company with top-notch events expertise, be it for the FIFA World Cup, for example, or... more
Dachser doubling down up north
Dachser is taking over its Finnish joint venture that it’s operated together with Ace Logistics since 2013. The JV, Dachser Finland, was previously owned equally by both partners, and now Dachser has acquired Ace’s share. The move strengthens Dachser’s overland network in... more
Adding airfreight capacity in Saudi Arabia
Chapman Freeborn now works with Ajex Logistics Services to boost cargo and passenger activities in Saudi Arabia. With the kingdom’s ‘Vision 2030’ aiming to increase airfreight capacities to 4.5 million t a year, Chapman Freeborn can add to its offerings in the region.... more
CN Logistics launches international charter flights
The international logistics solutions provider CN Logistics has launched charter flights between Ezhou (China) and Milan (Italy). The service is part of a strategic partnership with Wuhan Financial Holdings and Hubei International Logistics, the organisation stated in a media... more
Transco founds new customs business
Transco established an independent customs services company on 1 January, expanding on its existing customs unit. Dubbed Transco Customs Solutions, the new company will comprise Transco’s previous activities in the field as well as those of Almundus Customs Services. This... more
Europa awarded double-A accreditation
Europa’s warehousing division has been awarded AA accreditation for its warehousing and packaging services in Corby (England). The entity called ‘Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standard’ awarded the rating to Europa’s storage of food and non-food packaging solutions, as... more
A TMS tool for transparency
The forwarder Craiss Generation Logistik is implementing a comprehensive TMS solution for its partnership with an automobile industry supplier. Continuing a three-decade partnership, Craiss is now looking to support the customer with supply chain and transport route... more
Dachser expands Iberian footprint
EUR 14 million to boost logistics capacities in Spain – Dachser is strengthening its position on the Iberian Peninsula with a new warehouse and office complex covering 12,000 sqm in the northeastern city of Saragossa. Building on its 75,000 sqm plot with an existing hub, the... more
Linking aerospace and aluminium
ThyssenKrupp Aerospace is set to source its specialised aluminium from Novelis, active in aluminium rolling and recycling. In a multi-year agreement, the companies will collaborate to cater to ThyssenKrupp’s need for aircraft-grade aluminium plates and sheets, leveraging... more