MOL named ‘Nadeshiko Brand’ for fifth year running 
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has again been selected as a ‘Nadeshiko Brand’ by Japan’s ministry for the economy, trade and industry and the Tokyo stock exchange. The distinction highlights TSE-listed companies that promote gender equality and empower women in the workplace. MOL... more
Come and meet us at ‘transport logistic’ in Munich!
Our industry worldwide has one clear goal – the ‘transport logistic’ trade fair in Munich, which is taking place from 2 to 5 June this year. The International Transport Journal ITJ, which has been a part of the Logismedia Group since November 2024, will once again be present... more
Glauco Martinelli – farewell to a pioneer!
The air cargo community bids farewell to Glauco Martinelli, founder of ATC and a pioneer of GSA representation in Italy. Martinelli passed away on 27 March 2025. His career began in 1960 with BOAC, followed by senior cargo roles at South African Airways and Alitalia. In 1979,... more
New interim director of FOT
Martin von Känel will assume the role of interim director of the Swiss Federal Office of Transport (FOT) today, 1 April. He’s been a deputy-director since December 2023 and until most recently led the financing division. Prior to joining FOT, von Känel was CEO of Martigny et... more
Grose to manage Maersk in Canada
Maersk has appointed Michelle Grose as its new area managing director and president for Canada, effective 1 April. She’ll be based in Toronto and lead the company’s growing logistics operations in the Canadian market. A native of the greater Toronto area, Grose brings over 20... more
Serre to lead ProLogistik in France
The ProLogistik Group has named Frédéric Serre as managing director of its French subsidiary, formerly called DSIA. With more than 30 years of international leadership experience in tech-driven businesses, Serre is expected to support the group’s growth and innovation agenda.... more
Behrens becomes Deugro CCO
Project logistics specialist Deugro has appointed Steffen Behrens as its new chief commercial officer (CCO), effective immediately. Behrens, who joined Deugro in 2017, previously served as president for the Middle East and played a key role in the company’s regional... more
Stortz to head Marseille Fos development council
On 25 March Mathieu Stortz was elected president of the development council of the port of Marseille Fos for a five-year term, succeeding Jean-François Suhas. Stortz, who previously served as vice-president of the council and is managing director of the Compagnie Nationale du... more
30th anniversary marked in Shanghai and Mumbai
Singapore-based AAL Shipping celebrated its 30th anniversary with major events at WBX Shanghai (photo) and the 'Mega Cargo Show' in Mumbai this March. In Shanghai, AAL welcomed over 1,500 visitors to its stand and hosted a client dinner, highlighting its 27-year presence in... more
Trade Tech to boost customs capabilities
Trade Tech has named Mike Cooney senior systems analyst for customs entry, strengthening its regulatory expertise. Cooney brings over 30 years of experience with CBP with him and was instrumental in shaping the ‘automated commercial environment’ (ACE). His appointment... more