BNSF’s new express service halves transit times 
The US class I railway runs a new carload service from Pacific Northwest to Colorado and Utah, offering speeds comparable to road options. The route uses the new Sandpoint junction connector rail bridge, completed in 2022, allowing for two-way traffic on the bridge, which... more
IAPH pushes future fuels at CEM15 event in Brazil
At the clean energy ministerial meeting (CEM 15) which was held in Brazil this week, IAPH participated in the clean energy marine hubs (CEM Hubs) event, focusing on accelerating the development of renewable fuels transport. Greece, which represents 20% of global shipping,... more
Racing across the pond
Davies Turner continues to support the manufacturer Great British Sports Cars with its entry into markets in North America and beyond. Recently, the logistics provider shipped two iconic Zero vehicles from their home in the UK to the USA. As the cars were in kit form, they... more
Automation dispute triggers strikes in US ports
An ILA port strike in the USA, involving 45,000 dockworkers, began at midnight on 1 October, closing around 36 ports on the East and Gulf Coasts. This industrial action significantly affects nearly half of the country’s import and export activities, leading to disruptions and... more
Zambia Lobito rail project goes ahead
Once completed, a new rail corridor in southern Africa will provide an alternative route to international export markets and will offer the shortest route for export and imports, linking key mining regions, agricultural clusters and businesses in Zambia and Congo to the port of... more
Leaping into Latam
In its newest venture into the Latin American market Scan Global Logistics (SGL) is expanding into Argentina, Colombia and Brazil. It’ll also be enhancing its capacities in Mexico, Chile and Peru and is planning further investments in a number of countries on the continent to... more
A historic arrival at Puerto Aguadulce
Puerto Aguadulce recently made history by handling the "APL Fullerton", the largest capacity vessel ever to dock on the Colombian coast. The ship, operated by CMA CGM, has a capacity of 19,856 teu. This achievement highlights the terminal’s capability to manage... more
US-short line railroad founded
Omnitrax and the Ohio river Ports of Indiana have created a new switching railroad. The Mount Vernon Railroad will be operated by Omnitrax and manage rail operations at the Southwest Indiana port, supplying switching, sorting and various rail-related services for port customers.... more
And the YLP award 2024 goes to ...
At the 2024 Fiata World Congress held in Panama City, Panama, the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (Fiata) and TT Club, a provider of insurance and risk management services for the international freight transport sector announced the global winner of... more
Fresh from Angola to global markets
Fuelled by the carrier's commercial dynamics and cargo business development, Taag Angola Airlines will facilitate cargo transport on behalf of several customers, covering intercontinental destinations and promoting the Luanda hub. Angola’s flag carrier and Habana Forwarding... more