Open nose, open skies 
Antonov Airlines has transported automotive parts from Indonesia and Vietnam to the USA to support increasing demand from vehicle manufacturers as plants across the states reopen. The open skies agreement between Ukraine and USA, which promotes an increase in travel, trade... more
Jumbo and SAL team up
The joint venture of Jumbo Shipping, the Dutch maritime heavy lift transport and engineering contractor, and SAL Heavy Lift, the Germany-based breakbulk and project cargo company, becomes effective today, 16 April 2021. Combining their fleets and all commercial activities,... more
Panama keeps low profile
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has decided to postpone the planned price increases on canal transit fees which were due to come into effect in mid-April. This decision was influenced by a joint letter sent by the associations International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), Asian... more
Bigger facilities in Baltimore and Charlotte
Seko Logistics has opened two new regional distribution hubs in Baltimore and Charlotte on the US East Coast. The new Baltimore operation offers over 48,000 sqm of warehouse space to support clients in the medical, e-commerce and defence sectors. Services include inspection... more
New policy director at CHBC
The California Hydrogen Business Council (CHBC) has appointed Sara Fitzsimon Nelson as its policy director. She joins from the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) as a legislative analyst, collaborating with coalition members to draft legislation, partnering with... more
More cargo flights to Europe, Asia and USA
Air Canada has announced that cargo-only flights will continue to provide additional capacity on international routes with new flights this month. Yesterday, 14 April 2021, the carrier introduced service to and from Basel-Mulhouse (photo showing the recent meeting of a... more
Coleman now CCO and CEO
Kevin Coleman has been named CEO, Canada of CJ Logistics America, in addition to his current role as chief customer officer (CCO). He joined the company as director, strategic partnerships in 2002. As both CEO, Canada, and CCO of CJ Logistics America, Coleman will oversee... more
BCG and Miebach join forces
Strategy consultancy Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and supply chain specialist Miebach Consulting have partnered to help companies around the world optimise their supply chains. "Global supply chains are becoming ever more complex in the face of increased trade... more
Better screening at USA's biggest mail facility
The International Mail Facility (IMF) at New York JFK has undergone a multi-million-dollar renovation. Troy Miller, senior official performing the duties of the commissioner: "I am immensely proud to cut this ribbon and step into a new era of narcotics detection and border... more
A peak in Long Beach
While the run on the US West Coast ports continues, the Port of Long Beach achieved its busiest month and the second-best quarter in its history in March 2021. Although March is traditionally one of the slowest months in the shipping calendar, throughput amounted to more... more