In time for peak fishing season
Starting today, 23 April 2024, Alaska Air Cargo’s freighter fleet will expand its reach to Los Angeles (LAX) – the first time its dedicated freighters, which serve 20 communities in the state of Alaska, will connect to cities beyond Seattle (SEA) in the lower 48. The two... more
A promotion for Quentin Schulte
Anacostia Rail Holdings (ARH) has appointed Quentin Schulte as president of its wholly owned subsidiary Northern Lines Railway (NLR). Schulte’s most recent position was NLR general manager. NLR is headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota and operates 40 km of BNSF trackage. Serving... more
A whole new leadership team
When Ascent Global Logistics, a provider of technology-enabled, expedited logistics and supply chain solution services, was acquired by an affiliate of H.I.G. Capital in December 2023, Ascent CEO Paul J. Martins formed a new executive leadership. Martins has served at the... more
A new partnership in Boston
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has awarded a cargo handling contract to Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) at another major airport gateway in North America. The new three-year agreement will see WFS, a member of Sats Group, handle cargo onboard SAS flights to and from Boston. The... more
Expanding in French overseas territories
The French Balguerie Group is set to take over Bolloré Logistics’ operations in various locations in the Caribbean and Polynesia. These activities must be purchased from CMA CGM. After a competitive bidding process in line with European and Polynesian regulations, Balguerie... more
A rapid growth in Mexico
Samsara has opened a new office in Mexico City following quick growth since it entered the country's market in 2019. Meanwhile five of Mexico’s top ten trucking companies are Samsara customers, the IoT specialist said. To meet this increasing demand, Samsara expects to... more
KLM flies Koalas
Ouwehands Zoo in Rhenen welcomed three koalas to their custom-built habitat called "Koalia", marking a special occasion because, apart from being the only koalas in the Netherlands, they are the first to set foot on Dutch soil - after having been travelling with Air... more
Handing over the baton at WSC
The board of the World Shipping Council (WSC) has appointed Joe Kramek as its new president and CEO, to succeed John Butler when he retires at the end of July. Kramek brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role, from both the maritime sector and government... more
Building a regional blended-wing-body aircraft
London-headquartered aircraft lessor Monte Aircraft Leasing will provide financing options for the "Kona" aircraft currently being developed by Natilus. The partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of eco-friendly transport solutions while meeting the increasing... more
Pan-American expansion
The American freight carrier Estes has announced multiple expansions in South Carolina, Nevada, and New Jersey and added three new terminals to its portfolio, which are all are recent acquisitions that were retrofitted for the company’s operations. The terminals in Reno NV... more