Benefits for customers, employees and drivers 
Roadrunner has opened a new less-than-truckload (LTL) service centre in Atlanta, Georgia (USA). The two-building, cross-docking facility has 75 doors, a complete on-site mechanical shop with three full bays and inspection lane, parking for more than 300 trailers, new electric... more
International deal revamps Brazilian port
Wilson Sons, a port-shipping logistics operator based in Brazil, is working with Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) and Bengal Tiger Line (BTL) to enhance maritime logistics on South America’s east coast. The partnership has introduced a feeder service with a hub at Rio Grande,... more
Nola to consolidate position as a trimodal hub
The US port of New Orleans (Port Nola) has signed a new ten-year lease arrangement with Kearney Companies, a subsidiary of Precision Terminal Logistics (PTL). As part of the new lease, Kearney will make capital investments through Port Nola-approved facility upfits and... more
HFW continues global shipping growth
The global law firm HFW has been advising clients in the maritime shipping industry for more than 140 years. It has over 200 shipping lawyers and 13 master mariners worldwide, specialising in dry shipping, admiralty and crisis management, and transactional work for clients in... more
One piece of counterfeit jewellery a day
On 2 April 2024, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Minneapolis-St. Paul’s express consignment facility intercepted a shipment filled with 364 pieces of counterfeit designer bracelets, earrings, rings, and necklaces. The consignment arrived from Hong Kong and... more
DP World names VP of freight forwarding
Global supply chain solutions provider DP World has appointed Tim Gates to the newly created position of vice president of freight forwarding for the USA and Mexico, as it accelerates the global expansion of its freight forwarding business. Most recently serving as vice... more
Yamaha's new supply chain partner
Yamaha Motor Corporation USA has chosen Shippeo as its strategic partner to improve its supply chain visibility in multiple modes. Shippeo provides real-time transportation visibility and will be supporting Yamaha in its ocean, rail, and road operations. The platform... more
Lineage improves cross-border services
The new cross-border programme aims to provide more options for customers looking for end-to-end cold chain solutions in the North American market. It expands existing transport services, including access to multiple delivery points and terminals. Canadian and US networks will... more
An acquisition in 3PL
Sheer Logistics has acquired Cargo Barn, a third-party logistics provider (3PL). This takeover will enhance Sheer’s portfolio and network while complementing its core 4PL services. Now operating under the Sheer Logistics brand, Cargo Barn will work to bolster its customer... more
MAN builds first trucks with hydrogen drive
The German commercial vehicle manufacturer will deliver the small series, initially planned with around 200 units, to customers in Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Iceland and selected non-European countries as early as 2025. It is the first European truck manufacturer to... more