Training options for the air cargo industry 
The international air cargo association Tiaca has launched an air cargo training library- a platform to assist companies in the industry in their search for suitable training solutions. The initiative will serve as a convenient global repository for courses offered by many... more
AI to improve digital freight matching
The North American time critical transport specialist Bolt Express has launched a digital system which streamlines the freight matching process by seamlessly integrating via API, EDI, or XML with high-volume shipping accounts. For all other ad-hoc customer shippers, Bolt... more
The cost of narrowed arteries 
Analyses and figures on the impact of growing bottlenecks on the oceans. 2024 has brought the expected turbulent start for the maritime shipping industry. Ferdinand de Lesseps’ global vision is being severely tested, because it’s not clear when the bottlenecks around the Suez... more
San Diego's green lift
SSA Marine and the port of San Diego have introduced the first of six zero-emissions cargo handling equipment at the Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal. The 24,948 kg Wiggins Yard eBull battery electric forklift, named "the Carrillo," can lift up to 25 t and is one of the... more
Florida Express with new services
Norfolk Southern Corporation and Florida East Coast Railway are augmenting the international and domestic interline services of their Florida Express and adding a new two-way solution for goods transports between South Florida and Charlotte, North Carolina. The partnership... more
Implementing three digital prongs
In conversation with Unilode CEO Ross Marino. Unilode is in the starting blocks to present its services and solutions at its stand at the forthcoming Iata World Cargo Symposium in Hong Kong from 12 – 14 March. The major provider of unit load device (ULD) and galley cart services... more
From Bolloré Logistics to CMA CGM
Thierry Ehrenbogen, previously CEO of Bolloré Logistics, has been promoted to senior vice president, development & strategic account, at CMA CGM. His appointment, effective 1 March 2024, is linked to Bolloré’s acquisition by the CMA CGM Group. Ehrenbogen: “After many... more
GlobalX: changes at the helm
Global Crossing Airlines Group has appointed Chris Jamroz (left) as executive chairman and Ryan Goepel (right) as president. Goepel will also retain his position as CFO. Former CEO Ed Wegel is stepping down but will continue to serve on GlobalX’s board of directors and as a... more
New Orleans: transloading park to open in summer
The New Orleans Public Belt Railroad (NOPB) and the port of New Orleans are continuing to upgrade infrastructures for shippers to move freight more efficiently between rail and truck into America’s heartland. The class III railroad awarded a USD 2,209,635 contract to the... more
Resilinc: new CMO and CCO
Resilinc, which specialises in supply chain mapping, disruption sensing, and resiliency analytics, has appointed LeAnne Hester as chief marketing officer and April Oman as chief customer officer. Hester is an accomplished marketing executive with a career spanning over 25... more