Cobantur expands intermodal range 
A new rail service now connects Munich (Germany) with Halkali (Turkey). Cobantur Boltas has deployed a company goods train for the first time, managed by long-standing partner Kombiverkehr. It’ll initially operate once a week in both directions, with plans already underway... more
Container and rail growth in Hamburg port
Despite a challenging global environment, the port of Hamburg reported growth in key segments in 2024. Container throughput increased by 0.9% year-on-year to 7.8 million teu, with loaded containers comprising 87% of the total. Conventional breakbulk operations improved by... more
Ukrainian dry bulk surge versus Russian decline
According to shipping organisation Bimco, Ukraine’s dry bulk shipments surged by 87% year-on-year, a significant recovery three years after the Russian invasion. Over the past twelve months Russian shipments declined by 6%, but Ukrainian exports jumped considerably, resulting... more
ONE names first owned newbuilding
Ocean Network Express (ONE) has named its first fully owned and operated new containership, the ‘One Sparkle’. Built at Hyundai Heavy Industries in Ulsan (South Korea), the vessel has a 13,800 teu capacity and is part of a series of 20 ammonia and methanol-ready ships... more
Atlas Air expands global partnership with Sats and WFS
Atlas Air has signed a memorandum of understanding with Sats and Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) to strengthen cooperation in air cargo handling and logistics. The agreement expands their collaboration, particularly in North America, Singapore and Saudi Arabia, enhancing... more
Growing in the USA and Southeast Asia
Awery Aviation Software has appointed Wayne Phelan as a business growth and product development consultant, to support its expansion into the USA and Southeast Asia. Phelan brings experience in aviation software and digital transformation with him, having worked in senior... more
Strategic partnership at Hong Kong airport
Asia Airfreight Terminal (AAT) and Sats HK have formed a strategic partnership with DHL Air Capacity Sales (DHL ACS) at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). This collaboration, building on an existing partnership between Sats and DHL in Singapore, enhances Hong Kong’s role as... more
SC Ports breaks Wando Welch terminal record
The port of Charleston has set a record with the arrival of the ‘OOCL Iris’, the largest vessel ever to call at its Wando Welch terminal. The 16,828 teu ship surpassed the previous record held by the ‘CMA CGM Marco Polo’ (16,022 teu). The ‘OOCL Iris’ will operate on the... more
HD Ksoe presents design of SMR-powered vessel
HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD Ksoe) has introduced a nuclear-powered containership model, using small modular reactor technology. The company reports that it has it received approval in principle from the US bureau of shipping for its 15,000 teu... more
Expeditors increases earnings and volumes in Q4
Expeditors International of Washington has reported a strong fourth quarter in 2024, with earnings per share rising by 54% to USD 1.68, and net earnings increasing by 49% to USD 236 million. The company saw a 30% revenue increase to USD 3 billion, an 11% rise in airfreight... more