Globe Air Cargo Cambodia appointed GSSA 
ECS Group’s subsidiary, Globe Air Cargo Cambodia, has been appointed GSSA for Air Premia in Cambodia and Myanmar. Cargo will be routed via Bangkok to destinations including Seoul, Tokyo Narita and major US hubs such as Los Angeles, San Francisco and Newark. The South Korean... more
OCP and Maersk strengthen collaboration
OCP Group and Maersk have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance their collaboration and develop sustainable, resilient supply chain solutions. The agreement supports OCP’s international expansion, particularly through its business unit entitled specialty products... more
Frankfurt airport on Indian roads
Fraport is promoting Frankfurt airport’s cargo expertise in India, running a roadshow in Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore and Delhi from 7-11 April. The goal is to highlight Frankfurt’s global reach, strengthen ties with Indian markets and showcase Fraport’s skills in... more
Address root causes 
Steel corrosion threatens sustainability goals. Hidden environmental costs – German corrosion protection specialist Steelpaint warns of the substantial CO₂ emissions caused by steel corrosion. Inadequate protection, it says, results in more emissions than the entire aviation... more
Eva Air expanding with new Airbus widebodies
Eva Air has finalised an order for six Airbus A350-1000 and three A321neo aircraft, bringing its total backlog to 24 A350-1000s and 18 A321neos. The A350-1000, offering a range of up to 18,000 km and around 20–24 tonnes of bellyhold cargo capacity per flight, will strengthen... more
Nelipak expands in Asia
Nelipak Healthcare Packaging is expanding its direct service to customers in the Asia-Pacific region. The company offers a range of custom sterile barrier packaging solutions, including coated roll-stock, lids, sheets, pouches, bags, thermoformed trays and sealing machines.... more
FedEx makes key appointments in Apac region
FedEx has strengthened its Asia Pacific leadership team to drive growth and innovation. Marcus Balzereit (left) has been named Senior Vice President, APAC Sales & Solutions, leading a 2,000-strong team to expand market share and deliver customised solutions. Rumana Rahman... more
Port congestion intensifying
Global study by maritime data platform Beacon. The maritime data platform Beacon has analysed the latest developments in 88 ports worldwide. Whilst 2023 saw 34 of these experience only slight deterioration, with additional waiting times for ships of up to two hours, five hubs... more
Container shipping will be hit hardest – Bimco
Bimco’s chief shipping analyst, Niels Rasmussen, has warned of major consequences following the USA’s announcement of new import tariffs. US import tariffs will rise by nearly 25%, significantly raising costs for businesses and consumers on around 80% of imports. Key US... more
Freight sector under pressure – VNL
VNL has published its second-quarter 2025 outlook on freight transport developments. The ‘Austrian Supply Chain Pressure Index’ shows a 30% increase, indicating heightened supply risks. In road freight, new customs regulations and a persistent driver shortage are raising... more