Air-sea solution cuts transit times 
The new service, launched by Kerry Logistics Network (KLN), links eight European countries with destinations in Australia and New Zealand. The air-sea combination creates an alternative that is three time faster than sea freight and 50% cheaper than airfreight on the same lanes.... more
Red Sea crisis boosts road alternatives
The TIR system ensures that goods flow smoothly between East Asia, the Middle East and Europe. Following the Red Sea crisis, major transport companies have in recent weeks bypassed the Red Sea by opting for land-based alternatives through the Middle East and Gulf Cooperation... more
Baotou-Yekaterinburg express service launched
The new train is the first China Railway Express (CRE) to be operated in Baotou, Inner Mongolia, an autonomous region within China. Bound for Yekaterinburg in Russia, the maiden train, which recently left the Baotou international land port, was loaded with 55 containers... more
Strengthening a site in Shenzhen
FedEx Express has upgraded its facility in Shenzhen, aiming to improve import operations at the gateway to Southern China. Located at Shenzhen Baoan International Airport, the hub serves as one of FedEx’s four international gateways in China. It mostly handles import and... more
UPS continues investments in Asia Pacific
Global logistics provider UPS has taken the value of its investment commitments in Asia Pacific to over USD 250 million since the start of 2023. This strategy includes the company’s recent agreement with the Luzon International Premiere Airport Development Corporation (Lipad) to... more
Digital advances to improve port efficiency
The Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) is enhancing its operations with new digital solutions. The Philippine trade gateway transitioned to 100% digital payments through the advance customer transaction system to improve safety and efficiency during the pandemic.... more
AD Ports invests in the Middle Corridor
The group is acquiring a 60% stake in the Tbilisi Dry port from Inveco. The facility is a new custom-bonded and rail-connected intermodal logistics hub in Georgia, situated on the Middle Corridor connecting Asia and Europe. The terminal is expected to be operational by... more
A new tool to handle spot requests
Cargo AI, a provider of airfreight technology solutions, is complementing its existing marketplace and API solutions for forwarders and airlines by launching a new feature named ‘airfreight load board’. It is designed to empower freight forwarders and carriers alike,... more
MOL: a sustainability study for ammonia carriers
MOL Coastal Shipping, a subsidiary of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), will conduct a concept study for a large coastal ammonia carrier in collaboration with Asahi Tanker and Ikous. The project aims to develop a sustainable ship type that meets customer needs, addresses environmental... more
New presidents for Apac and Imea
Chapman Freeborn, a global air charter specialist and part of Avia Solutions Group, has appointed Mark Thibault (left) as president, Asia Pacific (Apac) and Alain Champonnois (right) as president, India, Middle East & Africa (Imea) as it looks to expand its presence in both... more