Aussies announce another acquisition in Europe 
Four years after aquiring the Swiss logistics IT provider Sisa, Wisetech Global, a Sydney-based developer of the logistics execution software "Cargowise", has announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Aktiv Data, a provider of electronic customs and freight... more
A multimodal hub in Singapore
Geodis is focusing on the Southeast Asian market with the opening of a new container freight station (CFS) in Singapore. The site will provide sea, air, and road transport in the region. The company has selected the Keppel Distripark free trade zone as its ideal location for... more
A first for Korean Air Cargo
Korean Air has connected its cargo booking system with DHL Global Forwarding, which is the first time the airline has linked its booking system directly to a freight forwarder. The integration allows DHL Global Forwarding to book cargo on Korean Air flights directly from its... more
IRS celebrates half a century
The Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) is celebrating its 50th year, marking half a century of dedication to maritime safety, quality, and innovation. Commemorative initiatives include the unveiling of a new logo to symbolise progress and collaboration, and the launch of a new... more
Up next: Cambodia
The end-to-end logistics provider Seko Logistics launched its new business in Cambodia on 6 March 2024, integrating its local operations with Bansard International under the new name of Seko Cambodia. Based in Phnom Penh, a team of seven employees from various backgrounds in... more
Hactl: AETs in the starting blocks
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent cargo handler – is pushing ahead with its plan to introduce autonomous electric tractors (AETs) to its ramp operations in 2024. Hactl has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Westwell... more
CJ Group: changes at the helm
As part of its annual executive promotions, CJ Group has chosen new CEOs at key subsidiaries. Kang Sin-ho (left) will now lead CJ Cheil Jedang. After joining CJ Group in 1988 at an entry-level position, he has played numerous pivotal roles at CJ, including CJ Group HR manager... more
KLN looks back on 2023
Kerry Logistics Network (KLN) has released its financial results for 2023, with performances in line with expectations for the challenging economic situation of last year. Revenue dropped by 42% to HKD 47,408 million, while core operating/core net profits decreased by over 60%.... more
A second Boeing 777-200 freighter
Atlas Air, a subsidiary of Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, a global provider of outsourced aviation logistics, has expanded its strategic partnership with Yun Express, a subsidiary of Zongteng Group, by adding a second Boeing 777-200 freighter under a long-term charter agreement.... more
First-mile e-trucks launched in Southern China
APL Logistics has deployed the first three 100% electric heavy duty prime movers for Nike’s first-mile deliveries in Southern China. The trucks will stop over 2,000 MT CO2e from being released into the atmosphere each year. They have zero tailpipe emissions, and each truck... more