German supply chain strategies evolving 
Yesterday, 9 April, saw logistics experts discuss the resilience of supply chains in an online press conference in preparation for Germany’s ‘Tag der Logistik’ (logistics day) today, 10 April. The IFO Institute’s Dr Klaus Wohlrabe presented new survey findings, showing increased... more
Ethiopian Cargo launches Macao–Madrid route
Ethiopian Airlines is continuing to expand its cargo network; it has now launched a new Macao–Madrid route. According to the Xinhua news agency a Boeing B777F departed from Macao airport on 3 April, marking the start of twice-weekly flights offering capacities of 400 t per... more
Gondolas, boats, and snowshoes at DHL
DHL Group uses a wide range of solutions to deliver packages in hard-to-reach locations worldwide. In Venice, deliveries are made by gondola through the city's canals. Germany’s highest post office, on the Zugspitze mountain, is served by cable car, ensuring daily deliveries... more
Transgourmet’s electric fleet growing
Transgourmet Switzerland is expanding its electric truck fleet with the recent addition of a Renault Trucks ‘D Wide E-Tech 4x2’, based at its regional centre in Kriens. The company, which runs eleven logistics centres and a fleet of 300 vehicles, prioritises high... more
Duvenbeck expanding into Asia
The Duvenbeck Group has named David Dudek as its China representative to drive the German company’s strategic expansion into the Asian market. Dudek will be based in Hong Kong and lead the launch of Duvenbeck’s first subsidiary in Asia, strengthening its presence in one of... more
Hubtex acquires Genkinger
The Hubtex Group has acquired 100% of the shares in Genkinger, aiming to strengthen its international presence and enhance synergies. The integration brings together expertise in industrial forklifts, special vehicles and attachments. Hubtex wants to retain and expand the... more
Marlink launches new cyber-security company
Marlink has established ‘Marlink Cyber’, a company dedicated to addressing growing cyber threats and increasing compliance needs. The new entity merges the expertise of the Norwegian company with the capabilities gained through its acquisitions of Diverto and Port-IT,... more
Less is more 
Hydrogen-powered small vessels in place of lorries. Could running autonomous hydrogen-powered small vessels be an economically viable option? A research group from the German University of Münster has concluded that, under certain circumstances, it could – though only beyond a... more
Expanding West Africa Service with own ships
Arkas Line is enhancing its West Africa Service (WAS) by deploying only its own vessels, aiming to boost efficiency and expand its regional presence. Four ships, the ‘Mario A’, the ‘Cristina A’, the ‘Jean Pierre A’ and the ‘Diane A’ (pictured), each of which can carry 1,600... more
100th anniversary for Camion Transport
Camion Transport is celebrating its 100th anniversary today, 9 April 2025. The family-owned company, founded as Lagerhaus AG Wil in 1925, has developed into a leading provider of transport and logistics solutions in Switzerland. It focused on innovation right from the start –... more