Prototype swap body to transport more goods 
The French Modalis Group has partnered with the Belgian engineering firm Agesia to create a new type of lightweight swap body for the intermodal transport sector. The prototype with a lightened floor is made from special steels and a composite material. The new 45 ft unit... more
Kale Logistics Solutions wins coveted prize
Kale Logistics Solutions (Kale) was named the logistics technology provider of the year at the inaugural FTCCI shipping and logistics awards. The event in Hyderabad, Southern India, which was hosted by the Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI),... more
A world debut
DP World has introduced the world's first fully electric straddle carrier fleet at its new GBP 350 million fourth berth at London Gateway. The eight units, manufactured by Kalmar, are part of the first all-electric berth globally. Each zero-emission carrier, costing GPB 12... more
A spotlight on logistics
Last week saw over 2,650 visitors gather in Germany and other European venues for the “Tag der Logistik” ("Supply Chain Day"). The events took place for the 17th time, with 129 different locations in Germany, Lithuania, Switzerland, and other countries. Visitors... more
A large benefit for Czech rail sector
Czechia will celebrate the twentieth anniversary of its accession to the EU on 5 May 2024. These 20 years of EU membership have been an engine of growth for the Czech railway industry, generating revenues in the hundreds of billions of Czech crowns (hundreds of millions of... more
Port priorities for 2024-2029
The European Sea Ports Organisation (Espo) has outlined its priorities for Europe's ports from 2024 to 2029, aiming to enhance their role in promoting a sustainable, digital, and competitive future for Europe. Key priorities include ensuring the effective implementation of... more
LIS to stage eleventh telematics event
Logistische Informationssysteme (LIS) is preparing the eleventh installment of its own logistics fair, T-Matik. The event is planned for the beginning of June, when it will bring together industry experts from telematics and logistics in Greven, Germany. "Increasing... more
Seven new trucks for Dutch haulier
The international haulage company Vonk & Co in the Netherlands has put seven out of 13 new Mercedes-Benz Ategos into operation. The carrier will use these trucks with box bodies to replace units that have been in service for over nine years. The new vehicles make daily... more
Rhenus grows in Belgium
Rhenus Partnership is expanding its reach into Belgium by acquiring DGA Shipping, thus enhancing its services on the river Rhine. Rhenus previously held 45% of DGA; now it owns 100%, following the sale of shares by HGK Shipping, which is reallocating its investments. DGA... more
A new partnership in Boston
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has awarded a cargo handling contract to Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) at another major airport gateway in North America. The new three-year agreement will see WFS, a member of Sats Group, handle cargo onboard SAS flights to and from Boston. The... more