Three more years in medical logistics 
Davies Turner has extended its contract with Owen Mumford, a medical devices manufacturer, to provide logistics solutions in the UK and Europe for three more years. Based out of its hub in Bristol, Davies Turner will continue to distribute Owen Mumford’s medical devices in the... more
Port of Gothenburg welcomes methanol-powered ship
“Antonia Maersk”, the world's largest methanol-powered containership, is now in regular service between the port of Gothenburg and Asia. With a capacity of 16,592 teu, the vessel represents a significant step in the green transition of the shipping industry, offering substantial... more
Gruber Logistics targets Turkey
Rifat Cicek was appointed as the new branch director of Gruber Logistics in Turkey at the beginning of H2/2024. With his expertise, his task will be to spearhead the logistics service provider's corporate strategy in the region. The aim is to manage more of the company’s... more
From DHL to Dokasch TS
Dokasch Temperature Solutions, a provider of temperature-controlled active packaging solutions, is expanding its team by appointing Gianmarco Steinhauer as the new business development manager for Germany, effective 2 September this year. Steinhauer brings a wealth of... more
Damen and Gerdes Green expand green fleet
Damen Shipyards Group has signed a contract with Gerdes Green for a second combi freighter (CF) 3850, which contains green innovations to increase efficiency and sustainability. The vessel will feature a hybrid battery system for short-duration electric sailing, shore power... more
Kögel Trailer welcomes Thore Bakker
Kögel Trailer, a manufacturer of semi-trailers, has appointed Thore Bakker as chief sales officer (CSO) to oversee the company’s international sales strategies and operations. With this appointment, Kögel completes its management team, which now comprises Christian Renners... more
1,400 teu ship joins Dolphin Express line
Tailwind Shipping Lines, a subsidiary of Lidl, christened its new 1,400 teu container ship, “Panda 004,” at the port of Moerdijk in the Netherlands. Attended by around 50 guests, the event marked the company's first ceremonial ship christening. The “Panda 004” will join the... more
DHL Supply Chain picks COO for Emea region
Contract logistics provider DHL Supply Chain has appointed Andries Retief as the new chief commercial officer (CCO) for Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Retief brings a wealth of experience to this role, having joined DHL Supply Chain in 2009 and served in various leadership... more
Expanding in eight Apac countries
India's Group Concorde, which was founded in 1985 by Pukhraj Chug (left), chairman & managing director, and now provides GSSA/GSA services in 14 countries within Asia Pacific and UAE, has been appointed as IAG Cargo's GSA in eight markets: Australia, Cambodia, Indonesia,... more
Stena strengthens Swedish network
Stena is now the sole owner of NTEX, another Swedish transport company, which adds 20 branches and a large fleet of trucks to its portfolio. Stena became a majority shareholder of NTEX in 2020 and until recently had acquired 75% of the shares. With the additional 25%, the... more