Asians record strong growth in intra-European shipping 
Ocean Network Express (ONE), the Singapore-based carrier that integrated the container shipping businesses of the Japanese companies K Line, MOL and NYK, has achieved the highest capacity and market share growth among carriers in intra-European services over the past year,... more
A net-zero railfreight terminal
DB Cargo UK has implemented a range of environmental measures at its Cricklewood railfreight terminal in North London, aiming to achieve net-zero status. The terminal, used to transport aggregates and construction waste, already reduces road congestion by shifting freight... more
SmartSea appoints head of infrastructure
SmartSea, powered by Sita, has strengthened its leadership team by appointing Andy Oakley (on the left) as the head of its infrastructure and operations. Oakley, who was previously the director of IT operations at City of Dreams Mediterranean, will drive digital integration,... more
Idea designs reusable packaging
Logistics specialist Idea has designed a customised reusable packaging solution for aircraft doors of the Airbus A320, meeting Latécoère’s requirements for protection, durability and logistics performance. Idea’s engineering team designed over 200 metal cases to transport and... more
New ÖBB office in Bucharest
The ÖBB Rail Cargo Group has leased 600 m² of office space in the ‘Business Garden Bucharest’, marking a strategic move for the firm in Romania. With operations in 18 countries and 5,912 logistics professionals handling over 78 million t of freight annually, the company aims... more
Global demand remains stable – regional fluctuations
According to World ACD Market Data, global air cargo markets remained flat in week 10 (3–9 March), showing a 2% year-on-year increase in total tonnage. The Asia-Pacific region led growth with a 5% week-on-week rise, recovering to pre-Lunar New Year levels. In contrast,... more
Cutting emissions on Paraguayan rivers
The Finnish marine technology company Wärtsilä will supply new engines for two inland waterway tug pusher barges, the ‘Decatur Lady’ and the ‘Tendota’, operated by ADM Naviera Chaco in Paraguay. The upgrade supports ADM’s goal of reducing emissions by 25% by 2035 while... more
Schmitt leads French business organisation
Jean-Thomas Schmitt (centre), CEO of the Heppner Group, has been unanimously elected president of Union TLF, succeeding Eric Hémar. Over the next three years, he aims to strengthen the sector’s competitiveness, enhance its appeal and expand member services. His key priorities... more
Gerg to head Brazilian team in Amsterdam
Embraer Commercial Aviation has established a global leasing and freighter activities team to enhance its presence in the cargo and leasing markets. Based in Amsterdam, the team will focus on e-jet passenger-to-freighter conversions and commercial leasing activities under a... more
Gdansk boosts rail capacity
The expansion of the Baltic Hub terminal in Gdansk is set to enhance railfreight connectivity in Poland’s and strengthen its role in European logistics. The T3 terminal, expected to be fully operational by late 2025, will introduce 20 automated rail-mounted gantry cranes and... more