A drop in times of overflow? 
The Chicago-based maritime intelligence provider Project 44 recently analysed the latest developments in ocean shipping and gave its outlook for 2022. Despite a steady decline in teu capacity occurring during H1/2021, port conditions deteriorated. In December, though, port... more
Circular Haven in Antwerp in the making
The first two concessionaires are breathing life into the Next Gen District in the Port of Antwerp. The commitment of Triple Helix and Bolder Industries is the first step towards the creation of a future hotspot for the circular economy. The partners hope to attract a cluster of... more
Cobelfret Terminal integrated into network
Kombiverkehr is expanding its product portfolio for intermodal transports to and from Rotterdam. The provider has added a new continental connection for the transport of semi-trailers, containers and swap bodies between Nuremberg's Tri Con Terminal and Rotterdam Cobelfret to its... more
MSC wears the crown
As expected, the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) overtook Maersk as the largest ocean carrier by operated vessel capacity on a global scale at the beginning of the year. Nevertheless, the Danish shipping company always claimed to focus on its strategy of profitability... more
Continentals wrap up acquisition in UK
Nagel Group and Stef Group have completed their acquisition of Langdon Group in UK after receiving the green light from the regulatory authorities. Specialising in national temperature-controlled transport, the Langdon Group focusses on the import and export of fresh and frozen... more
Priority Freight appoints Martin Poole
Priority Freight has promoted Martin Poole to general manager at its Coventry control centre. Poole takes over from Carl Partridge, who served as managing director for over 16 years and will soon take on a new role within the group. Poole joined Priority Freight as... more
Hungarian intermodal affiliate renamed
Floyd, Eurogate Intermodal (EGIM)'s Hungarian subsidiary, is now operating under the new name Eurogate Rail Hungary. The purpose of the rebranding is to present the group’s services under a more unified front. There will be no product or personnel changes when conducting... more
Panattoni invests in Hungary
After setting up an office in Hungary only six months ago, real estate developer Panattoni has already put two projects in the country in motion. On the plot purchased in Herceghalom, 30 km from the centre of Budapest, Panattoni Park Budapest West will be built with a total... more
Wisag Aviation hires Carmen Ruck
Wisag Aviation Service Holding has appointed experienced aviation manager Carmen Ruck to the post of COO, effective 1 February 2022. She worked for Ryanair for 15 years, her responsibilities including the entire operational business of Europe's largest airline in Germany.... more
Amelia Intl launches cargo offer with an ATR72
The health crisis has had a strong impact on the international economy, driving the growth of e-commerce and emergency restocking. The demand for air freight is therefore growing rapidly. Many routes – previously served by aircraft such as the ATR 42, Saab 340, Embraer 120, etc.... more