Investing in wind-assisted deepsea shipping 
Econowind, a Dutch company from Zeewolde, has secured EUR 1 million in development capital from Invest International, to advance and test its VentoFoil XL, a 24-30 m high wind sail designed for deepsea shipping. The technology, inspired by aviation principles, aims to reduce... more
Reconomy appoints CEO of ‘re-use loop’
Reconomy has named Rakhshan Zahid as the chief executive of its ‘re-use loop’. The division, comprising ‘advanced supply chain’ and ‘rebound’, provides technology-driven circular logistics and supply chain solutions. “Reconomy’s ‘re-use loop’ is one of our key divisions, and... more
New wind in Saudi automotive sector
The German transport group Mosolf, the Saudi shipping line Bahri and the Saudi investment company Tasaru have joined forces to form a new JV. Together they’ll create an all-round package for vehicle manufacturers and importers of passenger cars, light commercial vehicles and... more
Chefs Culinar optimises route planning with Descartes
Chefs Culinar is integrating the Descartes ‘Route Planner’ to enhance route optimisation and delivery efficiency in its European distribution network. The foods service wholesaler will link the system with its ERP and telematics platforms. “With Descartes we can ensure... more
PIK’s longest piece of cargo
Glasgow Prestwick airport (PIK) has handled its longest-ever cargo, a 20.4 m, 24 t consignment for the oil and gas sector, flown in from Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia). Two additional 12.2-m components were also transported for onward delivery to Aberdeen. The freight was offloaded... more
Firefighting equipment in Panattoni Park Graz Süd
Magirus Lohr, a manufacturer of firefighting vehicles, has moved into the Panattoni Park Graz Süd, thus strengthening its logistics and warehousing operations. The 2,050 m² site, located in Wagna (Austria), provides storage solutions for firefighting equipment, including fire... more
15 in 15 for UBV
The UBV Group has acquired 100% of ISL Nardi, a Milan-based logistician that specialises in international forwarding. The acquisition has been designed to strengthen UBV’s market position and supports its growth strategy, which focuses on Europe and Asia. ISL Nardi operates... more
Hyundai forklifts like Scottish whisky
The Robert Purvis Group, a Scottish Hyundai dealer and a specialist for construction, recycling and haulage needs, has supplied 16 forklift trucks to the Starlaw distillery in Bathgate (Scotland), which is operated by Glen Turner. The distillery’s fleet already includes ten... more
Qatar Airways transports millions of roses for Valentine’s...
Qatar Airways Cargo delivered 2,800 t of fresh-cut roses from Kenya and South America to markets in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia for Valentine’s Day. According to the airline this corresponds to around 48 million freshly-cut roses. The carrier operated nine... more
Italian intermodal operator extends smart fleet
This year Mercitalia Intermodal, which is part of FS Italiane group, will further invest in the technology transformation of another 180 wagons. Around 200 wagons, mainly of the T3000 type, have already been upgraded and equipped by the Austrian technology firm PJM in the... more