IAPH conference agenda unveiled 
The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) has announced the agenda of the 2025 World Ports Conference, with registration now open. The event, marking the 70th anniversary of the IAPH, will take place from 7–9 October at the hotel Ōkura Kōbe (Japan). The... more
IWSA explores perception of wind propulsion
The International Windship Association (IWSA) reports that it has launched a survey to assess industry perceptions of wind propulsion technology and low or zero-emission vessels. As wind-powered ships gain traction, the study aims to identify barriers to wider... more
Ship managers call for changes to IMO net-zero framework
InterManager reports that it has submitted a proposal to the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 83), urging revisions to the net-zero framework. The association argues that the proposed draught of ‘Marpol Annex VI’ incorrectly assigns responsibility for... more
Emirates SkyCargo – more dynamic and flowing design
Emirates SkyCargo has unveiled the first freighter featuring the airline’s refreshed livery, which was introduced in March 2023. The Boeing B777 freighter A6-EFV, delivered without livery in July 2024, has now emerged from Emirates Engineering’s paint shop with the airline’s... more
Animal transports in good hands
The 2025 conference of the Animal Transportation Association (ATA), hosted by Qatar Airways Cargo in Doha, gathered 146 industry experts to discuss live animal transport, focusing on handling, welfare, compliance and innovation. Key moments of the event included a welcome... more
Spring Valley establishes agro-commodity hub
The local agro-commodity supplier Spring Valley is investing AED 184 million to develop a new distribution hub in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) in Dubai (UAE). The facility, which covers 106,000 sqft, will feature advanced processing, storage, consumer packaging as well as... more
AD Ports launches Al Faya dry port
AD Ports has unveiled the Al Faya Dry Port, its first such inland facility in Abu Dhabi (UAE). It’s digitally linked to Khalifa Port via Maqta Technologies’ advanced trade and logistics platform. The facility, strategically located between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, serves as a... more
Royal Jordanian celebrates 35 years at MST
Royal Jordanian Airlines Cargo is celebrating 35 years of operations at Maastricht Aachen airport (MST). The airline currently operates three to four full-freighter flights a week to and from the growing Dutch cargo hub. Royal Jordanian Maastricht station manager Ibrahim... more
Atlas Air expands global partnership with Sats and WFS
Atlas Air has signed a memorandum of understanding with Sats and Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) to strengthen cooperation in air cargo handling and logistics. The agreement expands their collaboration, particularly in North America, Singapore and Saudi Arabia, enhancing... more
Strengthening ties between Kenya and Dubai
Dubai-based Emirates SkyCargo has signed an mou with the Kenyan cargo carrier Astral Aviation to enhance cargo connectivity to and from Africa. Astral’s network of 50 destinations and Emirates SkyCargo’s reach of over 145 destinations will help African businesses expand. The... more