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As European supply chains continue to face operational pressure and growing demand for faster and more responsive logistics solutions, Belgium is further reinforcing its position as a strategic hub for …
After a sharp surge in April, air cargo rates may be reaching their peak, according to market intelligence firm Xeneta. Global demand rose modestly by 2% year-on-year in April, while …
Emirates SkyCargo has expanded its freighter network with the launch of a weekly service to Toronto Pearson Airport, strengthening air cargo connectivity between Canada, the UAE and wider global markets. …
Etihad Airways has announced a major expansion of its Africa network, adding new routes from Abu Dhabi to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Ghana, Nigeria and Zimbabwe. The …
Worldwide Flight Services, a SATS company, has been awarded a contract by Kuehne+Nagel to provide freight forwarder handling services at Frankfurt Airport, Europe’s largest air cargo gateway. The agreement follows …
Swissport has reached a major operational milestone at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, handling more than 1,000 temperature-controlled containers through its dedicated cool+connect facility. The milestone reflects strong growth in pharmaceutical cargo volumes …
Europe is heading toward a structural shortage of electro-sustainable aviation fuel just as regulatory demand begins to accelerate, according to a new SAS Aviation Insights report. The report, titled The …
Cyber risk remains the top concern for leaders in the transport sector, according to new research from Beazley, as companies face a faster-moving and increasingly complex digital threat landscape. The …
Chapman Freeborn has completed a time-critical cargo charter from China to Saudi Arabia, moving oversized oilfield equipment for a client in the oil and gas sector. The shipment was arranged …
Artificial intelligence is often discussed through the language of algorithms, software and computing power. Yet behind every model, data centre and leap in processing capacity lies a physical reality: infrastructure …
Turkish Cargo has renewed its corporate website as part of its broader digital transformation strategy, aiming to simplify air cargo planning and improve the customer experience. The new platform brings …
The recovery of air cargo in the Middle East has been sharply disrupted by Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting the United Arab Emirates on May 4. According to SEKO …
Airfreight rates may have reached their peak following the strong pressure created by the Middle East conflict. According to Xeneta, global airfreight demand rose by 2% year on year in …
Air Canada recorded an increase in cargo revenues in the first quarter of 2026, despite a more mixed performance across international markets. Cargo operating revenues reached C$259m, compared with C$250m …
The airfreight market remains under pressure, according to Dimerco, which is observing a combination of challenging factors: higher fuel costs, reduced belly capacity and sustained demand for products linked to …
DHL says it has measures in place to protect its operations from jet fuel shortages, while acknowledging difficulties at certain airports where the group does not have dedicated infrastructure. Tobias …
The first quarter of 2026 delivered a mixed performance for Air France KLM Martinair Cargo. Volumes increased, but revenues declined. The group’s cargo division generated €600m in revenues, down 3.5% …
Independent ocean carriers are reducing their presence on the Transpacific trade as weaker spot rates weigh on the profitability of non-alliance services. According to Sea-Intelligence, the share of capacity operated …
CSX is seeing higher volumes in the first quarter, supported by a growing shift from road transport to rail. Maryclare Kenney, senior vice president and chief commercial officer at CSX, …
Amazon, Walmart and other major retailers are looking to accelerate sustainable packaging innovation by clarifying their expectations for suppliers. The Sustainable Packaging Coalition’s Retailer Forum was launched in response to …
US trade policy continues to evolve rapidly under President Donald Trump, with tariffs remaining the main instrument of economic and diplomatic pressure. Since returning to the White House in January …
Gap Inc. is working with AI-powered supply chain software provider Inspectorio to strengthen product traceability and data collection across its supply chain. The retailer is using Inspectorio’s AI layer, Paramo, …
A strong mentor can become a powerful springboard for career growth in supply chain, according to Olivia Hu, senior director of autonomous trucking and electrification at Uber Freight. Hu has …
Last-mile delivery has long been viewed as a cost challenge, often accounting for around 53% of total logistics costs. But according to Bringg, the real issue now begins at the …
A major debate at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), which could reshape the future of global shipping, has officially begun with Mexico delivering a strong defence of the proposed Net …
The container vessel Paya Lebar, operated by SeaLead Shipping, has completed a round-trip transit through the Strait of Hormuz, according to AIS data from Pole Star Global. The Antigua and …
Cosco Shipping Energy Transportation posted a sharp rise in first-quarter earnings, supported by booming tanker markets and strong energy shipping demand. The company reported net profit of RMB2.17 billion ($310 …
Stolt Tankers has selected Tilla’s digital crew travel platform to manage crew change logistics across its fleet. The solution integrates vessel schedules, crewing information, port agency data, and live flight …
Transport mutual insurer TT Club has expanded its marine war risk buyback cover to include containers moving on land in parts of the Middle East, including the Gulf region. The …
Beihai Shipbuilding, together with CSSC Trading, has signed contracts with shipowner CMT for the construction of two 210,000 dwt bulk carriers. The deal follows a letter of intent signed in …
DSV’s airfreight business recorded strong growth in the first quarter of 2026, driven mainly by the contribution of Schenker and continued demand from technology and semiconductor customers. The company handled …
Air cargo charter platform Aerios has partnered with Wiremind Cargo to integrate the Skypallet ULD and pallet optimization tool into its carrier app. The integration is designed to help charter …
Baxter Freight has warned that the UK airfreight market is beginning to feel indirect pressure from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Sarah Powell, associate director of air freight …
UPS delivered a mixed first-quarter performance in 2026, with international revenue increasing while domestic revenue and profits declined. The company’s international package segment generated $4.4bn in revenue, up 3.8% year …
Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo has launched regular cargo flights between Kolkata and Kunming, expanding its air logistics network in Asia. Flights between Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport and Kunming …
Cathay Cargo has introduced a third intermodal route for perishable imports into the Greater Bay Area, adding a sea connection from Hong Kong International Airport to the HKIA Logistics Park …
Mercedes-Benz has signed a multi-year electric vehicle battery supply agreement with Samsung SDI, marking the battery maker’s first supplier deal with the German automaker. Under the partnership, Samsung SDI will …
General Motors expects to receive around $500m in tariff refunds related to now-defunct Trump administration levies, according to executives on the company’s first-quarter earnings call. Chief financial officer Paul Jacobson …
General Mills reported slower progress toward its supply chain sustainability goals in fiscal 2025, according to its 2026 Global Responsibility Report. The company reduced total greenhouse gas emissions across its …
Amazon Web Services has launched Amazon Connect Decisions, an agentic AI supply chain planning and intelligence tool designed to help companies improve planning, data analysis, and decision-making. The platform combines …
The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed nearly $430,000 in civil penalties against three companies over alleged hazardous materials violations involving air cargo shipments. One case targets Verizon Communications, which faces …
McGill and Partners has launched a specialist aviation insurance solution designed to protect aircraft spares and equipment stored on the ground against war-related risks. The product addresses a gap that …
Air cargo operators are increasingly adopting multi-hub routing strategies as closures across parts of the Middle East continue to disrupt traditional Asia-Europe corridors. Industry estimates suggest flight activity on some …
As geopolitical disruption reshapes global supply chains, technology platforms are playing an increasingly central role in helping air cargo operators respond in real time. CargoTech says demand is rising for …
Softlink Global says more than 30 freight forwarders across over 10 countries moved onto its cloud-based platform during April, bringing more than 1,000 users into a single connected system. The …
Emirates says it expects a relatively swift recovery from the disruption caused by the Middle East conflict, insisting that demand fundamentals remain strong despite months of operational pressure. Speaking remotely …
Ongoing disruption linked to the Strait of Hormuz is beginning to reshape global jet fuel markets through tighter trade flows, shifting refinery priorities and higher airline costs. Analysts estimate the …
Bassett Furniture Industries says it is facing higher transport and material costs as supply chain pressures linked to the Iran conflict continue to ripple through global markets. Company executives said …
The conflict involving Iran is slowing economic momentum and reigniting inflation pressures across major sectors, according to new purchasing managers index data from S&P Global. The group said output growth …
China Merchants Energy Shipping has ordered eight new container ships through its wholly owned shipyard subsidiaries, in a deal valued at more than RMB3.8 billion, or around $556 million. The …
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