Mammoet expands heavy haul coverage in Spain The partnerships will allow Netherlands-based Mammoet to provide service in the Spanish market with 44 additional self-propelled mobile transporters (SPMTs). Photo credit: Shutterstock. Heavy hauler Mammoet has formed a partnership with Spanish heavy transport specialists Arbegui and Transmodal that will expand Mammoet’s position in the Spanish market and […]
Read More →Indices tip India to light up logistics in 2018
on January 22, 2018in Industry News
Indices tip India to light up logistics in 2018 Bollore Ports’ Tuticorin Terminal is in one of India’s 12 major ports. Phoro credit: Bollore Ports India has been labeled as a leading economic star of the future and a top logistics investment destination by two trade indices as the country builds on the manufacturing of […]
Read More →Convoy Logistics relishes its ‘tough jobs’ cargo niche
on January 20, 2018in Industry News
Convoy Logistics relishes its ‘tough jobs’ cargo niche Convoy says no boilerplate checklist can cover every aspect of planning and pricing a project move. Photo credit: Convoy Logistics Providers. Project forwarder Dona Asciak has no interest in handling a large volume of general cargoes that generate a steady stream of predictable revenue. “Anyone can move […]
Read More →China's largest retailer extends global cold chain reach
on January 19, 2018in Industry News
China's largest retailer extends global cold chain reach China’s cold chain efficiency is improving as online demand for fresh produce soars. Photo credit: JD.com The logistics division of China’s largest retailer JD.com has partnered with Air China Cargo to extend its cold chain network deeper into key global markets to satisfy the mainland’s soaring appetite […]
Read More →Shipper demand continues to pressure air cargo rates, space
on January 18, 2018in Industry News
Shipper demand continues to pressure air cargo rates, space Book early and avoid urgent shipments is the best way for shippers to avoid delays and sky high air freight rates this year. Photo credit: Air France-KLM Finding air freight space is likely to be an area of continuing frustration for shippers in 2018, with strong […]
Read More →Swedish ro-ro carrier plans inland container shuttle service
on January 18, 2018in Industry News
Swedish ro-ro carrier plans inland container shuttle service SOL wants to focus on the export needs of the forest and mining industries in the Lake Vanern region, plus importers, such as retailers, the company said. Photo credit: Shutterstock. Ro-ro operator Swedish Orient Line (SOL) plans to launch a container shuttle service between the Port of […]
Read More →BCOs seek regulatory action on demurrage, detention
on January 16, 2018in Industry News
BCOs seek regulatory action on demurrage, detention Truckers typically are required to pay demurrage, even if it’s in dispute, before they can take a container out of the terminal. Photo credit: Shutterstock. Shippers and intermediaries urged US maritime regulators to make it easier to challenge congestion-related fees that container lines and marine terminals impose for […]
Read More →BCOs seek US regulatory action on demurrage, detention
on January 16, 2018in Industry News
BCOs seek US regulatory action on demurrage, detention Truckers typically are required to pay demurrage, even if it’s in dispute, before they can take a container out of the terminal. Photo credit: Shutterstock. Shippers and intermediaries urged US maritime regulators to make it easier to challenge congestion-related fees that container lines and marine terminals impose […]
Read More →Kuehne + Nagel joins Temasek in search for logistics start-ups
on January 15, 2018in Industry News
Kuehne + Nagel joins Temasek in search for logistics start-ups A new joint venture between Kuehne + Nagel and Temasek will accelerate the transformation of the logistics industry. Photo credit: Kuehne + Nagel Swiss logistics giant Kuehne + Nagel and Singapore’s state owned investment arm Temasek have agreed to establish a joint venture to find […]
Read More →Tech start-up aims to help forwarders digitize
on January 15, 2018in Industry News
Tech start-up aims to help forwarders digitize According to a tech executive, complex rate contracts, massive spreadsheets, emails and PDFs bring frustration to industry players and destroy business efficiency. Photo credit: Shutterstock. A new start-up solutions provider believes it has found a way to automate and decode complex ocean freight contracts that remain a nightmare […]
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