February 2026

ESG drive cuts carbon at Yorkshire forwarder

Quality Freight Services has reduced its emissions from 245 tonnes of CO2e in 2023-24 to 197 tonnes of CO2e in 2024-25 as part of its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) drive. Since beginning the project, the Yorkshire base freight forwarder has accelerated initiatives in carbon reduction, resource efficiency and ethical operations, reinforcing its pledge to build a more resilient and responsible future in partnership with Carbon Neutral Group. The company has upgraded ... [+]

ABP widens horizons of Grimsby youth

ABP has become a founder patron of the Horizon Youth Zone in Grimsby to help support the charity in providing a safe, inspiring place for young people. It joins a growing family of businesses, organisations and philanthropists contributing to the charity’s annual running costs, allowing it to keep offering state-of-the-art ... [+]

Lucas helps to train the trainers in Ghana

GXO Logistics inbound lead Lucas O’Brien is on a six-month secondment to Accra, Ghana, as a project officer with international development organisation Transaid. He is helping to support the nationwide rollout of a new driver training standard alongside establishing of a training centre for trainers of Heavy Goods Vehicle drivers. He ... [+]

Book early for BIFA National Conference

BIFA will bring together a line-up of expert speakers at its National Conference 2026, under the theme ‘Navigating a shifting world’. Returning to The Slate at Warwick Conferences on 23–24 September, this year’s event builds on the momentum of the successful reintroduction of the National Conference in 2025. With significant shifts in ... [+]

BIFA launches AI and Technology Working Group

BIFA has formed of a new AI and Technology Working Group, in response to growing interest in the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence. As AI continues to play an increasingly significant role in the way businesses operate, BIFA members have been asking what the Association’s position is and how ... [+]

Visibility is only half the story, says FedEx

While most organizations have achieved end-to-end shipment visibility, far fewer can turn that data into the insights and actions needed to stay competitive, says FedEx in its first-ever Future of Logistics Intelligence Report, published on 19 February. Senior vice president, digital portfolio at FedEx, Jason Brenner, said: “Many organizations can see ... [+]

DHL strengthens critical pharma trade lane

DHL Group has strengthened its life sciences and healthcare capabilities with an expanded dedicated Airfreight Cold Chain Network. It will first connect the major DHL hubs of Cincinnati and Brussels, with further routes in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America to follow. To support the expanded network, DHL has ... [+]

Italians take Pall-Ex crown

Pall-Ex Italia was named European Network of the Year at the Group’s annual awards evening on 7 February in Birmingham. The ceremony formed part of Pall-Ex Group’s 30th anniversary since the network was founded in 1996. The European Network of the Year, sponsored by BSE Group, award recognises outstanding performance across Pall-Ex’s ... [+]

Boxes boost Hamburg tonnage, despite US tariffs

The Port of Hamburg’s total throughput increased 2.6% in 2025 to 114.6 million tonnes, with a significant upturn in containers a key factor. Hamburg handled 8.3 million TEU, up 7.3% while tannage in containers rose by 4.6%. The upward trend in the box segment was driven in particular by traffic with China ... [+]

Hellmann appoints commercial chief

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has appointed Alexandra Olvera as chief commercial officer. She will lead the global sales organization as the company continues to advance its Forward2030 strategy, with a strong focus on deepening global sales integration, expanding strategic customer segments like automotive as well as fashion, and further enhancing the ... [+]

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