June 2026

A high-tech hub for the high-tech industry

DSV broke ground on an Oregon Regional Warehouse Hub in Hillsboro on Wednesday, June 17. The 750,000 square foot facility, larger than thirteen football fields, will serve as a purpose-built contract logistics space for DSV's semiconductor customers throughout the state. It unites DSV's three existing Oregon locations in Sherwood and Tualatin, which together total approximately 385,000 square feet, into a single, purpose-built hub nearly twice that combined size at 750,000 square ... [+]

New van rules could reshape fast freight market, says Europa

Europa Road has warned that changes to European van legislation could affect EU freight capacity, transit times and pricing. From July 2026, new European tachograph regulations will apply to vans with a maximum authorised mass of 2.5 to 3.5 tonnes operating internationally or on cabotage movements. Vehicles will need to be ... [+]

LA chief applauds peace moves but there is a long way to go

The peace treaty signed between the US and Iran on 19 June was encouraging for trade but it will be a long time before world shipping returns to normality, Port of Los Angeles executive director Gene Seroka told a media briefing on 16 June. He said that while reopening of the ... [+]

Non-tariff barriers must go, says Logistics UK

The second UK-EU summit, confirmed to take place in Brussels on July 22, must focus on  reducing non-tariff barriers, says Logistics UK chief executive, Ben Fletcher. He urged the UK government and the EU to implement practical steps to drive economic growth through trade. He added: “ The UK’s economy grows ... [+]

DP World offers electric trucks for hire

DP World is offering members of its Low Carbon Truck Programme (LCTP) in the UK the opportunity to trial electric HGVs through a rental initiative at Southampton port. From July and running until 2029, the programme enables hauliers to use electric HGVs with costs aligned to diesel vehicles, for a ... [+]

Hactl signs up for another 15 years

Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) has signed a 15-year extension toits handling franchise at Hong Kong International Airport. The new agreement will run from July 2028, when the current franchise expires, through 2043. Hactl chief executive, Frosti Lau, said: “The signing of this new agreement marks an important milestone for ... [+]

Data is challenge and opportunity, says Customs Support Group

Access to high-quality customs data is both a significant challenge and opportunity for European manufacturers and retailers, says a report published ahead of the first Customs Support Group summit in Amsterdam on 3 June. The survey of around 150 senior customs and trade compliance leaders shows data quality and visibility are ... [+]

Chapman Freeborn launches urgent air spares service

Chapman Freeborn has launched a dedicated aerospace service. It give customers access to full charter, part-charter, next flight out and on-board Courier solutions, supported by dedicated aerospace personnel. It also includes a dedicated 24-hour desk to provide rapid response support for urgent components moving via OBC or NFO, to larger or ... [+]

Air Hong Kong signs up for Airbus freighter

Cathay Group’s Air Hong Kong arm has signed a lease agreement for an Airbus A330P2F converted freighter. It will primarily operate to the Chinese Mainland and other regional destinations for Cathay Cargo. It follows Cathay Cargo’s announcement in May of a firm order for two additional Airbus A350F freighters. [+]

Geodis wins contract to supply Heathrow shops

Geodis is expanding its partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail by taking over the logistics operations for new Relay-branded stores at London Heathrow Airport in the UK and Auckland Airport in New Zealand. The forwarder already services its Parisian locations. It will serve four Relay shops located within the custom-controlled area ... [+]

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