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SEKO offers plastic-free solution

SEKO Logistics has partnered with The Better Packaging Co to help replace single-use plastics in supply chains. Better Packaging is the world’s leading provider of Home Compostable packaging for eCommerce. Its comPOST Packs will break down in less than 180 days into completely non-toxic elements while performing as well, if not better, than traditional plastic. SEKO is offering the packaging in the UK, Europe USand New Zealand. Managing director of SEKO ... [+]

Rhenus raises the bar in India

German owned forwarder Rhenus Group has opened a logistics warehouse in Gurugram, near Delhi. The 32,500sq ft building sets new standards in India, it says offering 30,000 pallet spaces, 19 loading gates and 24-hour security. Sustainable aspects include solar roof panels and collecting and recycling water. Rhenus in Gurugram serves ... [+]

DSV offers Latam cargo flights

Freight forwarder DSV is expanding its air charter network – which offers controlled cargo capacity on key trade lanes and reliable transit times – including round-trip flights from Frankfurt to Mexico City and Guadalajara along with others between Asia and the Americas. The network is ideal for handling special cargo such ... [+]

Delta joins green airfreight drive

Delta Cargo has joined the Sustainable Air Freight Alliance (SAFA), a collaborative initiative aiming to reduce businesses’ environmental footprint, in line with the carrier’s pledge earlier this year to become the world’s first carbon neutral airline. SAFA is a collaboration between shippers, freight forwarders and airlines to track and reduce ... [+]

On track for the East Midlands – updated

GB Railfreight has launched a five-days-a-week intermodal service from Solent Stevedores terminal in Southampton to Maritime Transport’s East Midlands Gateway. It is its fourth daily service from the port and its 20th intermodal service. GBRf is offering loaded and empty storage and final-mile delivery. The rail company is also set to start ... [+]

Virus is spur to digital shipping

The coronavirus pandemic is proving a catalyst for shipping digitalization, according to Freight Technologies Market Analysis by transport management systems firm, Haven. Some 42% of survey takers reported they were now looking to upgrade their systems by investing in the further digitalization of their international shipment processes, with 37% were ... [+]

Qatar Airways seeks redress for trade blockade

Qatar Airways Group has launched international investment arbitrations against the UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Egypt to seek redress for the air, sea and land blockade imposed on its home country since June 2017. The airline is seeking a total of at least US$5 billion from the blockading states as ... [+]

Desartes’ Impatex helps GBA prepare for Brexit surge

GB Agencies (GBA) is using Descartes Systems Group’s Impatex software to prepare for Brexit. GBA handles more than two million vehicle movements per year on behalf of its customers through its port and delivery operations and, as part of its preparations, upgraded to Descartes e-Customs solution to manage inbound and ... [+]

Europa turnover tops £200m in 2019

Europa Worldwide Group saw 16.5% growth in its results for the the year ending 31 December 2019, with turnover up £29m to a record £205 million. The groupage operator and forwarder said it had succeeded in achieving the target it set 12 months ago to exceed the £200million mark. Net profit ... [+]

Etihad signs up for cargo screening system

Etihad Cargo has signed a partnership with intelligent supply chain solutions firm, E2open. Scheduled to be fully operational by November, it will enable Etihad Cargo to automate cargo screening against global regulations and sanctions leveraging E2open’s global trade content. It will improve efficiency, minimise the risk of penalties and reduce ... [+]

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