Chris Lewis

New chief for Prestwick

Glasgow Prestwick Airport has appointed Jules Matteoni as chief executive, succeeding Ian Forgie, who is retiring after five years in the role. Matteoni has worked at the airport for more than 33 years, most recently as operations director He has played a central role in developing Prestwick as a gateway for international cargo and e-commerce traffic. [+]

Turkish Cargo offers fast car service

Turkish Cargo has introduced a TK Auto service for the time-critical needs of the automotive industry. It is divided into two segments, TK Auto Part and TK Auto Finished. TK Auto Part is for transportation of critical automotive components for manufacturing or aftermarket operations, including engine and transmission components, braking systems, ... [+]

CH Robinson develops first AI supply chain engineer

US-based forwarder CH Robinson has built what it describes as the first AI technology to both operate a shipper’s global supply chain and continuously assess and improve its performance.  Now serving the company’s 4PL Managed Solutions customers, the Lean AI Engineer works in concert with the Lean AI Planner introduced ... [+]

Rhenus hooks up with China’s Cosco

German forwarder Rhenus Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with China’s Cosco Shipping Specialized Carriers for a strategic partnership at Rhenus Cuxport in Cuxhaven, Germany. It aims to combine Rhenus’ port expertise with Cosco’ shipping expertise and fleet of over 200 vessels. The companies will provide transport services for shared ... [+]

Kalé acquires Spain’s Portel Logistics

Kalé Logistics Solutions has acquired Spanish port community and regulatory compliance solutions provider, Portel Logistics Technologies. Portel’s Dedalo and Vellore products will complement Kalé’s existing airport and port community systems portfolio, adding regulatory and customs compliance capabilities. Dedalo and Vellore support the electronic exchange of advance cargo information in accordance ... [+]

Emirates ups Far East freighter flights

Emirates SkyCargo is expanding its freighter services in East and Southeast Asiawith more frequencies and new destinations in response to demand currently growing at around 5% a year. It is doubling freighter capacity from its Dubai hub to Narita Airport, Tokyo, from one to two weekly flights. It is also increasing ... [+]

On paper, it’s a great idea, says Geodis

Geodis has completed a series of trials of sustainable paper-based thermal covers for pharmaceutical airfreight shipments, developed in collaboration with a global pharmaceutical customer. Solaris 5 and Solaris 10 are recyclable alternatives to traditional aluminum and foil-based covers. Since September 2025, 86 trial shipments have been ompleted in India, Saudi Arabia, ... [+]

Coast towns have promise but where are the jobs?

Young people living in Britain’s coastal communities believe their towns and cities have significant economic potential, but many fear a lack of opportunity could force them to build their futures elsewhere, according to research commissioned by Associated British Ports (ABP). The survey, conducted by More in Common found that younger coastal ... [+]

How forwarders helped British business battle the Brexit storm

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) says its members played a vital in helping businesses adapt to Brexit ten years ago. The biggest upheaval in UK trading conditions for a generation Union changed largely frictionless trade into a far more complex process involving customs declarations, rules-of-origin paperwork, VAT and duty ... [+]

Grangemouth kids name the cranes

Grangemouth school pupils helped Forth Ports name its cranes in Grangemouth - as the Scotrtish conmtainer gateway celebrates its 60th anniversary. Henceforth, the three gantry cranes, a familiar feature of the local will be known as The Forth Titan, Dougie the Docker and Sir Lifts a Lot. The new Liebherr material ... [+]

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