Chris Lewis

Kale automates Kansai clearances

Kale Logistics Solutions has automated the customs clearance operations of CKTS Company Limited, a ground handler at Kansai International Airport in Osaka, Japan. The first stage of deploying its Galaxy cargo management system covers the shipment triggering and document acceptance process, processes that previously relied on manual data entry. The system is being deployed in phases to optimise integration of existing systems and processes so as not to disrupt cargo operations. The second ... [+]

Fire remains major risk, warns TT Club

TT Club is warning cargo handling and terminals operators that fire remains a major cause of damage and losses to port and terminal equipment.  The insurance specialist’s analysis of a ten-year claims history shows that of the near 1,600 fire-related claims it has received over that period, 19% have involved ... [+]

Shanghai spot rate slump could be taste of things to come

The game of ‘cat and mouse’ between some of the world’s biggest trading nations may have taken its first nibble at international e-commerce volumes in February’s global air cargo market data with spot rates from Shanghai to the US dropping -29% month-on-month to US$3.23 per kg, according to the latest ... [+]

Post Office-DPD deal goes global

The Post Office and DPD have extended their partnership to include international delivery services. Following a trial at 300 Post Offices, customers can now choose DPD Classic, DPD Direct Lite and DPD Air Classic and Air Express services at 4,100 post offices across the UK. The Post Office and DPD ... [+]

Logistics UK welcomes Scotland/Europe ferry plans

Logistics UK has welcomed reports that a ferry service between Scotland and France could be restarted, possibly as early as 2025. Head of trade and devolved policy, Nichola Mallon said a new direct sailing would increase freight connectivity and expand route options for exports to mainland Europe. A spokesman for DFDS ... [+]

Rhenus to showcase bestselling book services

Rhenus Group will showcase its publishing and book trade logistics service at the London Book Fair at Olympia on 11-13 March. It will present its sustainable shipping solutions, designed to provide publishing procurement professionals with greater control over costs, reduce delays, and improved forward planning, whilst meeting strict global publishing ... [+]

Militzer & Münch opens in Taiwan

Militzer & Münch has set up a new country unit in Taiwan. M&M Militzer & Münch Taiwan opened its doors in February and is led by Igor Zarenko, a German national with more than 25 years of logistics experience in Asia. M&M has expanded its presence in the Far East ... [+]

Lufthansa Cargo revenue jumps 10%

Lufthansa Cargo said significantly improved its business results in 2024 compared to the previous year. Revenue increased by 10% to €3.26 billion and adjusted EBIT rose by 15% to €251 million. Available freight capacity also expanded 9% in 2024 to 13.7 billion freight tonne-kilometers, sales increased by 14% to 8.5 ... [+]

Toga expands UK team

Ireland-based Toga Freight is expanding its team in the UK. Heading up commercial operations is Paul Mountford, who took on the role of commercial director in October 2024, overseeing operations and sales for both Toga UK and Irish Sea Logistics (ISL). Keira Lee joined Toga Freight and ISL in December 2024 ... [+]

Cold Chain Technologies buys Global Cold Chain Solutions

Thermal packaging and digital monitoring company Cold Chain Technologies (CCT) has acquired Global Cold Chain Solutions, a provider of passive cold chain solutions primarily in Australia and India, for an undisclosed sum. GCCS designs and manufactures thermal assurance solutions for life sciences applications at sites across Australia and India. It is ... [+]

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