Chris Lewis

Fluent Cargo to partner with Xeneta

Ocean and air freight routing and planning platform Fluent Cargo is partnering with market intelligence firm Xeneta. By working together, they aim to give users comprehensive information alongside routing capabilities, allowing them to make more efficient decisions. As Xeneta's inaugural partner in the Australia/New Zealand region, Fluent Cargo will help introduce Xeneta's market data to a broader audience, including companies that might not have pursued a direct subscription. The Fluent Cargo platform allows ... [+]

Two more years for Logistics UK president

The Logistics UK Non-Executive Board has voted to extend the tenure of Phil Roe as the organisation’s president for the next two years. He took up the position in April 2022, after five years as a non-executive director. During his time in post, he has worked to build the organisation’s ... [+]

Logistics UK to join Holyhead taskforce

Logistics UK has been invited by the Welsh government to join its taskforce examining the disruption caused by storm damage to the port of Holyhead and identifying ways to minimise similar issues in the future. The closure of Holyhead at the start of this year caused significant problems for the ... [+]

Multimodal to offer AI Clinic

This year’s Multimodal logistics and supply chain event on 17-19 June at the NEC will include a first-of-its-kind AI Clinic on the main exhibition floor. The dedicated space comes as research indicates 33% of supply chain businesses are prioritising internal cost reduction measures in response to trade uncertainties. "The logistics industry ... [+]

CLdN to invest on the Humber

Short-sea operator CLdN has announced an investment plan for its Killingholme terminal. The project, which will be completed in the second half of 2026. will enhance cargo handling capabilities at and cater for projected volume growth on connections between Killingholme, Rotterdam and Zeebrugge. CLdN’s terminal at Killingholme is situated on the ... [+]

Time to hit the road and help Gebrüder Weiss clean up

It’s time to get those pedals whirring again: On April 1, the fourth season of GWcycles, the international cycling campaign led by Gebrüder Weiss, gets underway. Cycling for the Seas is the rallying call for enthusiasts worldwide to hit the saddle together – and keep pounding the roads until 31 ... [+]

Turkish Cargo returns to Maastricht with flights from Ecuador and Miami

Turkish Cargo has returned to Maastricht Aachen Airport with two weekly freighter flights operating a Quito-Miami-Maastricht-Istanbul rotation. The flights will transport flowers, other perishable goods and general cargo. The airport’s Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) status will allow goods to move faster through customs. The airport’s head of commercial development, Dean Boljuncic said: “Our ... [+]

DHL gains medical expertise

DHL Group is to acquire 100% of Cryopdp, a global provider of supply chain solutions for the life sciences sector from Nashville-based parent company, medical logistics specialist Cryoport, subject to regulatory approvals. Cropdp specialises in movements for clinical trials, biopharma and cell and gene therapies. It has offices in 15 countries ... [+]

Deugro appoints CCO

Heavylift forwarder Deugro has appointed Steffen Behrens as chief commercial officer. He has been with the company since 2017 and has played a pivotal role in leading and developing the Middle East region from his base in Dubai and has held various roles in the UAE, China, and Germany within ... [+]

WestJet speeds voyages of the beagles

Canadian carrier WestJet Cargo is to be the official partner of The Beagle Alliance. It will provide transport of dogs across Canada rescued from research facilities, ensuring they reach their forever homes quickly and with minimal stress. The Beagle Alliance rescues former research animals who would otherwise be euthanized and advocates ... [+]

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