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FedEx opens first European Life Science Center in Veldhoven

FedEx has opened its first European Life Science Center in Veldhoven, the Netherlands.The temperature-controlled facility joins a global network that can receive, store, kit, and pick, pack and ship healthcare products and is GDP (Good Distribution Practices)–licensed. The 1,000sq m warehouse has four temperature-controlled rooms and freezers for temperatures ranging from -80 °C to +25 °C and is monitored 24/7, with each temperature zone having its own alarm system. It also ... [+]

Two tenants for Gateway 14

The Gateway 14 development at Stowmarket, part of Freeport East, has gained planning consent for two buildings to be occupied by manufacturers of eco-friendly construction materials. Turkish-owned Assan Panel which manufactures sandwich panel construction materials and exports to 85 countries across the world, will invest ... [+]

CMA CGM partners with Google in AI revolution

Shipping and logistics company CMA CGM has signed a partnership with Google to accelerate integration of artificial intelligence (AI) across its worldwide operations. It says that by leveraging Google's proven AI solutions and insights from experts, it will empower its employees with programs and to assist ... [+]

Open Logistics Foundation offers tamper-proof customs processes

The Open Logistics Foundation is developing a Blockchain solution for transparent and tamper-proof customs clearance in the UK. The foundation, which is based in Dortmund, Germany, says that the Goods Passport ID (GPID) would be transparent and tamper-proof and help customs authorities, freight forwarders and ... [+]

DSV wins warehousers’ green award

Forwarding and logistics company DSV has been named the winner of the Award for Excellence in Sustainability at the 2024 United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) Awards. The Award for Excellence in Sustainability commends organisations that excel in driving positive change through energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and ... [+]

Every day could soon be a holiday – but not in a good way, warns Logistics UK

Logistics UK has called on the new Labour government to urgently sort out post-Brexit border arrangements to avoid holiday traffic-type queues become a regular occurrence. With summer holiday traffic expected to build at Channel ports from this weekend, Logistics UK  is urging Keir Starmer’s government to ... [+]

XPO offers road-rail route to Turkey

XPO Logistics has launched a multimodal service between Antwerp, Belgium, and Istanbul, Turkey. The 2,600km route combines road and rail, reducing transit time from ten days to eight compared to road transportation alone. It also offers customers more regular service throughout the year, even in ... [+]

Ceva signs up for Saudi joint venture

CMA CGM-owned Ceva Logistics has signed a joint venture agreement with Almajdouie Logistics of Saudi Arabia.  The signed agreement now awaits review and approval by regulatory authorities. Ceva would control the majority of the newly established joint venture.   It would target industries ranging from energy and ... [+]

FourKites brings clarity to Clariant supply chain

Specialty chemical company Clariant is using the FourKites platform for visibility for its ocean shipments. The company says that in six weeks after implementation it achieved its highest-ever tracking percentage for international shipments. The solution provides critical alerts and updates, along with dynamic predictive estimated ... [+]

Cargo-partner moves fast in Mexico

Austrian-based forwarder Cargo-partner, part of the Nippon Express Group, has introduced an enhanced suite of emergency freight solutions in Mexico. They include air charter, on-board courier, next flight out, and expedited trucking. They are aimed at customers who wish to avoid production shutdowns in industries such ... [+]

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