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February 2024

DSV paper champions Circular Economy

DSV has released a White Paper on the Circular Economy, in particular for the biologics, pharma and health sectors. Authored by a range of sector experts and featuring DSV’s own experience and that of its customers, it outlines how adopting such models can overcome supply chain disruption, mitigate single-use plastics and foster environmental protection, whilst still prioritising patient safety. The paper is and, independent sector experts and innovators. Traditionally, supply chains have ... [+]

‘Bidding war’ on the cards for Wincanton

A bidding war for Wincanton is emerging after it was revealed that US-owned GXO Logistics was also interested in acquiring the UK-based logistics company. The US firm’s move came on 26 February, about three weeks after CEVA Logistics, a subsidiary of CMA CGM, said it had reached agreement to take over ... [+]

DHL lines up five more years for Formula 1

DHL has signed a multi-year extension to its 20-year-old official deal with the Formula 1 World Championship, making it the sport’s longest standing global partner. With Formula 1 looking to reach net zero goal by 2030, DHL is to double the number of biofuel-powered trucks to 37, following their introduction last ... [+]

Freightos tops a million transactions

The Freightos digital booking and payment platform said it handled over a million transactions in 2023 in its full-year results, published on 26 February. It achieved a record 287,0000 transactions in the fourth quarter of 2023, up 36% year over year, concluding the year with 1,025,000 transactions which it said ... [+]

Cathay steps up recycled plastic use

Cathay Cargo Terminal says it has become the first cargo terminal in Hong Kong to adopt 50%  recycled plastic cargo cover sheets for all export shipments built up in its facility. It has increased recycled content from 30%. Material has been lab-tested and in rigorous real-world trials. The new sheets ... [+]

Commission approves CMA CGM’s Bolloré takeover

The European Commission has approved CMA CGM’s acquisition of fellow French company of Bolloré Logistics. Approval is conditional on divestment of all Bolloré Logistics' activities in Guadeloupe, Martinique, Saint Martin, and French Guiana; and of a number of assets in metropolitan France linked to these activities. The Commission said that its ... [+]

Government consults on London night flights

The government has launched a consultation on night flights at Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted, between 11:30pm and 6am. Residents and businesses are being asked for views on continuing the existing regime which limits the number of flights between those hours, after October 2025. The consultation comes with a recommendation of ... [+]

ABP appoints projects chief

Associated British Ports has appointed Francis Paonessa to the new role of capital projects director. He will join ABP in April from Thames Water where he has led a portfolio of projects with an annual investment of up to £1bn per year. Prior to that Francis was managing director of ... [+]

Woodland offers Czech route

Woodland Group has launched a road freight service to and from the Czech Republic. Full load, groupage, and express solutions are available with UK nationwide coverage and full ADR capabilities for dangerous goods. Free carbon reporting is available. [+]

Duvenbeck to take over Dutch specialist

German logistics company, Duvenbeck has signed an agreement to take over Netherlands operator Schotpoort Logistics, subject to approval by the competition authorities. The family-owned company, which has its headquarters in Eerbeek near Arnhem, specialises in transport, warehousing, contract and project logistics and with main customers including the paper and packaging, ... [+]

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