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September 2024

Irish firms invest in Merseyside’s SSO Logistics

Bolton-based Irish Freight Solutions (IFS) and Armagh-based Allied Fleet Services (AFS) have signed a partnership with Merseyside-based SSO Logistics, bringing a seven-figure investment to the St Helens-based company that would help take it to the next level, said chief executive, Peter Draper. Founded in 2019 by Bolton native James Wood, IFS says it is a key player in logistics services to Ireland, growing from a start-up to achieve a turnover of ... [+]

Envirotainer completes va-Q-tec merger

Temperature-controlled equipment specialist Envirotainer has completed the integration of va-Q-tec’s pharma business, advancing the future of pharma cold chain  It says that as the pharmaceutical industry faces growing demands for more reliable and flexible cold chain solutions, it has strengthened its portfolio with the addition of advanced passive cooling technology. It adds ... [+]

Gruber takes on Türkiye expert

Family-owned forwarder Gruber Logistics has appointed Rifat Cicek as branch director in Türkiye. He will further develop the company in the country, which is emerging as a key gateway between Europe and Asia. A main focus will be Turkish-Italian trade. [+]

Cathay A350s set to return by 7 September

Hong Kong carrier Cathay Pacific's says its A350 fleet will resume full operations by 7 September after 14 of the aircraft were temporarily withdrawn from service after fuel line faults. Six aircraft have already undergone successful repairs and are cleared to operate and the remaining nine will be repaired and expected ... [+]

World’s biggest methanol ship in service on China-North Europe route

Maersk has deployed the world’s largest methanol-powered ship, the 16,592TEU Antonia Maersk on the weekly route between the Port of Gothenburg and Asia. Sweden’s main sea gateway now has two methanol-powered container ships making regular calls. The ship is now in service on the AE5/Albatross route, part of the 2M shipping ... [+]

More than just an office: Seafrigo opens state-of-the-art HQ

Seafrigo Group has opened a new headquarters at Rue de New-York, Le Havre. It says the facility is more than just a corporate hub and has been designed with modernity and functionality at its core, providing an inspiring environment for its 450 team members. Sefrigo, founded in 1979, offers multi-modal forwarding ... [+]

Digital Catapult in bid to speed up global supply chain

Digital Catapult, the UK authority on advanced technology, has unveiled an International Supply Chain Accelerator that aims to transform global supply chains through the application of deep tech solutions. It has launched two initiatives, one focused on Seamless Trade Across Borders and the second on Product Carbon Footprint Measurement. They aim ... [+]

WFS lands Magma Aviation in Liege

SATS Group’s Worldwide Flight Services’ (WFS) arm has gained a multi-year contract to handle Magma Aviation freighters at Belgium’s Liege Airport. Starting in September WFS will provide ramp and warehouse cargo handling for a minimum of five regular Boeing 747-400F flight rotations a week. WFS will also handle cargo onboard charter flights ... [+]

Scots gateway appoints man in China

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (GPA) has appointed Colin Dai as its country sales director for China. He brings over 25 years of experience in aviation and e-commerce, having work for carriers including Qatar Airways and Virgin Atlantic. GPA aims to foster business relationships across China, including the e-commerce industry. It recently launched ... [+]

Partnership cuts Quality Freight emissions

UK forwarding and logistics company Quality Freight Services has partnered with sustainability consultancy Carbon Neutral Group to reduce its  emissions with initial measures included installing solar panels and EV charging stations at its head office in Shipley, West Yorkshire. The partners are now building a comprehensive sustainability plan which details ... [+]

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