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DP World’s shortsea arm Unifeeder has added two new vessels to its fleet. The Chinese-built ships form part of Unifeeder’s fleet renewal plan, which aims to deploy more efficient ships while the company continues to test alternative fuels and monitor the availability of fuel supplies.
Both vessels are Sapphire 5300 compact gearless container ships, equipped with advanced maritime technologies that enhance cargo handling efficiency and reduce operational costs.
The Navios Utmost will ...
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The Road Haulage Association has called for call for processes to be simplified for just-in-time goods, moving between Great Britain and Ulster, including a new declaration category, in recommendations to the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn published on 1 October.
It also wants ...
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Logistics UK has called on the UK government to step up its engagement with the European Commission to clarify when the EU’s new Entry/ Exit System will be implemented, following press reports that introduction may be delayed again beyond November 2024.
Head of trade and devolved ...
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M&H Carriers has opened a new delivery hub in Perth with a 15,000sqft warehouse and is increasing its fleet by over 10 new vehicles. The new site is its fifth delivery hub, joining its headquarters in Aberdeen, along with Inverness, Dundee and Argyll and a ...
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CHEP unveiled a stackable, reusable container for light and medium-weight dry cargo at the FachPack show in Nürnberg on 24-26 September.
The FalConic is constructed from 80% recycled materials and offers a reusable alternative to single-use packaging, helping businesses minimise their environmental impact. The container’s foldability ...
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UPS has opened a healthcare-focused cross-docking facility in Hyderabad, India.
It can hold or sort 15 pallets in +15°C to +25°C, 7 Pallets in +2 to +8°C and 50 pallets under uncontrolled ambient conditions, eliminating the need for prolonged warehouse storage.
The facility also serves as a ...
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Martinair founder and former chief executive, Martin Schröder died on 2 October, at the age of 93.
He founded Martin’s Air Charter, a modest airline in 1958 which quickly grew into Martinair and became a key player in the cargo and passenger market. He also paved ...
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Future Forwarding has relocated its head office from Batley to a new location in Leeds. The facility at Unit 7, Turnberry Business Park, Gildersome, Leeds, offers expanded office space and advanced technology to streamline operations and improve efficiency, along with energy-efficient systems.
Managing Director UK Richard ...
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September’s global air cargo market lived up to analysts’ expectations, becoming the first month of 2024 not to report double-digit growth due to a strong year-on-year comparison. Demand did rise by 9% on last year, according to the latest industry data from Xeneta.
Airlines and freight ...
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Danish-based forwarder Leman freight has appointed René Bach Larsen as its new chief executive, from 1 November. He has worked with Geodis in leadership roles across Europe, Asia, and most recently, as managing director of North America. Larsen takes over from interim chief executive Michael ...
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