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The international PCO Network Meeting (PCO=Port Call Optimization) will take place in Bremerhaven from 7 to 9 September 2026. The organisers expect to see roughly 70 participants from ports, international …
Global air cargo demand remained strong in August, with volumes up +6% year-on-year, meaning shippers must wait a little longer to see a bigger drop in still-elevated freight rates, say …
The disruption around empty-container movements at Mundra has now spread from empty-container depot operators to transporters and shipping lines, with implications for exporters and importers using the port. The issue …
New data shows just 9.7% of transport and storage businesses expect to raise prices in September – the lowest of any major UK sector, and down sharply from 15.8% in …
The new rules have the potential to reshape competition without immediately disrupting existing robotic systems The FCC recently tightened US rules concerning foreign-made robotics. The new rules will not automatically …
Leading logistics provider climbs to seventh in CILT Top 30 while securing Multimodal 3PL Award and sixth consecutive RoSPA Gold Davies Turner is celebrating a standout summer of recognition after …
Global specialist advises freight forwarding businesses on acquisitions, sales and strategic growth opportunities Bradford, UK — August 2026 — Craig Headford, founder of Freight Mergers, has been specialising in the …
Border delays predicted when new Digitoll customs clearance system goes live in September Businesses exporting to Norway are being warned about the potential for serious delays at the border when …
Located in the heart of Central Europe, Slovakia is one of the most industrialised economies on the continent – industry accounts for nearly 30% of its GDP, with automotive and …
B&H Worldwide, a specialist aerospace logistics company, has collaborated with Temasek Polytechnic’s School of Business to give Communications & Media Management students hands-on experience of working with a real industry …
Award-winning logistics specialist Knowles Logistics is investing in the future of the industry with the launch of its own Driver Academy – an innovative apprenticeship programme designed to develop highly …
Parcelhero has published a free pallet air freight guide sheet to help growing UK exporters understand how to ship consignments of 150kg or more internationally. Parcelhero, the UK’s price comparison …
Air China Cargo, the national-flag cargo carrier of China and dedicated air freight subsidiary of Air China, today unveiled a partnership that now brings its air freight capacity to cargo.one. …
Translink Express Logistics announces four senior leadership appointments and plans to transform 66,000 sq. ft premises into huge pallet sortation centre A Leicestershire logistics firm which has grown by a …
The UK’s exporters are being squeezed from both directions – falling volumes and rising costs – according to a new analysis of official trade and business survey data by the …
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK (CILT(UK)) has welcomed the introduction of a dedicated national planning policy for freight and logistics, saying it should help the planning system …
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has further enhanced its global pharmaceuticals offering with the addition of a station at Kuala Lumpur International Airport to its …
CargoAi today announced it is partnering with Delta Cargo to accelerate the digital transformation of the airline’s cargo capabilities. This strategic decision marks a key milestone in Delta Cargo’s modernization …
The total number of deals (mergers & acquisitions (M&A), private equity and venture capital (VC)) announced across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region year-on-year (YoY) decreased by around 11% during January–July 2026, …
Help with commercial propositions, deployment planning and investor readiness is on offer to UK innovators looking to grow their business. Connected Places Catapult, the UK’s innovation agency for transport, construction, …
After what has been a turbulent start to the year, with the conflict in the Middle East pushing up fuel prices and operating costs, the confidence of logistics businesses is …
Logistics UK has revealed the shortlist for its tenth Logistics Awards, Logistics UK’s annual celebration that recognises the achievements of businesses and individuals from across the sector. Taking place at …
Baxter Freight, the Nottingham based B Corp™ Certified logistics specialist, has announced that it has achieved a Committed Badge from EcoVadis, a global leader in business sustainability assessments. The EcoVadis …
The Rhenus Group is urging businesses to factor in a major international customs documentation change into temporary cross-border movements. ATA Carnets , the international customs documents used for temporary cross‑border …
HS2 engineers have completed the first major phase of work to launch the Duddeston Junction Viaduct over the Birmingham to Derby railway lines. It marks the start of a huge …
Apprenticeships are a “cheat code” for school leavers looking to build successful careers by combining technical skills, hands-on experience and the opportunity to “earn while you learn”, according to business …
B&H Worldwide, a global leader in aerospace and aviation logistics, has relocated its Auckland office and warehouse operations to a new facility in Mangere, Auckland, reinforcing its commitment to delivering …
The e-commerce explosion has forced organisations to adapt and update their logistics operations. Automation and AI are no longer a bonus, they are the baseline for operational excellence and agility. …
Magaya Corporation, a freight management platform for logistics service providers, today announces the launch of Magaya Global Customs Compliance for New Zealand, expanding both its New Zealand offering and its …
In freight forwarding, speed is increasingly becoming a competitive advantage. While many forwarders still rely on manual processes, disconnected systems and clunky communication to produce customer quotations, customer expectations are …
Analysis from Mike Yeomans, Head of Advisory Services at IBA, the leading aviation intelligence and advisory company, shows that Base Values for factory-built and converted Boeing 747-400 freighters have risen …
The development features high-powered charging infrastructure capable of supporting the heaviest electric trucks on the market. The site will also lead to a recruitment drive for up to 50 new …
DM Transport has reached a significant milestone in its fleet electrification efforts with the deployment of its first heavy-duty battery-electric truck within the Port of Rotterdam. Purchased and funded by …
Dash Logistix, the logistics arm of South West-based logistics, vehicle and retail services provider, The Dash Group, has received a national award recognising its performance from Palletways UK, Europe’s largest …
In the first quarter of 2026, Poland’s railways carried close to 790,000 TEU in intermodal transport, and intermodal’s share of rail freight transport performance reached a record 19.2%. We are …
TAM Group today announced the launch of its dedicated Air Charter Division, strengthening its ability to provide tailored cargo capacity solutions for airlines, freight forwarders, and logistics customers across its …
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT(UK)) has welcomed the Prime Minister’s recent Prime Minister’s announcement that from 2028, 14-year-olds will be able to combine core academic study with …
The U-Freight Group has noticed that EU importers and international e-commerce businesses are adapting their shipping processes for cross-border trade following the European Union’s abolition of the €150 duty-free threshold …
Emerge, a leading transport and logistics provider based in Stoke-on-Trent, has committed to support members of the UK military community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant (AFC). The AFC is …
JAS Worldwide, a leading freight forwarding and logistics provider with more than 8,000 employees across more than 100 countries, has selected Ripple to help deliver five operational workflows end-to-end across …
ACC Aviation , the international aviation consultancy and charter specialist, today reported strong second-quarter results for its air cargo charter division, marking a profitable first full quarter under dedicated cargo …
As customer expectations around shipment visibility, data and communication continue to increase at a rapid rate, KRL Logistics is working with long-term technology partner Cen Global to unlock further capability …
Realm Realtime has announced that it will rebrand as Oppi, reflecting the company’s continued growth and the evolution of its freight management platform. Over the past few years, the platform …
Through this strategic collaboration, Aeroprime Group will support Euroairlines in strengthening its cargo and passenger business by leveraging its extensive aviation network, market expertise, and technology-driven distribution capabilities. The partnership …
AERO combines a general-access airfreight network model with the experience, standards and event know-how of NAP. Neutral Air Partner is introducing AERO Logistics Network, a new global network built exclusively …
The Prime Minister’s planned education reforms announced today (28 July 2026), which aim to build closer links between employers and young people in their local areas, are a powerful opportunity …
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced last night that it is imposing Section 301 tariffs ranging from 10 to 12.5% on products from 60 countries identified in its forced labor …
TECHNOLOGY AND AI INVESTMENT NOW “NON-DISCRETIONARY”, ACCORDING TO LOGISTICS UK AND HSBC UK ANALYSIS
Technology and AI investment is surging across the UK logistics sector as firms prepare for an increasingly automated future, according to new research by business group Logistics UK and HSBC …
CILT (UK) has unveiled its Top 30 UK Logistics Service Providers for 2026, marking the ninth year of this prestigious annual ranking. The ranking celebrates organisations that are driving innovation, …
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