Italy’s Guardia di Finanza and the Ministry of the Interior reported a major cocaine seizure in what they termed “an important anti-drug operation.” The seizure happened in March but was just announced after reports in the Italian media last week. The containership Mersin Express (37,000 dwt) was the latest target of a South American-based cartel […]
U.S. logistics company Crowley has begun operations with the first of its new LNG-powered boxships for operation in the Caribbean and Central American market. The newly-delivered Quetzal is a 1,400 TEU feeder powered by dual-fuel LNG propulsion. The design is fitted to accommodate high volumes of reefer cargo for the region’s busy cold chain […]
Shipowners, governments, and labor unions agreed to a sweeping series of changes to the master agreement known as the Maritime Labour Convention, a global agreement that establishes minimum standards for the working and living conditions of seafarers. The updates, which are being called groundbreaking for the industry, come as the modern MLC prepares to […]
The Japanese cruise market is growing rapidly demonstrated by the delivery last week of the largest cruise ship, and the first in approximately 30 years, built to sail under the Japanese flag. Shipping giant NYK is moving to expand its niche cruise operations with the addition of the new Asuka III while rival Mitsui O.S.K. […]
Australian mining giant Fortescue and the Saverys family’s CMB.TECH signed a charter agreement which the companies are calling a landmark in the efforts to accelerate the deployment of ammonia-fueled vessels and the decarbonization of large, long-distance vessels. Fortescue will deploy one of the fleet of 210,000 dwt ammonia-fueled bulkers currently being built by CMB.TECH. […]
With two US Carrier Strike Groups (CSGs) now operating in the area, it appears that the regular Iranian Navy (Nedaja) has withdrawn from the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden station. The Nedaja has maintained a continuous presence in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden area since 2008. Typically, deployments have consisted of […]
Italian prosecutors moved last week to seize three ferries in the fleet of Tirrenia-Compagnia Italiana di Navigazione on charges the company falsified documents regarding the environmental performance of its ships and presented the class society and registers with counterfeit documents. Today, April 14, the media is reporting that the investigation has expanded to widespread bribery […]
Cathay Cargo Terminal has completed the first end-to-end trial of Autonomous Electric Tractor (AET) operations for direct towing from the inside of the terminal to the West Cargo Apron (WCA) at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). The trial involved a fully autonomous electric tow-tractor pulling four cargo dollies into the Cathay Cargo Terminal and driving […]
Aerios, the air cargo charter software company and member of CargoTech, has announced Texas-based carrier GTA Air as its latest partner airline, following the recent partnership announcement with award-winning airline Cargojet. GTA Air has utilised Aerios’ Carrier App platform, showcasing the system’s adaptability for both large, wide-body carriers and smaller, narrow-body operators. This collaboration underscores […]
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has expanded its capacity to meet increasing customer demand in Greater China. The carrier has increased its total flights to and from China from 11 in 2024 to a planned total of 18 in 2025, strengthening trade links between key global markets. Etihad Cargo’s capacity […]
As the air cargo industry gathers in Dubai for the World Cargo Symposium, dnata is spotlighting three major facility launches as part of global infrastructure investments exceeding US$ 110 million. New developments in The Netherlands, UAE and Iraq are set to go live in 2025, strengthening dnata’s cargo and logistics capabilities across its global operations. “As […]
By introducing the new Empowered by You employer brand, the Rhenus Group is taking an important strategic step to further strengthen its corporate culture and promote a sense of belonging among its employees worldwide. A uniform employer brand is being established for the entire Group for the first time, creating a common self-image and further strengthening the […]
