Norwegian salmon exports have experienced significant growth in recent years, with airfreight playing a crucial role in reaching distant markets swiftly. In January 2025 alone, Norway exported over NOK 1 billion / $88.9 million worth of salmon to the United States, marking a new record in value. So the mood music from the White House […]
David Taylor, Director of Operations at Mark 3 International, says the end to US de minimis exemptions for China could cause far greater disruption than any tariff hikes. De minimis thresholds are set by each country and imported goods below those values do not attract tax or duties. It is a scheme that works very […]
Since 2020, several all-cargo airlines have emerged in Europe, expanding the sector and addressing the rising demand for freight transportation. One example is Air Belgium Cargo, which launched in 2021, capitalising on its parent company’s experience to offer dedicated freighter services across Europe. Another notable newcomer is Global Supply Systems, a UK-based carrier that began […]
We asked United Airlines Cargo about the value European cargo gives to the carrier. ACW: What are the primary European destinations served by United Cargo? United Cargo offers extensive service from multiple US hubs to key European destinations. Our primary inbound cargo locations include Frankfurt, Amsterdam, London Heathrow, Brussels, Paris Charles de Gaulle and Zurich. […]
One hundred years ago, the 1920s marked a transformative period in aviation history, particularly in Europe, where airfreight and long-distance flights saw significant advances. This decade witnessed the integration of cargo and passenger transport, pioneering transcontinental flights and the emergence of notable aviation figures who would leave lasting legacies. In the aftermath of World War […]
The UK government’s approval of Heathrow’s third runway was met with a mix of surprise and controversy. While the expansion had been debated for decades, the final green light in 2018 came amid strong opposition from environmental groups, local communities and some political figures. Many expected continued delays due to legal challenges and climate commitments. […]
The increasing volume of east – west road traffic through North America’s busiest corridor at Toronto, Canada requires the development of new and alternative solutions for the future. One of the possibilities involves the operation of mega-scale roll-on, roll-off shipping to carry trucks along the northern region of Lake Ontario. Introduction A steadily increasing […]
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a continuing resolution (CR) rather than a budget to fund the federal government for the rest of the year, leaving funding levels effectively flat across the board. Without a normal appropriations bill, the military services lack the funding to offset inflation and the authorities needed to conduct […]
A new tug construction project underway at Turkey’s Uzmar shipyard will integrate a marine battery power system with a methanol-fueled engine to minimize emissions from the operations. The vessel is being built for Svitzer and will be launched later this year for operations in Gothenburg, Sweden. The tug is based on Svitzer’s TRAnsverse tug design […]
Retailers are continuing to front-load their imports into U.S. ports due to the uncertainty over U.S. tariffs and the potential that the Trump administration will move to impose fees on Chinese-built ships reports the National Retail Federation. While the trade group expects volumes to remain elevated through the spring, its Global Port Tracker is reducing […]
[By: Wescom Group] Emmanuella (Ella) Isiraojie has been appointed as Business Development Manager Medical ANP Pharma Ltd, a Wescom Group company. Responsible for global business development, Ella has over 16 years of expertise working in sales and marketing in the pharmaceutical and medical distribution industry. At ANP Pharma, Ella’s role includes building and developing the […]
Global chemical tanker operator Odfjell has joined the growing list of shipping companies that are incorporating wind-assisted propulsion into their operations as they seek to lower emissions. The company’s first sail installation was completed in Antwerp, and the chemical tanker Bow Olympus will now be carefully monitored to observe the impact on operations. “The five-year-old […]
