Russian transport company FESCO Transport Group has successfully delivered its first shipment of Vietnam-assembled vehicles to Kazakhstan using a new intermodal logistics route via the port of Vladivostok. The shipment began its journey at the port of Hai Phong in Vietnam and was transported by sea through FESCO’s Vietnam Direct Line service to the Vladivostok Commercial Sea Port. From there, the cargo continued by rail to its final destination in Kazakhstan, demonstrating th

PSA Zeebrugge has taken a major step toward sustainability by installing nearly 1,900 solar panels at its terminal in Belgium. Unlike traditional rooftop systems, the panels are mounted vertically on the facades of warehouse buildings, making the project one of the largest vertical solar installations in the country. The system has an annual capacity of approximately 770 megawatt-hours (MWh), which is enough to cover about half of the terminal’s electricity consumption. In ad

Danish logistics giant A.P. Moller - Maersk has officially opened a new fully automated distribution center in Singapore, significantly expanding its logistics and e-commerce capabilities in the Asia Pacific region. The facility, known as World Gateway II, spans 1.1 million square feet and represents a major investment of over $200 million. It is designed to support the growing number of companies using Singapore as a regional or global distribution hub, thanks to its strateg

Italian logistics company FS Logistix, in partnership with Logtainer, has launched new intermodal rail services connecting key ports and inland logistics hubs in northern Italy. The new services link the ports of Port of Genoa and Port of Vado Ligure with major inland terminals in Verona Quadrante Europa and Milan Segrate. The initiative is designed to transfer maritime cargo directly from ships onto trains, improving efficiency in freight transport. By integrating sea and ra

German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd has signed three Letters of Intent (LOI) with the Government of India to deepen cooperation and support the development of the country’s maritime and logistics sector. The agreements were signed in Mumbai during a meeting between CEO Rolf Habben Jansen and India’s Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal. The cooperation focuses on three key areas: ship reflagging, sustainable ship recycling, and the development of majo

Busan Port is undergoing a major transformation from a traditional automated port into a fully AI-powered “smart port” capable of making decisions and operating autonomously. The initiative is part of South Korea’s national strategy to become a global leader in artificial intelligence. Under the plan, the port aims to increase container terminal productivity by 30% by 2030 while achieving zero workplace fatalities. At the center of this transformation is the Busan Port AX (AI

The Port of Algeciras has reinforced its cooperation with Port of Ningbo-Zhoushan following a recent visit by a Chinese delegation led by Zhejiang Seaport Group. The meeting highlighted the strong strategic relationship between the two ports. Ningbo Zhoushan is one of Algeciras’ key trading partners and serves as an important origin point on the Maritime Silk Road, a major trade route connecting Asia and Europe. Located on China’s east coast, Ningbo Zhoushan is the world’s bu

Global logistics company UPS has launched its largest and most technologically advanced logistics center in the Asia Pacific region, marking a major investment in strengthening global supply chains. The new Taoyuan International Logistics Center (TILC), located in Taiwan, covers more than 81,000 square meters and more than doubles UPS’s warehouse capacity in the country. Situated just five kilometers from Taoyuan International Airport, the facility provides fast and seamless

Fraport AG is advancing its sustainability agenda with the launch of the GREENVOLT project at Frankfurt Airport, a strategic initiative focused on reducing emissions and modernizing ground operations. Supported by the European Union, which is contributing €2.55 million out of a total €8.5 million investment, the project is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. At its core, GREENVOLT is designed to transform how energy is generated, stored, and used across the airport a

Budapest–Belgrade railway has officially entered regular freight operations, marking a significant milestone for rail cargo connectivity in Southeast Europe and strengthening the ÖBB Rail Cargo Group network in the region. The upgraded 350 kilometre line significantly improves transport between the Hungarian and Serbian capitals while enhancing connections to key European transport corridors. The route plays an important role in enabling faster and more efficient movement of

DHL Supply Chain has announced a major expansion of its data center logistics infrastructure in North America, adding 10 dedicated facilities with a combined capacity of more than 7 million square feet, set to go live in 2026. The new sites are designed to support hyperscale and colocation data center operators as demand for digital infrastructure accelerates, driven largely by the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and cloud computing. The facilities will provide specia

Amazon Australia has unveiled plans to invest more than AU$750 million in a new state-of-the-art robotics fulfillment center in Brisbane, marking one of the company’s largest infrastructure projects in the region. Targeted for completion in 2028, the facility will span 150,000 square meters across four levels, making it one of the largest warehouses ever built in Queensland. Once fully operational, the center will be capable of processing more than 125 million packages annual

MSC Air Cargo has officially launched its first dedicated air cargo route to mainland China, marking a significant milestone in its global network expansion. In the early hours of March 4, flight CP251 landed at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, where it was welcomed with a ceremonial water arch, symbolizing one of the highest honors in civil aviation. The aircraft departed again at 5:29 am for Milan Malpensa Airport, creating a direct link between Asia and Europe and st

Sharjah Airport Authority participated in Air Cargo India 2026, held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, where it presented its latest developments in air cargo, logistics, and digital transformation. During the event, the Authority showcased its cargo expansion plans, integrated logistics solutions, and sustainability initiatives. The exhibition provided an important platform to strengthen air cargo connectivity between Sharjah and key Asian markets, particularly i

Evos Rotterdam is planning to expand its terminal in the Europoort area of the Port of Rotterdam. The project includes the construction of five new storage tanks with a total capacity of approximately 67,500 m³, dedicated to (bio)methanol and (bio)ethanol. This will further increase the terminal’s overall storage capacity alongside the existing 21 tanks. To support the increased transshipment volume, a new inland shipping berth will be developed. The quay will be constructed

Maersk has announced the introduction of a temporary “Emergency Inland Fuel/Energy Surcharge” for inland transport across the Nordic region, as fuel costs surge due to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. The measure reflects growing pressure on global logistics networks following disruptions to fuel supply chains. Escalating geopolitical tensions have significantly reduced fuel availability and driven prices higher, particularly after restrictions affecting key routes such

HERE Technologies has launched new EV planning capabilities within its HERE Tour Planning tool aimed at helping logistics operators manage increasingly complex mixed fleets of electric and internal combustion vehicles. The upgrade, announced on Feb. 9, introduces advanced routing and optimization features designed to improve efficiency as commercial EV adoption continues to grow. The company, which is a global mapping and location technology provider headquartered in the Neth

Saudi Arabia has launched a Logistics Corridors Initiative designed to strengthen supply chain resilience and improve cargo flows between Gulf countries and the Kingdom’s Red Sea ports. The program was announced by Minister of Transport and Logistics Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser during a visit to Jeddah Islamic Port together with officials from the Saudi Ports Authority and the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority. The initiative creates dedicated operational corridors that allow c

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has introduced DG Digital, a new solution designed to fully digitalize Dangerous Goods Declarations in the air cargo industry. The tool is integrated into the DG AutoCheck platform and replaces the traditional paper based process with a fully digital workflow, allowing declarations to be created, transmitted and validated electronically from the start. Currently around 95 percent of dangerous goods declarations are still subm

Japanese shipping company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has acquired a 25 percent equity stake in the ship management company V.Ships France, headquartered in Nantes, through its subsidiary MOL Euro Energie. The investment is aimed at strengthening MOL’s presence in Europe and expanding its cooperation with the French ship manager. V.Ships France has been managing several MOL vessels for years, including LNG bunkering ships operating in Rotterdam and Marseille. Under the expanded