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Transfesa Logistics Rebrands as DB Cargo Iberia to Strengthen Position in Spain
Transfesa Logistics has officially been rebranded as DB Cargo Iberia, marking a strategic move to strengthen the presence of DB Cargo on the Spanish market. The change follows a recent reorganisation within the Transfesa Group and reflects a stronger focus on international rail logistics and integrated transport solutions across the Iberian Peninsula. With the new identity, DB Cargo Iberia is now fully integrated into the brand structure of DB Cargo, Europe’s largest rail fre
Apr 132 min read


My Freighter Launches New Cargo Routes Linking Asia and Europe
Private cargo airline My Freighter has announced the launch of new scheduled routes connecting Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and Europe. The new services began operating at the end of March 2026 as part of the company’s ongoing international expansion. The airline will operate the following routes: Hanoi – Tashkent – Frankfurt Bangkok – Tashkent – Frankfurt Almaty – Tashkent – Frankfurt Tashkent – Frankfurt Flights are scheduled on a weekly basis and will be carried out using
Apr 132 min read


MASkargo Resumes Freighter Services Between Kuala Lumpur and Ho Chi Minh City
MASkargo has resumed its dedicated freighter operations between Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Tan Son Nhat International Airport, restoring an important air cargo link between two key Southeast Asian trade hubs. The route, which previously formed part of the airline’s scheduled cargo network, had been suspended but is now back in operation as part of MASkargo’s strategy to strengthen its regional presence and respond to growing demand. The resumed service is expected
Apr 132 min read


UPS Expands Incheon Hub to Accelerate Deliveries and Strengthen Global Trade Links
Global logistics company UPS has significantly expanded its logistics hub at Incheon International Airport, aiming to speed up import deliveries and strengthen trade connections between South Korea, Asia Pacific, and Europe. The expansion has increased the size of the facility to nearly 6,400 square meters, more than four times its original capacity. At the same time, UPS introduced an advanced automated sorting system that boosts hourly processing capacity by approximately 4
Apr 132 min read


HMM Declares Shipment Deviation Amid Escalating Middle East Crisis
A major global shipping company, HMM, has issued an official customer advisory announcing significant disruptions to shipments related to the Middle East region due to escalating conflict and security risks. The company stated that the outbreak of war, increasing hostilities, and attacks on commercial vessels in and around the Strait of Hormuz have made it unsafe for ships to operate in key areas such as the Arabian Gulf, the Red Sea, and the Horn of Africa. Several vessels h
Apr 132 min read


MSC Eagle Service Enhances Direct Connectivity Between Oceania and the Americas
MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has introduced its standalone Eagle service, providing a direct and reliable connection between Oceania and the Americas, including the Caribbean, and supporting both import and export customers across key global markets. The service has been designed to enhance supply chain efficiency through weekly sailings, optimized vessel speed, and competitive transit times, ensuring consistent schedules and reliable delivery windows, particularly for
Apr 122 min read


Hanseatic Global Terminals becomes full owner of Florida International Terminal, LLC
Hanseatic Global Terminals has become the sole owner of Florida International Terminal, LLC (FIT) following the completion of a capital structure adjustment with Grupo Empresas Navieras (GEN) through its affiliate Agunsa USA. With this transaction finalized, Hanseatic Global Terminals now holds 100% ownership of the terminal, while AGUNSA exits its minority stake as part of a strategy to streamline its portfolio and focus on core operations. Florida International Terminal is
Apr 101 min read


DHL Expands Air Freight Capacity Between Asia and Europe
DHL Global Forwarding is strengthening its air freight network between Asia and Europe by launching new weekly cargo flights and expanding cooperation within the DHL Group. The new routes connect major logistics hubs, including Shanghai and Leipzig as well as Hong Kong and Liège, and aim to improve reliability and capacity on one of the world’s busiest trade lanes. The expansion is based on closer collaboration between DHL Global Forwarding and DHL Express, allowing the compa
Apr 32 min read


Global Pressure Mounts to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Around 40 countries have called for the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most important shipping routes in the world. The meeting, led by the United Kingdom, ended with a strong demand to reopen the strait, but no final solution has been reached so far. UK Foreign Minister Yvette Cooper accused Iran of trying to control the global economy by blocking this key waterway. She said that countries involved support freedom of navigation and international law,
Apr 32 min read


Expanding cross-border EV trucking in Malaysia together with Danfoss Climate Solutions
On 5 March 2026, Scan Global Logistics launched its second electric cross-border truck in Malaysia in partnership with Danfoss Climate Solutions, marking an important milestone in their collaboration on low-emission transport between Malaysia and Singapore. The new electric truck is part of a multi-year partnership with Danfoss and is dedicated to supporting the company’s efforts to reduce Scope 3 emissions in line with its LEAP 2030 sustainability targets. At the same time,
Apr 32 min read


Eurozone factories face rising costs and supply disruptions
Eurozone manufacturers faced sharply rising input costs and major supply chain disruptions in March as a result of the conflict in the Middle East. The war disrupted global logistics networks, causing delivery delays and pushing input price inflation to its highest level since October 2022. Higher oil and energy prices significantly increased production costs, forcing companies to raise their selling prices at the fastest pace in more than three years. Economists described th
Apr 21 min read


DB Cargo launches comprehensive realignment - reorganisation concept officially confirmed
The European rail freight sector is undergoing significant change as DB Cargo begins one of the most ambitious transformations in its history. The newly confirmed reorganisation concept, approved by the European Commission and the leadership of Deutsche Bahn AG, aims to create a more stable and competitive business model in the European market. The transformation is designed to address long-standing financial challenges and increasing competition in the rail freight sector. T
Apr 22 min read


Hapag-Lloyd expands carrier haulage solutions across the Middle East
Hapag-Lloyd has introduced updated carrier haulage solutions across the Middle East in response to the evolving situation in the region and ongoing disruptions affecting logistics operations. The company is now offering cross border container transport via key gateway ports including Jeddah, Salalah, Sohar, Khorfakkan and Fujairah. These connections enable continued access to Upper Gulf markets such as Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Oman and Qatar, h
Apr 21 min read


Lufthansa Cargo strengthens global network and flexible transport options
Lufthansa Cargo has introduced its new summer flight schedule, further strengthening its global network and expanding flexible transport solutions for customers. The company continues to focus on reliability and adaptability, allowing capacity to respond quickly to changing market demand and global developments. The airline operates its own long haul freighter fleet of 18 Boeing 777F aircraft, offering a strong foundation for global cargo operations. Under the new schedule, L
Apr 22 min read


Maersk Europe Market Update April 2026
The global logistics sector is currently facing significant challenges, mainly driven by the ongoing geopolitical situation in the Middle East, severe weather conditions in Europe and infrastructure disruptions across key transport corridors. The situation in the Middle East continues to evolve rapidly, with high risks and limited visibility affecting both ocean and air freight. Shipping companies are adjusting their operations as conflicts disrupt major trade routes and impa
Apr 22 min read


Qatar Airways Cargo Continues to Restore its Freighter Network
Doha, Qatar – Qatar Airways Cargo has released an updated flight schedule, gradually increasing its freighter operations to and from Doha as part of its network recovery. All cargo flights continue to operate via dedicated flight corridors, established in close coordination with the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, ensuring safe and reliable connectivity despite ongoing regional restrictions. At the same time, the carrier maintains its broader freighter network outside Doha, s
Apr 21 min read
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