Lufthansa Cargo has successfully launched operations at the first and largest phase of its new LCCevo cargo hub at Frankfurt Airport, marking a major milestone in the company's €600 million modernization project. The new facility is designed to enhance operational efficiency, increase handling capacity, and strengthen Frankfurt's position as one of Europe's leading air cargo gateways. The newly operational terminal introduces advanced automation, intelligent cargo handling sy

South Korean container carrier HMM has once again demonstrated its commitment to sustainability by securing the highest ratings from two of the world's leading environmental, social, and governance (ESG) assessment organizations, EcoVadis and Sustainalytics. For the third consecutive year, HMM was awarded the prestigious EcoVadis Platinum Medal, an honor reserved for the top 1% of companies evaluated worldwide. In the 2026 assessment, the company achieved an overall score of

Ocean Network Express (ONE) has reminded customers of the importance of complying with international container security seal standards as part of its ongoing commitment to cargo security and supply chain integrity. The advisory emphasizes that all containers transported by ONE must be secured with high-security seals that comply with the ISO 17712 standard. These seals are designed to protect cargo from tampering and unauthorized access while ensuring compliance with internat

A.P. Moller – Maersk has officially appointed Scott Elliott as Regional President for Asia Pacific, reinforcing the company's leadership in one of the world's most strategically important markets. Elliott has been serving as the interim Regional President since January 2026, leading the business through a period of continued transformation and growth. His permanent appointment reflects Maersk's confidence in his leadership and extensive experience across finance, logistics, a

Peter Somaglia began his career in 1968 with the former airline Swissair, holding various management positions in Switzerland and abroad over more than three decades. He later served as CEO of Swisscargo AG and, after the collapse of Swissair, worked as an independent management consultant before becoming CEO of Cargologic AG in Zurich in 2004. In 2015, he was a co-founder of CarbonCare, a Swiss initiative focused on measuring and reducing CO₂ emissions in logistics and trans

Kuehne+Nagel has announced a new collaboration with Google Cloud aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of air freight shipments through the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The initiative forms part of both companies’ broader sustainability strategies and highlights the growing role of alternative fuels in decarbonizing global supply chains. Under the agreement, Google Cloud will utilize Kuehne+Nagel’s Book & Claim solution, which enables customers to support SAF adop

DP World has marked a major milestone in the modernization of its Southampton terminal with the arrival of four new ship-to-shore (STS) cranes, which are set to become the largest quay cranes currently operating in Europe. The new cranes form part of DP World’s ongoing investment programme aimed at strengthening Southampton’s position as one of the United Kingdom’s leading container gateways. Designed to handle the latest generation of ultra-large container vessels, the equip

London Heathrow Airport has welcomed the UK Government’s decision to launch a consultation on the draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement (HENPS), a key step towards the long-debated expansion of the country’s largest airport. The proposed policy framework would pave the way for the construction of a third runway at Heathrow, a project that airport officials believe is essential to meeting future demand for passenger and cargo capacity while supporting long-term ec

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has reaffirmed its commitment to Africa’s economic development and trade growth during the Africa CEO Forum 2026, one of the continent’s leading business and investment events held in Kigali, Rwanda. The forum brought together business leaders, policymakers, investors, and industry stakeholders to discuss Africa’s evolving role in the global economy and the future of trade, infrastructure, and industrial development. Representing MSC at the