UPS has introduced a range of new digital solutions designed to make shipping easier and more efficient for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). The latest enhancements include a redesigned UPS mobile app, improved online shipping tools, and smarter pickup management features, giving customers greater flexibility to manage shipments anytime and from anywhere. The updated UPS app allows users to create shipping labels, schedule and manage pickups, track shipments in real

DHL Freight has taken delivery of the first series-produced SuperPanther eTopas 600 electric heavy-duty truck manufactured in Europe, marking another milestone in the company’s transition toward low-emission road transport. The vehicle was produced at the SuperPanther plant in Steyr, Austria, and will begin commercial operations in the Netherlands this September. The partnership between DHL Freight and SuperPanther began in 2024 and was followed by extensive real-world testin

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported that global air cargo demand increased by 8.5% year-on-year in June 2026, marking another month of solid growth despite ongoing geopolitical and trade uncertainties. Demand expanded across all major regions, including the Middle East, highlighting the continued resilience of the global air freight market. The strong performance has been supported by improving manufacturing activity, rising international trade, an

Qatar Airways Cargo has announced a major expansion of its global network, introducing new destinations, resuming key routes, and increasing freighter and belly-hold capacity across Asia, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and the Middle East. The enhancements will boost the airline’s overall cargo capacity by 12%, strengthening connectivity through its Doha hub and providing customers with greater flexibility and reliability. The expansion includes the launch of new passenger des

HMM has announced that its U.S. subsidiary, Washington United Terminals (WUT), has signed a contract with HD Hyundai Samho for the supply of four new port cranes at the Port of Tacoma, Washington. The modernization project will replace two aging quay cranes and add two new yard cranes, significantly enhancing the terminal’s operational efficiency. Once completed, WUT’s annual container-handling capacity is expected to increase from 590,000 TEU to 880,000 TEU, enabling the ter

In this WOF Interview, we speak with Brook Capner, Founder & Managing Director of RAW Global, about his entrepreneurial journey, building a people-first company, and the importance of trusted global partnerships in today's freight forwarding industry. Brook shares his perspective on Australia's import market, leveraging technology to improve operations, empowering experienced teams, and why independent freight forwarders should focus on relationships built on trust rather tha

Saudia Cargo has officially launched a new scheduled cargo route between Riyadh and Melbourne, marking the first direct air freight connection between Saudi Arabia and Australia. The inaugural flight departed on 25 July and represents a major step in strengthening trade and logistics ties between the two countries. The new service is operated by a Boeing 747-400 freighter with a payload capacity of more than 100 tonnes. Thanks to its nose-loading capability, the aircraft can

UPS Healthcare has announced a $48 million investment in 27 temperature-controlled freight cross-dock facilities across key markets in North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. The investment is designed to strengthen the company's global cold-chain network and support the growing demand for advanced therapies and other temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products. The new cross-dock facilities are strategically located to accelerate the transfer of shipments between a