Agentic AI and physical AI are among the top supply chain technology trends for 2026, according to Gartner, Inc., a business and technology insights company. Advances in AI technologies are enabling chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) to drive business value, strengthen resilience, and reimagine operating models, as Gartner’s top technology trends for 2026 illustrate. These trends are shaped by three overarching themes: autonomy and agency, specialization and intelligence, an

Yusen Logistics has officially opened its new European regional headquarters, Yusen Logistics Global Management (Europe) N.V. (YLGM-EUR), in Antwerp, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to the European market and establishing a central base in one of Europe’s leading logistics hubs.The new headquarters serves as the nerve center of Yusen Logistics’ European operations, housing approximately 140 employees and supporting the company’s continued growth across the cont

ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) has strengthened its partnership with recycling specialist Befesa by introducing a multimodal circular logistics solution that transports aluminium production residues from Sweden to Germany by rail while making efficient use of return journeys. The initiative reduces road transport, improves resource efficiency, and supports more sustainable industrial supply chains. The logistics operation begins in Älmhult, Sweden, where MOBILER containers are l

Cargolux has confirmed that a Luxembourg court has ratified a plea agreement between the airline and the Luxembourg State Prosecutor regarding an influence peddling case linked to its operations in Gabon. The company emphasized that the ruling affects only the company itself, does not involve any individuals, and will have no impact on its day-to-day operations, customers, or global cargo services. The case relates to business activities carried out between 2010 and 2015. Ac

Cathay Cargo will resume its freighter operations to the Middle East from 1 August, marking the airline's first dedicated cargo services to the region since flights were suspended earlier this year due to the conflict involving Iran. The decision reflects improving security conditions and the gradual reopening of regional airspace, although the carrier says it will continue to closely monitor developments before restoring its full network. The Hong Kong-based airline confirme

French shipping and logistics group CMA CGM has agreed to acquire FedEx Supply Chain, the contract logistics subsidiary of FedEx Corp., in a transaction valued at $1.4 billion. The deal marks one of the largest logistics acquisitions of the year and significantly strengthens CMA CGM's presence in the North American contract logistics market through its subsidiary, CEVA Logistics. The transaction is expected to close later in 2026, subject to customary regulatory approvals. On

Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT), the terminal and infrastructure division of Hapag-Lloyd, has signed a term sheet to acquire a 20% stake in Eurogate Container Terminal Hamburg (CTH), further expanding its presence in one of Europe's most important container hubs. The transaction remains subject to final agreements and regulatory approvals. The planned investment also includes increasing HGT's share in the TC3 container terminal at Morocco's Port of Tangier from 10% to 20%, r

A.P. Moller–Maersk has introduced a new generation of connectivity for its refrigerated (reefer) containers, aiming to provide customers with significantly greater visibility of temperature-sensitive shipments. The new solution enables near real-time monitoring of cargo conditions, allowing customers to respond more quickly to potential issues during transport and improve overall supply chain performance. The upgraded connectivity platform builds on Maersk's broader digitalis

Maersk says recent developments between the United States and Iran have improved hopes for long-term stability in the Middle East, although the situation remains unpredictable. The carrier continues to monitor security conditions before resuming transits through the region, with any decision based on ongoing risk assessments and guidance from relevant authorities. To strengthen its Mediterranean network, Maersk has introduced several service adjustments, including the launch