Qatar Airways Cargo has announced the resumption of both freighter and belly-hold services to Iraq, restoring important cargo connectivity between Doha and Baghdad. The carrier will introduce a weekly Boeing 777 freighter service to Baghdad (BGW) starting 7 May, followed by the resumption of twice-weekly passenger flights from 10 May. With both operations in place, total cargo capacity will exceed 115 tonnes per week from Doha to Baghdad. Expanding Network and Capacity As of

Lufthansa Cargo has launched its summer flight schedule 2026, further strengthening flexible and reliable transport solutions for global supply chains. The schedule is supported by the company’s own long-haul freighter fleet of 18 Boeing 777F aircraft, operating worldwide. In total, Lufthansa Cargo will offer up to 87 weekly flights to 35 destinations, with a strong focus on adapting capacity to shifting market demand and global developments. Strong Focus on Asia and Global C

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has announced the launch of a new Europe – Red Sea – Middle East Express service in response to growing demand for connections between Europe and the Red Sea region, as well as the ongoing challenges in the Middle East. The service is designed to provide reliable, efficient, and competitive shipping solutions, offering improved transit times suitable for a wide range of cargo types. The first sailing is scheduled from Antwerp on 10 May (voya

The Lithuanian government has approved the special plan for the Kaunas–Vilnius section of the Rail Baltica project, marking a key milestone in the country’s transport and logistics development. The decision also enables the start of land acquisition procedures in the Kaunas and Jonava districts, paving the way for future construction. The Kaunas–Vilnius connection is planned as a later phase of the broader Rail Baltica corridor, which will link Poland with Lithuania, Latvia,

China Eastern Airlines has officially launched its first direct service between Xi’an and Vienna International Airport, marking a significant milestone for both passenger travel and air freight connectivity between Central Europe and Western China. The new route, inaugurated on April 20, 2026, operates three times per week using an Airbus A330-200 aircraft. It represents the first-ever nonstop connection between Vienna and Xi’an, reducing transit times to under eleven hours a

The U.S. Supreme Court’s 2026 ruling that invalidated tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act marked a major turning point in global trade. The Court determined that the law does not clearly authorize the president to impose tariffs, leading to a decision that effectively eliminated these duties and triggered a large-scale refund process for businesses. Following the ruling, the U.S. Court of International Trade ordered that affected importers sh

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East continues to significantly disrupt global supply chains, with logistics providers such as DSV closely monitoring developments and coordinating with partners and local authorities. The primary focus remains on ensuring employee safety, maintaining operations, and securing continuity for customer supply chains despite severe constraints. Air Freight Under Pressure Air freight operations in the region are heavily affected by airspace restr

UPS has announced a major technological advancement with the rollout of radio frequency identification technology across its United States small package network. This initiative significantly enhances shipment visibility and reliability, marking a new phase in the evolution of logistics tracking systems. The RFID sensing technology is now fully integrated across UPS operations, including delivery vehicles, facilities, and more than 5,500 retail locations. Every package moving

Qatar Airways Cargo has announced the resumption of its cargo and passenger operations to the United Arab Emirates, marking an important step in the recovery and expansion of its global network. The updated schedule reflects the gradual increase in flight activity to and from Doha, as the airline continues to restore capacity following recent disruptions. The carrier has restarted freighter and belly hold operations, including twice weekly freighter services to Dubai World Ce