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Weekly newsletter with content from the logistics and the shipping industry


DHL Group and JD.com sign Memorandum of Understanding to support German brands' growth in China and Europe
DHL and JD.com have agreed to collaborate on innovative logistics and e-commerce initiatives, aiming to create seamless, integrated solutions that better connect brands, merchants, and consumers across both continents. DHL Group and JD.com, China’s largest retailer by revenue, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support German brands entering the Chinese market and strengthen their presence in Europe through JD.com’s European retail platform, Joybuy. The agreement
Mar 22 min read


Frankfurt Airport and Bangalore International Airport Conclude Strategic Cargo Partnership
First strategic partnership with an Indian cargo hub, a strong driver for trade between Europe and India. Enhanced cooperation to support efficient and future-ready air cargo, resulting from a successful cargo roadshow. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Bangalore International Airport (BLR) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen air cargo cooperation between Europe and India. The partnership aims to improve trade connections by developing innovative digital solutio
Mar 22 min read


Turkiye secures funding for major rail freight project
Türkiye has signed preliminary agreements with six international lenders to secure $6.75 billion for the Northern Ring Railway Project, the largest foreign-funded rail project in the country’s history. The 125-kilometre railway line will run through northern Istanbul and connect the Asian and European sides of the Bosphorus via the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge. Once completed, the line is expected to transport 33 million passengers and 30 million tonnes of cargo annually , sign
Feb 271 min read


Hapag-Lloyd acquisition reshapes ocean freight market
While geopolitical events have dominated logistics headlines in recent years, this time the shipping industry itself made the news. On 16 February, German container carrier Hapag-Lloyd announced a deal to acquire Israeli shipping company ZIM, a move that will secure its position as the world’s fifth-largest container carrier. The acquisition followed an intense bidding process in which Hapag-Lloyd reportedly outperformed competitors, including Maersk. The deal, valued at arou
Feb 271 min read


Qatar Airways Cargo Launches Ramp Digitalisation Programme that will Transform Ground Handling Operations
Qatar Airways Cargo, part of the Qatar Airways Group, is proud to announce the launch of its Ramp Digitalisation Programme, a transformative initiative aimed at creating a seamless, transparent, and paperless ramp environment. This milestone reflects the air cargo carrier’s unwavering commitment to safety, efficiency, digitilisation, innovation, and operational excellence across global ground handling operations. At the heart of this programme is Ramp Offload and Load Superv
Feb 232 min read


Hong Kong Air Cargo to Launch Scheduled Services to Larnaca from Mid-February 2026
Hong Kong Air Cargo recently revealed plans to commence scheduled cargo flights between Hong Kong and Larnaca (LCA) in Cyprus, starting 17 February 2026 with operations every Tuesday. The addition of this route enhances the airline’s access to the Mediterranean market and contributes to the development of broader cargo connections throughout Europe and surrounding regions. Flight Schedules (Local Time) Hong Kong (HKG) – Larnaca (LCA) Flight No. Route Departure Arrival Operati
Feb 231 min read


Kuehne+Nagel, LATAM Cargo, and The Elite Flower carry out their largest SAF operation yet in Latin America
Recognising the importance of reducing emissions in international trade, Kuehne+Nagel, LATAM Cargo, and The Elite Flower have carried out their largest SAF-based operation to date in Latin America, reducing about 300 tonnes of CO₂e linked to the transportation of more than 495 tonnes of flowers (about 10 million stems). The initiative reduced CO₂e associated with exporting Colombian flowers from Bogota to Miami for Valentine’s Day, one of the floriculture industry’s most impo
Feb 231 min read


DB Cargo Takes Full Control of Transalpine Single Wagon Corridor
Since January 1, 2026, DB Cargo has assumed full end-to-end responsibility for single freight wagon transport between Germany and Italy, marking a significant milestone in the company’s European network strategy. The Mannheim–Chiasso corridor, previously operated in cooperation with external partners, is now fully managed within the DB Cargo Group. The move represents a major operational shift. Up to 36 trains per week per direction are planned along the route, with DB Cargo.
Feb 232 min read


FedEx Delivers First-Ever Future of Logistics Intelligence Report
FedEx Corp. recently released its first-ever Future of Logistics Intelligence Report , amid growing supply chain pressures. The findings reveal that while most organizations have achieved end-to-end shipment visibility, far fewer can turn that data into the insights and actions needed to stay competitive in today’s environment. “Many organizations can see what’s happening in their supply chains, but leaders in the space can predict and act fast enough when it matters most,”
Feb 232 min read
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