Maersk has reached another milestone in its exploration of alternative marine fuels, completing the first commercial ship-to-ship ethanol bunkering of a deep-sea container vessel in the United States. The operation involved Tangier Maersk, a dual-fuel alcohol-enabled container vessel, which was bunkered with 100% U.S.-produced corn ethanol. The initiative provided Maersk with valuable real-world experience in areas such as fuel sourcing, infrastructure, operational readiness

Three days, 35 countries, 78 participants and countless meaningful conversations. From 22–24 September 2026, the WOF Alliance AGM brought together freight forwarding professionals from around the world at the beautiful Zeus Dolce Attica Riviera, just outside Athens, Greece. Set against the backdrop of the Mediterranean Sea, with spectacular sunset views, this year's AGM was about much more than business. It was about people, genuine friendships, trust and the kind of connecti

About Wanda Costopoulos Wanda Costopoulos holds an M.A. in Architectural Lighting Design from Parsons School of Design in New York. She also studied Human Resources Management at Sabancı University in Istanbul, complementing her academic background with a focus on people and organizational development. She began her professional career in New York, working in architectural lighting for several years. Following her family’s longstanding tradition, she later transitioned into t

The Port of Antwerp-Bruges is highlighting the results of PIONEERS, a European project focused on making ports more sustainable. Coordinated by the Belgian port, the project has tested practical solutions in areas including clean energy, port design, cargo-flow optimisation and digital technology. Among the innovations trialled in real port environments are autonomous inland-waterway technology, renewable-energy systems and lower-emission cargo-handling equipment. The aim is

Switzerland remains a leading example of how freight can move across the Alps by rail. According to DB Cargo, rail carried 68.6% of trans-Alpine freight in 2025. That share is substantial, but it fell from 70.3% in 2024. The Swiss approach combines long-term transport policy with major infrastructure investment. The Gotthard, Lötschberg and Ceneri base tunnels provide lower-gradient routes through the mountains, making it easier to run heavier freight trains. On the Gotthard

flydubai plans to begin dedicated freighter operations on 1 October 2026, adding three Boeing 737-800 freighters through a wet-lease agreement with SolitAir. Based at Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), the aircraft will provide up to 23 tonnes of cargo capacity per flight. The new freighters will complement flydubai’s existing belly-hold cargo service and give the airline main-deck capacity for shipments that need specialised handling. Its planned cargo offering includes

DHL Group and Alibaba.com have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore AI-powered logistics tools for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) trading internationally. The agreement was announced at Alibaba.com’s CoCreate 2026 conference in Los Angeles. The companies intend to examine how DHL Global Forwarding’s services could be integrated into Accio, Alibaba.com’s AI platform for businesses. The planned connection would help users move from finding sup pliers to ar

Hapag-Lloyd has announced that Anders Boenaes will become its Chief Operating Officer (COO) on 1 October 2026. He currently serves as Senior Managing Director Network, with responsibility for the company’s global liner network, container fleet and operations. Boenaes began his maritime career at Maersk in 1993 and held senior network and trade roles before joining Hapag-Lloyd in 2020. According to the company, his experience played an important part in establishing and implem

Hapag-Lloyd and DP World have announced an expansion of their long-standing partnership in Africa, combining long-term terminal capacity with support for new and expanded port infrastructure. The cooperation covers five locations. Hapag-Lloyd plans to secure terminal capacity in Dakar, Senegal; Luanda, Angola; and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The companies will also support port infrastructure development in Banana, Democratic Republic of the Congo; and Maputo, Mozambique. The ag