Electric trucks are increasingly moving beyond pilot projects and entering everyday logistics operations as transport companies explore practical ways to reduce emissions and improve fleet efficiency. The experience of medium-sized logistics company Metzger highlights how electric trucks can already be integrated into commercial transport operations when vehicle deployment is supportedContinue Reading
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has identified the proposed Blue Downs Rail Link as a priority project as it shifts its focus towards expanding Cape Town’s commuter rail network. The proposed 9.5-kilometre connection will link the existing Khayelitsha and Bellville-Strand rail lines, creating a more direct railContinue Reading
DP World has completed its first shipment of finished vehicles from Zeebrugge, Belgium, to Aiud, Romania, launching a new rail corridor designed to strengthen automotive logistics connections between Western and Southeastern Europe. The initial shipment, destined for Chisinau, Moldova, marks DP World’s first end-to-end vehicle rail operation in Europe. FollowingContinue Reading
AGL Madagascar has successfully completed a large-scale heavy modular transport operation, delivering 51 oversized prefabricated modules from the Port of Toamasina to Antananarivo through a fully integrated multimodal logistics solution. The project supported a major modular construction development and demonstrated AGL Madagascar’s expertise in managing complex heavy-haul logistics involving maritimeContinue Reading
Classification society ClassNK is encouraging the maritime industry to adopt Safety Management Systems (SMS) that prioritise operational practicality and support seafarers in their daily responsibilities, rather than focusing solely on regulatory compliance. According to ClassNK, while meeting international regulations remains essential, the effectiveness of an SMS should be measured byContinue Reading
KLN Logistics Group has introduced a new 10,500-kilometre Road Feeder Service (RFS) connecting Europe with key markets across the Middle East, providing businesses with a reliable multimodal freight solution as regional air cargo capacity continues to recover. The new service links Europe with Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait,Continue Reading
Network Aviation Group has reported a strong performance during the first half of 2026, with its Network Airline Services (NAS) and Network Airline Management (NAM) divisions benefiting from resilient air cargo demand, changing trade patterns, and increased reliance on air freight across key international markets. Speaking during Air Cargo ChinaContinue Reading
Atlas Air Worldwide has completed its previously announced acquisition of a 49% minority stake in Air Atlanta, strengthening its position in the global air freight market and expanding access to widebody freighter capacity across key international trade routes. As part of the agreement, Atlas subsidiary Titan Aviation Holdings has separatelyContinue Reading
Transglobal Cargo has become the first company in South Africa to receive authorisation from the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) to verify the gross mass of packed containers using authorised mobile weighing equipment under the SOLAS Verified Gross Mass (VGM) Method 1 framework. The approval marks a significant advancementContinue Reading
Cathay Cargo delivered a strong performance during the first half of the year, reporting significant increases in both cargo volumes and revenue as growing demand for high-value technology products and AI-related shipments continued to strengthen the global air freight market. The airline transported 869,000 tonnes of cargo, representing an 8.5%Continue Reading
