As industries worldwide strive to increase sustainability and reduce plastic waste, the need for practical solutions has never been greater. In the realm of woven plastic packaging for dry bulk goods, Starlinger offers an innovative approach: the “Circular Packaging” concept. This forward-thinking model creates closed-loop recycling systems for Flexible IntermediateContinue Reading
Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) and the port authority have begun testing a new truck booking system, allowing transporters to access the terminal only 30 minutes before their confirmed slot. This pilot initiative, expected to be fully implemented by March, aims to reduce congestion and improve efficiency at one ofContinue Reading
Africa is set to host its first-ever true-crime adventure cruise, offering passengers a thrilling mix of entertainment, mystery, and investigative storytelling. Inspired by the global success of immersive crime experiences, this cruise will bring true-crime enthusiasts together for a one-of-a-kind journey along Africa’s stunning coastline. A Cruise Like No OtherContinue Reading
In today’s interconnected world, carbon neutrality is no longer just a moral obligation—it has become a strategic advantage. For South Africa’s freight industry, a key driver of the national economy, integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles is essential—not just for regulatory compliance, but also to foster innovation, competitiveness, andContinue Reading
Europe to US air cargo spot rates have picked up 7% month-on-month in February so far to reach $2.46 per kilogram in contrast to other corridors that have seen double-digit declines. This is according to the latest data released by ocean and airfreight market think tank Xeneta on Wednesday. AccordingContinue Reading
The introduction of a single-window system at Malaysia’s Port Klang earlier this month has significantly reduced congestion at a major Asia-North European port that has battled to deal with volume spikes sparked by maritime traffic disruption in the Red Sea. Until the launch of the Malaysia Maritime Single Window (MMSW)Continue Reading
Fast and secure data transmission is becoming increasingly important in digitized logistics. An existing communications infrastructure is the basic prerequisite for this. To investigate how reliable the various communication networks are, researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flow and Logistics IML have joined forces with DACHSER and the EuropeanContinue Reading
The global logistics provider DACHSER put twelve fully electric MAN eTGX trucks into service on February 21. With these special ultra-low-liner truck tractors, DACHSER can now expand its steadily growing fleet of e-trucks into its high-volume transport business with mega trailers. These trailers boast an additional 20 centimeters in interiorContinue Reading
Geneva, Switzerland, 3 February 2025 – MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has launched iReefer, the most advanced container monitoring system for refrigerated cargo. This innovative solution enables customers to track and monitor their temperature-controlled shipments in real time, from anywhere in the world. With iReefer, customers gain instant access to vitalContinue Reading
Bruks Siwertell has secured a significant order for a Siwertell ship loader from Sky Ports, Egypt, part of the Sky Logistics Group. The ship loader will play a vital role in supporting Egypt’s cement export industry, catering to key markets in the Mediterranean, Africa, and beyond. This screw-type Siwertell 1BContinue Reading
