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(74 articles)Trailer Bridge Signs 10-Year Jones Act Port Deal with Ports America
Trailer Bridge, a Jacksonville-based carrier operating Jones Act service to Puerto Rico, has committed to a 10-year stevedoring and terminal technology partnership with Ports America at Blount Island
CEVA Logistics Transports Giant Eiffel Tower Art to Burning Man
CEVA Logistics has undertaken a high-profile specialized logistics project, transporting a large-scale Eiffel Tower art installation across the Atlantic Ocean to the Burning Man festival in Nevada. Th
Dutch Ports Reverse Night Closure Plan for Large Vessels
The Netherlands has reversed its previous policy requiring night closures for large vessel operations at Dutch ports, marking a significant operational win for the maritime and heavy lift sectors. Thi
Nigeria's NRC Plans Rail Expansion to Relieve Port Bottlenecks
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) is pursuing an expanded rail network as a strategic response to persistent port congestion affecting the country's trade flows. This infrastructure initiative re
Nigeria Launches Lagos Port Corridor Clean-Up to Combat Extortion
Nigeria is implementing a targeted clean-up operation in the Lagos port corridor, focusing on eliminating extortion practices and reducing congestion that has plagued one of Africa's busiest maritime
Barcelona BEST Terminal Adds STS Cranes, Boosts Capacity Through 2028
The BEST terminal in Barcelona has incorporated two new Ship-to-Shore (STS) cranes into operations, with plans to add three additional units by 2028. This strategic infrastructure expansion signals a
$909M South Island Freight Business Changes Hands
A significant $909 million freight business that plays a crucial—though often overlooked—role in South Island export operations has changed hands. This ownership transition represents a pivotal moment
ICHCA and TT Club Launch 2026 Innovation in Safety Awards
The International Cargo Handling Coordination Association (ICHCA) and The TT Club have announced the opening of their 2026 Innovation in Safety Awards program, inviting supply chain organizations to s
Western Carriers Wins 15-Year Kolkata Port Terminal Development Deal
Western Carriers has secured a landmark 15-year concession agreement to develop and operate a dedicated cargo terminal at Kolkata Port, one of India's major maritime gateways. This long-term contract
DHL Acquires Aero Cargas S.A. to Expand Air Cargo Network
DHL has announced the acquisition of Aero Cargas S.A., a cargo handling and airport services provider, marking a significant strategic expansion of its air freight operations. This move reflects DHL's
Nhava Sheva Sets Break-Bulk Cargo Record—India Port Innovation
JNPA's Nhava Sheva distribution terminal has established a new operational record for break-bulk cargo handling, demonstrating improving efficiency at India's gateway port. This achievement reflects o
Nova Scotia Shipping Terminal Could Boost Regional Logistics
A proposed shipping terminal in Colchester County represents a significant infrastructure opportunity for Nova Scotia's maritime economy. The development signals growing recognition that the province'
Optimizing Vessel Time in Port: Industry Collaboration
Port dwell time represents one of the most controllable yet frequently overlooked variables in maritime supply chains. The article emphasizes that achieving optimal vessel time in port requires coordi
Rail & Logistics Giants Vie for India's 11 Airport Privatization Deals
A significant wave of infrastructure consolidation is underway as major rail, logistics, road transport, and shipping companies compete to acquire operating rights for 11 airports in India. This priva
Chipolbrok Ships 250-Tonne Hanuman Statue from India to USA
Chipolbrok, a specialized heavy lift and project cargo operator, has successfully completed the transportation of a 250-tonne Hanuman statue from India to the United States. This shipment represents a
MSC Takes Over DBGT Terminal at VOC Port After Security Approval
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), one of the world's largest container shipping lines, has successfully secured regulatory approval to assume operations of DBGT (a terminal operating entity) at VO
Port-Adjacent Logistics Parks: Brazil's Missing Export Infrastructure
Brazil's export supply chain has long suffered from a structural inefficiency: the absence of strategically located, port-adjacent logistics parks that can serve as critical consolidation and staging
Bremerhaven Port Surges 5.9% to 34.5M Tons Capacity
Bremerhaven, Germany's primary deep-sea container port, achieved a 5.9% growth rate in the first half of the year while processing 34.5 million tons of cargo. This expansion reflects strengthening dem
CMA CGM Eases Jeddah Restrictions but Port Congestion Persists
CMA CGM has announced a relaxation of cargo restrictions at Jeddah Port, a critical gateway for Middle Eastern trade. However, this partial relief arrives amid persistent congestion challenges that co
Bangladesh Accelerates Airport Cargo Upgrades to Boost Regional Trade
Bangladesh is pursuing accelerated upgrades to its airport cargo infrastructure, particularly at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka, to enhance its competitive position in regional and gl
Heavy Lift Group Hosts 74th Annual Supply Chain & Logistics Conference
The Heavy Lift Group has announced its 74th annual supply chain and logistics conference, continuing a long-standing tradition of bringing together maritime and logistics professionals to share insigh
Record STS Crane Shipment Signals Port Infrastructure Expansion
A shipment of eight Ship-to-Shore (STS) cranes represents a significant logistics achievement in moving heavy-lift port equipment. This cargo movement is noteworthy because multiple large cranes—criti
Visakhapatnam Port Gets ₹335 Crore Flyover to Boost Cargo Flow
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) has approved a ₹334.89 crore investment for an internal flyover at Visakhapatnam Port, one of India's major maritime hubs. This infrastructure pro
Project Logistics Leaders Call for Flexibility in Volatile Market
The Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding Global (THLG) member community has identified flexibility as a critical strategic imperative in navigating an increasingly volatile project logistics market. This c
IATA Direct Air Waybill Overhaul: Too Much Change?
IATA's overhaul of the Direct Air Waybill (DAW) system is generating debate within the logistics industry about whether the reforms have introduced excessive complexity or unnecessary operational burd
100,000-Container Logistics Hub Opens in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan has opened a significant new logistics facility in the Almaty region with 100,000-container capacity, marking a major infrastructure investment aimed at strengthening regional supply chain
Emirates SkyCargo Expands into Space Cargo Transport
Emirates SkyCargo has announced expansion into specialized space cargo transport, marking a strategic diversification beyond conventional air freight operations. This move positions the carrier as a p
Nigeria Shipping Lines: Container Deposit and Detention Charge Concerns
The Nigerian Institute of Importers and Exporters (NIIRA) has flagged ongoing concerns about shipping lines continuing to levy container deposits and detention charges on importers and exporters, crea
Kollam Port Gets Rs 72.4M Berth Development Funding
Kollam Port has secured Rs 72.4 million in funding to develop new berth infrastructure, marking a strategic investment in India's maritime logistics network. This capital injection addresses growing c
Menzies Integrates PayCargo Portal for Streamlined Cargo Payments
Menzies, a leading global air cargo handler, has integrated PayCargo's payment portal into its service offerings, enabling customers to process cargo-related payments through a unified digital interfa
Sabah Port Congestion Threatens Regional Supply Chain
Sabah's port infrastructure is experiencing significant congestion that extends beyond temporary operational disruptions, representing a structural threat to the state's supply chain ecosystem. The co
450% Container Transport Surge Driven by Inadequate Holding Bay Capacity
A critical capacity shortfall in container holding bays has precipitated a dramatic 450% surge in container transport demand, signaling systemic inefficiency in port-side staging infrastructure. This
Live Animal Air Transport: Managing Supply Chain's Most Complex Cargo
Live animal transport represents one of the most complex and sensitive cargo types in modern logistics, requiring specialized handling protocols, regulatory expertise, and infrastructure investment. T
Egypt's Damietta Port Returns to Full Capacity Operations
Egypt has announced that Damietta Port is operating normally at full capacity, a reassuring statement for regional shipping markets. This confirmation addresses earlier concerns about operational disr
India's Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals Attract Rs 10,000 Crore Investment
India's Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal (GCT) initiative has achieved a major infrastructure milestone, with 142 terminals now operational and attracting Rs 10,000 crore in private investment. These termin
Malaysia Port Congestion Threatens Shipping Growth, Last-Mile Gaps
Malaysia's shipping sector faces mounting pressure from persistent port congestion and fragmented last-mile delivery networks, according to MTT Shipping. The combination of infrastructure bottlenecks
Rotterdam Port Congestion Signals Broader Supply Chain Strain
Port congestion at Rotterdam, Europe's largest container port, is not an isolated operational problem but rather a symptom of broader supply chain inefficiencies affecting the entire logistics ecosyst
Philippines President Orders Agencies to Tackle Port Congestion Crisis
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos has issued a directive to government agencies to prioritize addressing port congestion issues, signaling recognition of a critical infrastructure challenge impact
Jeddah Islamic Port Offers 60-Day Storage Incentive Program
Jeddah Islamic Port has introduced a promotional incentive program spanning 60 days that provides shippers and logistics operators with a 15-day storage exemption. This initiative is designed to encou
Berlin Port Handles 4.5M Tonnes Annually via Inland Waterways
Berlin's port facility operates as a significant but underappreciated logistics node in continental Europe, processing 4.5 million tonnes of cargo annually through inland waterway connections. This in
Turkish Cargo Expands Terminal Capacity With Lödige Equipment Deal
Turkish Cargo, the cargo subsidiary of Turkish Airlines, has selected Lödige Industries—a leading global supplier of baggage and cargo handling systems—to support its terminal expansion initiative. Th
JNPA Reports Eased Congestion, Normalizing Freight Station Operations
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) chairman Gaurav Dayal has announced that congestion pressures at freight stations have eased significantly, with inventory levels returning to normal operati
APBA Awards APMT Terminal Enclosure Project to Boost Cargo Control
The APBA (Autoridad Portuaria de la Bahía de Algeciras) has awarded a contract for the enclosure of the APMT (APM Terminals) facility, representing a strategic infrastructure investment aimed at impro
BNSF Invests $4B in California Intermodal Rail Hub
BNSF Railway is committing $4 billion to develop the Barstow International Gateway, a transformational 4,500-acre intermodal and transload facility in California. This major infrastructure investment
Port Congestion & Vessel Shortage Strand 1,000 Export Containers
A convergence of port infrastructure constraints and insufficient vessel capacity has resulted in the stalling of approximately 1,000 export containers at a Nigerian port facility, creating a signific
Airline Cargo Contracts Shift Liability Risk to Logistics
A new airline cargo contract is reshaping liability frameworks in the air freight sector, with logistics providers expressing serious concerns about increased financial and operational exposure. This
High-Altitude Cargo Securement: Science-Based Best Practices
This article addresses a specialized but important aspect of modern supply chain operations: ensuring cargo remains secure during high-altitude transportation. The science-based approach referenced li
BigLift and CY Launch New Heavy Lift Capacity Solution
BigLift and CY have announced the unveiling of a new heavy lift solution, representing a strategic expansion in their combined project forwarding capabilities. This development signals growing investm
MSC Subsidiary to Acquire Egyptian Heavy Transport Operator
MSC Group, one of the world's largest container shipping and logistics conglomerates, is moving to acquire a major Egyptian heavy transport operator through one of its subsidiaries. This strategic acq
S Jones Adds New Svetruck to Material Handling Fleet
S Jones has acquired new Svetruck material handling equipment, representing a routine fleet expansion decision. This procurement reflects ongoing investment in warehouse and cargo-handling infrastruct