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(20 articles)Air Canada Expands Freighter Network to Amsterdam, Mexico, Panama
Air Canada announced a strategic expansion of its dedicated freighter network for the winter season, introducing regular service to three key markets: Amsterdam (twice-weekly starting Oct. 29), Monter
Nissan Exit Triggers 16% Industrial Slump in Mexico's Morelos
Nissan's exit from its Civac manufacturing facility in Morelos has triggered a significant 16% industrial decline in the Mexican state, marking a structural blow to the regional economy and supply cha
Maersk Study Shows Resilient Firms Cut Disruption Losses to 1%
Maersk's October 2026 Latin America market update presents supply chain resilience as a quantifiable competitive advantage rather than a purely defensive investment. The company highlights findings fr
Colombia's Ecommerce Boom Strains Air Cargo Capacity
Colombia is experiencing explosive ecommerce import growth, with airfreight operators reporting 3,000 to 4,000 tonnes of weekly inbound cargo. This surge is straining available air cargo capacity and
Ecuador Escalates Trade War with 100% Colombia Tariffs
Ecuador has escalated its trade dispute with Colombia by imposing 100% tariffs on Colombian imports, marking a significant intensification of bilateral tensions. This punitive measure represents a dou
DHL acquires Aero Cargas in Uruguay to expand Latin America network
DHL Group has announced the acquisition of Aero Cargas S.A., a cargo services operator based in Uruguay, marking a strategic investment in Latin American supply chain infrastructure. This move signals
DHL Acquires Aero Cargas to Expand Latin American Logistics
DHL's acquisition of Aero Cargas S.A. marks a strategic move to establish direct operations in Uruguay and deepen its competitive position across Latin America. This transaction signals DHL's commitme
DHL Acquires Aero Cargas to Expand Latin America Air Freight
DHL Global Forwarding has acquired Aero Cargas, a strategic move designed to reinforce its competitive position and service capacity throughout Latin America. This acquisition represents a significant
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
DHL Expands Latin America Operations to Boost Regional Coverage
DHL is strategically expanding its operational presence throughout Latin America, signaling confidence in the region's e-commerce and trade growth potential. This expansion represents a meaningful inv
Colombia Earthquake Disrupts Hapag-Lloyd Logistics Operations
A significant earthquake in Colombia has created operational challenges for major container carrier Hapag-Lloyd, disrupting port logistics and supply chain continuity in the region. The seismic event
Brazil to Invest $236B in Logistics by 2050, Boosting Regional Capacity
Brazil is positioned to become a significantly enhanced logistics hub in the Western Hemisphere, with expectations of US$236 billion in private investment directed toward logistics infrastructure impr
Chancay Port Emerges as Latin America's Ocean Shipping Hub
Chancay, a major port in Peru, is consolidating its position as a critical regional hub by integrating operations with other Latin American ports. This strategic development signals a structural shift
Maersk Expands Shuttle Network Across West Coast Latin America
Maersk is significantly expanding its regional shuttle service model to West Coast Latin America, transitioning from a single-vessel Balboa–Posorja operation into a comprehensive three-vessel network.
Latin America's Ocean-Inland Gap: Why Connected Logistics Matters
Maersk has identified a critical gap in Latin America's logistics infrastructure: the disconnect between ocean freight networks and inland distribution systems. This fragmentation creates inefficienci
Maersk Opens Distribution Center in Suape to Boost Brazil Logistics
Maersk has announced a strategic expansion of its integrated logistics capabilities in Northeastern Brazil through the establishment of a new distribution centre at the Suape port complex. This facili
BNDES Funds R$377M Rail Modernization for Brado Logística
The Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) has committed R$377.2 million (approximately USD 75 million) to finance a rail infrastructure modernization project led by Brado Logística. This significant capi
Descartes Acquires Drivin for $30M to Strengthen Last-Mile
Descartes Systems Group has acquired Drivin, a Santiago-based last-mile logistics technology company, for $30 million in cash with up to $5 million in performance-based earnouts. This acquisition mark
Log-In Expands Brazilian Rail Freight Network Capacity
Log-In Logística Intermodal, a key Brazilian logistics operator, is expanding its rail freight capabilities to increase reach and capacity across Brazil's domestic transport network. This expansion re
Atlas Air, ABX Win Venezuela Cargo Route Approval
Atlas Air and ABX Air have secured temporary authority from the U.S. Department of Transportation to resume cargo flight operations between the United States and Venezuela, ending a seven-year suspens