Labor Unions Propose Fees on Chinese-Built Ships Calling at U.S. Ports

US Labor unions are calling for a fee to be imposed on vessels constructed in China that dock at US ports in response to what they perceive as unfair shipbuilding practices by the People’s Republic of China (PRC).According to the proposal, funds generated from these fees would be used to establish a shipbuilding revitalization fund […]

Maersk still in the race for DB Schenker’s acquisition, says CEO

After DHL withdrew from the race of DB Schenker’s acquisition last week, Danish shipping company DSV appeared to be the sole remaining candidate to proceed with the purchase. However, another player claims it’s still here and ready to ‘disrupt’ the process. According to Maersk’s CEO Vincent Clerc, his company is still examining buying the German […]

Apollo in the Spotlight: Felix Nguyen

For the newest edition of our Apollo member interview, we sat down with Felix Nguyen from Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi, Vietnam. We discussed the importance of automotive vehicles for the future of logistics, why freight forwarders should always be prepared for a new crisis and the key role of his industry for the world […]

Apollo in the Spotlight: Louis Uko

For the newest edition of our Apollo member interview, we sat down with Louis Uko in Blantyre, Malawi. We discussed his extensive logistics experience so far, despite a start in electrical engineering, and his passion for international trade. How did you get started in the logistics industry and what has your journey been like so […]

The best airports for customer experience worldwide—as chosen by passengers

Airports Council International (ACI) World in partnership with leading travel technology company Amadeus, today announce the best airports for customer experience worldwide—as chosen by passengers—through the renowned Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Awards. The ASQ program stands out as the preeminent airport customer experience measurement and benchmarking program globally, distinguished by its unwavering commitment to a […]

Russia profits from Red Sea crisis and sees railway cargo traffic to Europe grow

Russian Railways (RZD) is benefitting from the ongoing crisis in the Red Sea, according to a number of European logistics companies. As maritime shippers have diverted their routes, logistics companies are getting more and more requests to transit goods through Russia as a quicker and cheaper alternative. Yemen’s Houthi rebels continue to attack ships passing […]

Single European Sky: deal on better management of European airspace

After a decade of negotiations MEPs and the Belgian Presidency of the Council have agreed on new EU rules to optimise flight routes, reduce flight delays and cut CO2 emissions. A provisional agreement was reached on Wednesday morning between Parliament, led by rapporteurs Marian-Jean Marinescu (EPP, Romania) and Bogusław Liberadzki (S&D, PL), and Council negotiators […]

Non-alliance liners double market share on Asia-Europe over the past year

The market share of non-alliance liners operating in the Asia-Europe tradelane has doubled in the space of one year. New data from Alphaliner looks at the array of smaller brands who have come to fill the gap left by global liners who have quit serving Russian markets. Carriers such as New New Shipping, OVP Shipping, […]

Air Cargo Demand up 18.4% in January

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for January 2024 global air cargo markets indicating a strong start to 2024. Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), increased by 18.4% compared to January 2023 levels (19.8% for international operations). This significant upturn marks the highest annual growth in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs) since the summer […]