The lead · MaritimeThe Danish investment group is pursuing control of Portek International and a majority stake in Euroports, potentially adding more than 50 European terminals and seven facilities across Africa, Asia and Europe to its growing infrastructure portfolio.
The Orion facility, scheduled to begin operations next year, will combine advanced robotics, automated storage systems and AI-driven technologies to reduce conversion costs by 10% to 15% and establish a new manufacturing model for Lear's international production network.
Following the closure of four brewing facilities and a 28% reduction in its product portfolio, the owner of Shock Top and Redhook is reshaping its beverage business to improve margins, simplify distribution and focus on higher-growth categories.
The Swedish engineering group is set to acquire the Norwegian maritime software specialist in an all-cash transaction, bringing together its digital platforms to strengthen fleet management, navigation and vessel performance solutions.
Global air freight volumes continued their year-on-year growth for the seventh consecutive month, while spot rates climbed 29% compared with October 2025. However, limited capacity expansion, declining e-commerce shipments between Asia and Europe and the gradual return of ocean services to the Red Sea are raising questions about the market's growth prospects.
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A new interim rule from US Customs and Border Protection introduces stricter requirements for foreign importers, increases financial exposure for customs brokers and strengthens cargo controls, following a $1.01 billion backlog in unpaid duties.
LR Advisory launches a dedicated support service to help governments, logistics operators and ports anticipate disruptions, maintain cargo flows and identify alternative transport routes in response to geopolitical tensions, congestion, extreme weather and infrastructure failures.
After taking over interim operations at the Port of Balboa, APM Terminals signals its interest in securing a long-term concession, as Panama faces growing pressure to expand port capacity and resolve the future of its two strategic terminals.
The carrier has completed network consolidation in four major U.S. markets and plans to expand the initiative to Los Angeles, Oklahoma City and Charlotte once the holiday shipping rush concludes, with full implementation targeted for 2027.
The psychological toll of Ali Albokhari’s imprisonment in Turkey has intensified after the seafarer witnessed a fellow inmate attempt to take his own life inside their prison cell. The incident […]
A military confrontation in the Middle East could again put significant pressure on global shipping and energy supply chains. Diplomatic efforts to prevent another flare-up continue, but fears are rising […]
According to the latest Global Liner Performance report from maritime analyst Sea-Intelligence, global container shipping schedule reliability had a slight recovery in September after three months of declines. The report […]
Lufthansa Cargo, SWISS WorldCargo, All Nippon Airways and Nippon Cargo Airlines sign a Memorandum of Understanding to explore expanded cooperation, improved network connectivity and greater cargo capacity between Japan and Europe.
The South Korean carrier launches its first scheduled service to China using Airbus A330 aircraft, introducing four weekly flights and additional belly-hold cargo capacity between South China and South Korea from November 9.
A binding agreement covering two firm aircraft orders and purchase rights for ten additional units marks a new step towards electric air mobility in Brazil, with potential connections across Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul.
The airline carried 1.24 million tonnes of cargo in the first half of 2026-27, down 1% from the same period last year, but revenue jumped as airfreight capacity contracted and sea transport was disrupted. At the same time, rising fuel costs hit Emirates Group’s profitability hard, with profit before tax down 66% to AED 4.1 billion.
Europe’s first licensed cargo drone airline has agreed to merge with GP-Act III Acquisition Corp, aiming to secure approximately $100 million in net proceeds to expand Black Swan manufacturing and accelerate its international operations.
Deals with Navantia, Naval Group, REPUBLIKORP and J.A. Solutions strengthen industrial cooperation in Europe and expand opportunities in Asia, while Fincantieri unveils a new modular naval platform for a wide range of military missions.
October was the best month for Suez Canal traffic since the start of the Red Sea crisis, Lloyd's List said. However, the increasing security threats in the Strait of Hormuz and the continuing instability around Bab el-Mandeb demonstrate the vulnerability of maritime trade routes.
At the 18th MercinTreno Forum, industry representatives urged Italy and the European Union to introduce stable financial incentives, strengthen logistics terminals and protect rail freight capacity as infrastructure works, rising costs and declining volumes weigh on the sector.
The 17,000-square-meter facility near Strasbourg-Entzheim Airport is designed to handle sensitive healthcare products, with three temperature-controlled zones, advanced traceability systems and infrastructure capable of accommodating ultra-low-temperature shipments down to -80°C.
The IMO Council has endorsed a second four-year mandate for Arsenio Dominguez, covering the period from 1 January 2028 to 31 December 2031. The appointment will still require approval from the IMO Assembly in late 2027.
Backed by Tiger Global, Capricorn and Ridgeline, the Series D financing will support the company's electric vehicle production ramp-up while extending its industrial technology platform into energy storage, power generation, autonomous systems and defense.