Tag Archives: logistics

Mercedes-Benz Museum Explores 130 Years of Trucks, Vans and Electric Freight Transport

(IN BRIEF) The Mercedes-Benz Museum will present its special exhibition 130 Years of Commercial Vehicles from 28 June 2026 to 4 April 2027, examining the role of trucks, vans and buses in transport history from 1896 to the current era … Read the full press release

Lloyds Survey Finds UK Businesses Taking Practical Steps to Manage Global Economic Uncertainty

(IN BRIEF) UK businesses are showing resilience in the face of global economic uncertainty, according to the latest Lloyds Business Barometer. The survey found that 84% of firms are confident in their ability to withstand economic shocks, even though 57% … Read the full press release

CapMan Real Estate Launches Next Nordic Value-Add Fund with Focus on Residential and Public Sector Assets

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Real Estate has held the first close of CapMan Nordic Real Estate IV, the fourth vehicle in its Nordic value-add real estate fund series. The first close took place on 17 June 2026 with support from existing … Read the full press release

Prime Elements Receives German Registration to Broaden Biodiesel Feedstock Trading

Prime Elements GmbH has received German registration to trade rendered fats Category 2 and used cooking oil Category 3 The registration was issued under number DE 11-002-0006-36 under Regulation (EC) No. 1069/2009 The approval expands the company’s approved feedstock categories … Read the full press release

ZF Strengthens Role as Systems Partner for Europe’s Defense Industry with Eurosatory 2026 Technology Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) ZF will present its defense and special vehicle technology portfolio at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris from June 15 to 19, under the theme “Together on Mission.” Drawing on more than 50 years of experience in defense and special … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Trucks to Deliver More Than 500 Actros L ProCabin Trucks to Lithuanian Transport Company TRANSTIRA

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks has secured a major order from Lithuanian logistics and transport company TRANSTIRA for more than 500 Actros L ProCabin trucks, with deliveries scheduled during 2026. The order will support TRANSTIRA’s expansion in European long-haul transport and … Read the full press release

Cefic launches redesigned ICE website to strengthen emergency response support for chemical transport incidents across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Cefic has launched a redesigned website for its Intervention in Chemical Transport Emergencies (ICE) programme to improve access to emergency response information during chemical transport incidents across Europe. The new platform introduces a more user-friendly structure and updated … Read the full press release

New Agreement with Mexico Doubles Concession Life of Abertis Subsidiary Red de Carreteras de Occidente

(IN BRIEF) Abertis has agreed with the Government of Mexico to extend the FARAC I motorway concession operated by Red de Carreteras de Occidente until 2067, effectively doubling the concession’s remaining life to more than 41 years. The agreement includes … Read the full press release

Hapag-Lloyd Strengthens Regional Trade Network Through New Presence in Cotonou

(IN BRIEF) Hapag-Lloyd is strengthening its operations in West Africa with the opening of a new office in Cotonou, Benin, on May 20. The new location will provide the shipping company with a dedicated local presence aimed at improving customer … Read the full press release

Maersk Reports Strong First Quarter Volume Growth Across Shipping, Logistics and Terminal Operations Despite Market Volatility

(IN BRIEF) Maersk delivered solid first-quarter 2026 financial results driven by strong shipment growth across Ocean, Logistics & Services and Terminals operations. The company recorded EBIT of USD 340 million as demand for global container trade remained resilient despite continued … Read the full press release

IKEA explores wearable robotics with Moonwalker boots to enhance operational performance in fulfilment centres

(IN BRIEF) IKEA is testing robotic “Moonwalker” boots at its Helsingborg fulfilment centre in Sweden to improve warehouse efficiency. The AI-powered footwear allows workers to move faster across large spaces, resulting in a reported 16% increase in picking productivity. The … Read the full press release

BBVA Expands Structured Trade Finance Capabilities with Inventory Solutions to Enhance Global Supply Chain Liquidity

(IN BRIEF) BBVA is leveraging its corporate and investment banking expertise to offer Inventory Solutions that help multinational companies unlock liquidity tied up in inventory across global supply chains. By using intermediary TradeCos to hold assets off balance sheet, the … Read the full press release

DHL and IAG Cargo Expand Sustainable Aviation Fuel Partnership to Reduce Air Freight Emissions Through 2030

(IN BRIEF) DHL Group has expanded its partnership with IAG Cargo through a new five-year agreement to scale the use of sustainable aviation fuel, enabling the supply of approximately 240 million liters of SAF at London Heathrow Airport through 2030. … Read the full press release

NORDEN Strengthens Specialised Shipping Strategy with Ice-Class Vessel Order and Decade-Long LKAB Contract

(IN BRIEF) NORDEN has signed a long-term Contract of Affreightment of up to 10 years with LKAB and ordered two 23,000 dwt ice-class multipurpose vessels from Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Group, enabling the company to transport bentonite from Greece to northern … Read the full press release

Maersk Opens Large Scale Automated Logistics Hub in Singapore to Support Growing E Commerce and Regional Trade Demand

(IN BRIEF) Maersk has opened its new World Gateway II facility in Singapore, a 1.1 million square foot fully automated distribution centre that significantly expands its logistics and e-commerce capabilities in Asia Pacific. Supported by the Singapore government, the facility … Read the full press release

SAP Establishes Munich Defense Innovation Hub to Accelerate Secure Digital Transformation for Armed Forces and Security Institutions

(IN BRIEF) SAP SE has launched a new defense innovation hub in Munich, Germany, reinforcing its long-term commitment to advancing digital readiness within the defense and security sector at a time of growing geopolitical instability and complex global threats. The … Read the full press release

Neste Expands Its Nordic Logistics Footprint with New Lubricants Warehouse in Jönköping Sweden

(IN BRIEF) Neste has opened its own lubricants warehouse in Jönköping, Sweden, to improve delivery speed and service for its industrial, agricultural, and consumer customers, strengthening its presence in the Nordic market while supporting its high-performance, OEM-approved lubricant portfolio and … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Trucks Supports Ebeling’s Expansion as the German Logistics Leader Embraces Modern and Electric Transport

(IN BRIEF) Ebeling, one of northern Germany’s long-established logistics companies, has grown from a small regional hauler into a major European transport provider while maintaining a decades-long partnership with Mercedes-Benz Trucks. Since purchasing its first Mercedes-Benz truck in 1969, the … Read the full press release

Maersk Designates Charlotte as Its North American Headquarters to Support Long-Term Growth and Workforce Expansion

(IN BRIEF) A.P. Moller–Maersk has named Charlotte, North Carolina, as its official North American headquarters, expanding on two decades of operations in the city and committing to grow its local workforce to more than 1,300 employees. The company cited Charlotte’s … Read the full press release