Amid much market scepticism, Schiphol has defended its decision to merge its much-admired cargo division into its aviation marketing department (AVM).
However, one senior airport executive told The Loadstar he could not understand why Schiphol would put a negative message …

Despite increased profits for the 12 months to December, Kuehne + Nagel’s 2017 numbers failed to meet predictions.
Full-year profits for the forwarder were up 2.1% year on year, to Sfr937m ($994m), but a Thomson Reuters consensus suggested investors were …

Hyundai Merchant Marine’s long-term aspiration to become a “leading global carrier” with a market share of 5% is a pipe-dream, according to maritime consultant Drewry.
It advises the ambitious South Korean carrier to instead “focus its energies on restoring its …

The air cargo industry has received an opportunity to revolutionise and get investment – and it must take it.
Rainer Muller, executive director of Saudia Cargo, urged the industry to “make it happen” and to ensure it gained the advantages …

A £150m investment in a new Thames river berth could see the port of Tilbury rival Dover for shortsea box and ro-ro services, post-Brexit.
P&O Ferries has okayed a deal with Forth Ports that will see the ferry and logistics …

Belgium lags behind its European neighbours when it comes to domestic e-commerce, but hosting numerous SMEs, it has the potential to be a major player in the global market.
Last year, some €10bn was spent online in the country – …

CH Robinson has promoted Robert Biesterfeld to chief operating officer after 19 years with the company.
Mr Biesterfeld’s appointment will also see him retain his role as president of North American Surface Transportation (NAST), which he took on at the …