By Maria Kalamatas Nairobi, KENYA — Kenya and Turkey have formalized a landmark bilateral agreement to co-develop logistics infrastructure across East Africa, with the centerpiece being a rail link between Mombasa and Kisumu, fully equipped with Turkish rail technology. Signed on May 1 in Ankara, the agreement includes provisions for technical assistance, equipment...
By Maria Kalamatas Copenhagen, DENMARK — Shipping giant A.P. Moller–Maersk has announced the global launch of a predictive AI platform designed to anticipate port delays up to seven days in advance, potentially redefining how shippers and freight forwarders manage disruption risk in volatile trade lanes. The tool, called PortSight, uses real-time satellite data,...
By Maria Kalamatas Memphis, TN — In a bold move to streamline operations and protect margins amid economic headwinds, FedEx Corporation announced the closure of two major regional hubs and the reallocation of $1.2 billion toward AI-powered logistics systems. The decision, revealed during its Q4 strategy call on May 3, is part...
By Eva Richardson – The Logistic News As global retail enters a new phase of fragmentation, consolidation, and climate pressure, logistics has emerged not just as a support function—but as the defining battleground for brand competitiveness and survival in e-commerce. From fulfillment speed to reverse logistics, companies that once focused on front-end...
By Eva Richardson – The Logistic News In an unexpected twist to ongoing transatlantic trade tensions, DHL has suspended all non-essential shipments from the UK to the United States, causing major disruptions for British luxury brands that rely heavily on fast, secure cross-border delivery. The halt, announced on April 23 and effective...
By Maria Kalamatas – The Logistic News Europe is redrawing the line between international transit and national responsibility. Starting this week, all ships sailing near the European Union’s coasts—whether they plan to dock or not—must present detailed insurance documentation, as Brussels rolls out a sweeping maritime oversight measure. “Proximity alone is now...
By Eva Richardson – The Logistic News In a move that could redefine regional air freight dynamics, Saudia Cargo and China Cargo Airlines have entered a strategic alliance to strengthen trade lanes between the Middle East and Asia, two of the fastest-growing logistics corridors in the world. The agreement, finalized on April...
By Eva Richardson – The Logistic News As Europe’s economy continues its uneven rebound, one reality is becoming harder to ignore: road freight is running out of room. Truck capacity is shrinking, border congestion is rising, and a generational driver shortage is forcing logistics firms to rethink how—and where—they move goods...
By Eva Richardson – The Logistic News After years of tentative recovery, the global cargo sector is facing a renewed wave of disruption—this time not from a virus, but from a political decision. The reintroduction of aggressive tariffs by the United States on select Chinese and Southeast Asian imports has triggered...
By Eva Richardson – The Logistic News In the heart of Europe’s busiest logistics zones, something almost counterintuitive is happening. As the world speeds up, one part of the supply chain is slowing down—by design. Packaging is no longer made to disappear. It’s made to return. Gone are the days when plastic wrap...
