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Royal Den Hartogh Logistics has expanded its presence in Scandinavia with the establishment of a new Logistics Service Centre (LSC) in Sundsvall Logistics Park, one of Sweden’s most modern and sustainability-certified transport hubs. From this new base, Den Hartogh will provide sustainable and safe logistics solutions for liquid chemicals, gases, food and dry bulk products. […]

Leading material processing and handling specialist Akona Process Solutions has welcomed a group of T Level Engineering students from Preston College for a behind-the-scenes tour of its Darwen manufacturing facility, offering first-hand insight into real-world engineering careers and helping to inspire the next generation of manufacturing talent. The visit, held on 3 December, saw 16 […]

The HOYER Group has successfully implemented a major infrastructure project in Shanghai together with its long-standing customer Covestro. In a newly constructed, state-of-the-art facility within the Covestro Integrated Site Shanghai, HOYER will now be responsible for filling and storing MDI in drums and IBC totes, as well as the logistical management of the entire process. […]

With2,150 participants from 60 markets and 240 exhibitors representing 25 countries, the 17th edition of World Bulk Wine Exhibition confirmed its position as an influential hub for the global bulk wine and spirits trade. In the current international context of economic tensions and evolving consumption patterns, bulk remains resilient and is continuing its upward value trend. […]

Harry Pepels, director of cotac, speaks to Bulk Distributor’s editor Paul Warner about the company’s innovative technologies, global operations and long-term commitment to sustainability in tank container services. Can you explain the work that cotac does in the tank cleaning space? cotac stands for complete tank care, and offers certified quality standards for cleaning, repairing and maintaining tank […]

A new 40ft half-height container has been launched for transporting hydrogen. The H2Tainer, developed by voestalpine Tubulars and Innofreight, is a 40ft container that can transport up to 420kg of hydrogen, equivalent to around 1,900 kg per double wagon. Thanks to its modular design, the system can be used both on rail and by truck, […]

Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) is donating a rail tank car to support hands-on training for the Chicago Fire Department, Calumet City Fire Department, and nearby municipalities. The rail tank car, which measures 43ft long, 15ft high, and weighs 61,100 lbs, has been installed at the Calumet City Public Safety Training Center. The rail tank […]

Antwerp-based Gosselin Group, through its subsidiary Heavy, has acquired a majority stake in fellow transport company BSX. BSX specialises in out-of-gauge road transport, but also provides tanker, silo and tank container haulage. By joining Gosselin, BSX will benefit from additional economies of scale, a broader international reach, and support in terms of professionalisation and further […]

The DİTAŞ Shipping management and accompanying delegation visited Izmir to examine Arkas Bunker’s sustainable marine fuel processes on-site. The visit focused on the operational structure and quality procedures involved in the transition to sustainable marine fuels, as well as on the cooperation between the two institutions. DİTAŞ Shipping General Manager Hakan Karaca and the accompanying […]

There is just two days to go before Bulk Distributor chairs a webinar on ensuring the safe and secure transportation of hazardous materials using satellites. Editor Paul Warner will be joined by Globalstar general manager for EMEA/APAC Mark O’Connell and Ovinto founder Frederick Ronse. The 50-minute event will take place on Wednesday, December 3, at 3pm GMT. […]