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Austrian Starlinger & Co Gesellschaft has taken over the woven packaging division from German machinery producer Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H), based in Lengerich, Germany, as well as its Viennese subsidiary company W&H Machinery which specialises in woven packaging. With this acquisition, Starlinger further strengthens its position as world-leading supplier of machinery for woven plastic packaging. […]

Bertschi Group, a market leader in intermodal chemical logistics, announces that operations have started at the newly completed Antwerp Zomerweg Terminal (AZT). Strategically located in Europe’s largest integrated chemical cluster, the terminal will be focusing on the storage of Dangerous Goods (DG) and non-DG products in Tank Containers and Trimodal Services by rail, barge and […]

The Port of Los Angeles is expecting to see container volumes surge and fall in 2025 as retailers and US manufacturers negotiate new tariffs on imports from China and elsewhere. source: LA on course for 10m TEU as tariffs cast a shadow over 2025 ‣ WorldCargo News

CONCOR plans to engage a consultant to create a detailed road map for its goal of becoming a comprehensive end-to-end logistics service provider. source: CONCOR explores entry into global container shipping market ‣ WorldCargo News

The World Bulk Wine Exhibition (WBWE) opens on 25-26 November at the RAI Amsterdam exhibition centre. The 16th event, now organised by Vinexposium, is leveraging the group’s knowledge and expertise to energise the exhibition. Building on this support, the World Bulk Wine Exhibition is consolidating its role as a key marketplace for the bulk wine […]

Consortium has been awarded a grant for a feasibility study for an autonomous terminal tractor at Belfast Container Terminal in Northern Ireland. source: Aidrivers in Belfast ATT pilot ‣ WorldCargo News

DP World’s innovative Modal Shift Programme in Southampton has removed 64,300 truck journeys from UK roads and cut carbon emissions by more than 17,000 tonnes in its first year, significantly advancing more sustainable logistics in the country. The Modal Shift Programme was launched in September 2023 to improve the commercial viability of rail transport for import laden […]

DP World’s innovative Modal Shift Programme in Southampton has removed 64,300 truck journeys from UK roads and cut carbon emissions by more than 17,000 tonnes in its first year, significantly advancing more sustainable logistics in the country. The Modal Shift Programme was launched in September 2023 to improve the commercial viability of rail transport for import laden […]

Intermodal 2024 provided the perfect platform to highlight the exceptional features of LAMILUX High Strength X-treme Gelcoat and High Strength Impact Sunsation®. Both products stood out due to exceptional strength. It is up to 400% stronger than conventional composite materials, making them ideal for demanding applications. Lightweight Design – it is up to 70% lighter […]

Maersk Halifax has become the first large container ship in the industry to undergo a methanol dual-fuel retrofit, according to Maersk. source: Maersk retrofits its first container ship to methanol ‣ WorldCargo News