UPS sets new eco-target, opens new Portland facility
UPS has set a new automotive goal to improve its fuel efficiency by 20%; and has officially opened a new facility in Portland, Oregon. (Jul 30, 2010)
News from GEFCO
GEFCO Spain launches new two-wheeler service, renews contract with DIA; GEFCO Romania develops new door-to-door logistics solution for Anaka; GEFCO Spain renews DIA partnership for three years; GEFCO Germany obtains ISO 14001 environmental certification; GEFCO Portugal is certified an Authorised Agent by INAC. (Jul 30, 2010)
GateKeeper granted exclusive worldwide licence; signs exclusive agreement
GateKeeper USA has been granted an exclusive worldwide 99-year licence from an affiliate of Phoenix Partners for the fabrication of Basalt Fiber through a proprietary process in the manufacturing of cargo and shipping containers. (Jul 30, 2010)
Port Manatee awards Berth 12 dredging contract
The Manatee County Port Authority has awarded the contract for Port Manatee's Berth 12 dredging project to Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. (Jul 30, 2010)
Deutsche Bahn invests €19m in Duisburg Coal Island expansion
Deutsche Bahn is to invest around €19 million by 2014 in the expansion and modernisation of transhipment and storage capacity on Duisburg's Coal Island. (Jul 30, 2010)
US Attorney calls for dismissal of indictment against Agility subsidiary
The US Attorney's office has moved to dismiss the indictment against an Agility subsidiary, following the company's filing of motions to discover the government's evidence against it. (Jul 29, 2010)
AirBridgeCargo takes delivery of 10th 747F
AirBridgeCargo Airlines has taken delivery of its third Boeing 747-400 freighter in four months, increasing its total fleet to ten B747Fs. (Jul 29, 2010)
Japanese loan boosts development of India’s rail freight network
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has signed a loan with the Indian government to help develop the country's freight rail network, adding to what will be the largest amount of ODA loan ever allocated by Japan to a single project. (Jul 29, 2010)
Nicolas Wines appoints Norbert Dentressangle in UK
Norbert Dentressangle Transport Services has been appointed by French fine wine specialist Nicolas to provide a bespoke UK transport solution for its eighty UK retail outlets. (Jul 29, 2010)
News from South Africa
Traxon Europe offers EDI link to South African customs, and Virgin Atlantic Cargo has brought sales in-house in South Africa. (Jul 29, 2010)
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