Intermodal Transport
EWS launches new Felixstowe-BIFT intermodal train
EWS has introduced a new intermodal rail freight service from the Port of Felixstowe (via Ipswich) to Birmingham Intermodal Freight Terminal (BIFT). (Nov 18, 2008)
Allen Group secures $20m bridge loan for Dallas Logistics Hub
The Allen Group has secured funds for the recapitalisation of more than 1,000 acres within the Dallas Logistics Hub. (Oct 17, 2008)
TAPA announces anti-cargo theft task force
Following a special meeting of government officials, manufacturers, law enforcement agencies and transport & logistics providers hosted in Amsterdam by the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA), a new crime reduction taskforce for the Netherlands will be formed and the Dutch government will increase co-operation with the EU to improve supply chain security. (Oct 8, 2008)
Transportation costs become the new hot topic
The all-time high of $147.27 per barrel of oil in July has made oil and the consequent transportation costs a hot topic in all boardrooms. (Oct 7, 2008)
Recent key appointments
Kuehne + Nagel appoints ex-Schenker chairman as a consultant; TT Club appoints a new logistics insurance director; Coyne Airways has a new UK sales manager; Emirates SkyCargo names a new VP; Samskip appoints a new manager in Italy; Aeronet appoints two business development directors; YRC names a new EVP & CFO; and Transnet Port Terminal announces two senior level transfers. (Oct 1, 2008)
DB Schenker submits takeover bid for Romtrans
DB Schenker plans to acquire all the shares in Romanian forwarder SC Romtrans, and has submitted a takeover bid to Romtrans' shareholders through its Austrian subsidiary, Schenker & Co. (Sep 24, 2008)
Eurogate Intermodal acquires majority shareholding in Floyd ZRt
Eurogate Intermodal has acquired a 51% majority share in the Budpest, Hungary-based rail transport company Floyd ZRt. (Sep 18, 2008)
CP and CN implement new rail terminal efficiencies at Deltaport
Canadian National (CN) and Canadian Pacific (CP) have announced an agreement allowing the Deltaport Division of a jointly owned rail subsidiary to manage rail switching operations for CN's and CP's intermodal trains at Deltaport. (Jul 24, 2008)
Recently awarded / renewed contracts
Aviapartner Cargo signs contracts with Air Transat and Turkish Airlines in France; Dunhills Haribo extends its contract with NYK Logistics (UK) for another year; Nestlé USA selects Schneider National as a top intermodal and logistics services provider; Salton signs a three year contract with Weber Distribution. (Jul 17, 2008)
Recent key appointments
YRC North American Transportation announces leadership changes; MOL America names a new president & CEO; and Deutsche Bahn appoints a new head of Intermodal. (Jul 14, 2008)
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