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The Great Eastern Shipping Company (G E Shipping) has entered into a contract to sell the Jag Vishnu, a 2002-built Very Large Gas Carrier with a capacity of approximately 77,922 cbm, to an unaffiliated third party.

#GEShipping #Shipping #vessel #JagVishnu #LargeGasCarrier
GE Shipping to sell VLGC Jag Vishnu in major fleet overhaul
The vessel is scheduled for delivery to the new owners during the fourth quarter of FY26.
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December 26, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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As 2025 concludes, the Indian stock exchanges, notably the NSE and BSE SME platforms, have transformed into key growth avenues for logistics companies and emerging freight forwarders.

#IPOs #BSE #NSE #Stockmarket #logistics #Indianstockexchanges #logisticssector
The 2025 logistics IPO wrap-up: 10 companies that hit the floor
The logistics sector, the economy's backbone, is entering the trading floor. This includes asset-light digital platforms and major fleet operators, all seeking to scale.
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December 26, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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Christmas is often seen as a time of last-minute shopping, urgent deliveries and pressure on supply chains. Many believe the logistics industry rushes to move goods just days before the festival.

#Christmas #Airfreight #perishables #GalaxyFreight #SarjakContainers #KaybeeExports
Inside Christmas shipping: How goods reach stores on time
Festive goods reach stores through careful planning, sea freight for bulk, and air for urgent or perishable items.
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December 26, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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The third meeting of the High-Level Task Force on Infrastructure, Logistics Cost and Connectivity in the Northeastern Region was held on December 22, chaired by the Chief Minister of Tripura, Manik Saha.

#Northeastlogistics #infrastructureconnectivity #multimodaltransport #crossbordertrade
Northeast task force reviews logistics costs and connectivity roadmap
The task force examined regional logistics bottlenecks, including transport links, modal integration and implementation timelines.
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December 26, 2025 at 6:31 AM
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The newly concluded India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is set to trigger a massive overhaul of cross-border logistics, with the Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) leading the charge to modernise last-mile delivery.

#GJEPC #Logistics #supplychain #B2Bexports #B2Cecommerce
India-New Zealand FTA to shift jewellery exports from B2B to B2C models
Logistics partnerships under the India–New Zealand FTA are set to accelerate India’s shift from B2B exports to B2C e-commerce.
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December 26, 2025 at 6:22 AM
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Logistics is often measured in tonnes, transit times, and delivery windows. But during the holiday season, its impact is felt in moments that go far beyond numbers, moments of relief, connection, and shared humanity.

#GlobalEventLogisticsSummit #GELS #CPKC #Logistics #humanitarianaid
Delivering joy at scale: The logistics behind music, relief, and hope
From humanitarian relief to music on the move, logistics proves it can deliver joy, especially when it matters most.
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December 26, 2025 at 5:48 AM
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Korean Air and its India general sales agent, Group Concorde, have reinforced their long-standing strategic partnership by marking 15 years of collaboration, highlighting their continued focus on strengthening passenger and cargo connectivity from India.

#KoreanAir #GroupConcorde #airlineGSAIndia
Korean Air, Group Concorde reinforce India market strategy
Celebrating 15 years of partnership, the two companies underlined plans to deepen both cargo and passenger engagement in India.
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December 26, 2025 at 5:28 AM
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RapidShyp has launched Ayumi, an AI-driven delivery intelligence engine aimed at improving predictability across India’s e-commerce logistics networks.

#RapidShyp #ecommercelogistics #predictivelogistics #AIshipping #returntoorigin #courierallocation #deliveryvisibility #fulfilmenttechnology
RapidShyp introduces Ayumi for predictable e-commerce logistics
The tool focuses on addressing operational pain points that affect seller costs and customer experience.
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December 24, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ), India’s integrated transport utility, has successfully concluded the 100% acquisition of the North Queensland Export Terminal (NQXT) in Australia.

#APSEZ #acquisition #terminal #Australia #Adaniports #Shipping
Adani Ports completes acquisition of Australia’s NQXT terminal
APSEZ preferentially allotted 14,38,20,153 equity shares (₹2 face value each) to the seller, Carmichael Rail and Port Singapore Holdings.
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December 23, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Godrej Enterprises Group has opened a forklift training centre in Pune as India’s logistics and warehousing networks expand and face growing pressure on safety and productivity.

#Godrej #GodrejEnterprisesGroup #logisticstraining #forkliftoperators #warehousingsafety #materialhandling
Godrej launches Pune forklift centre to address logistics skills gap
The programme also seeks to widen participation in industrial logistics roles, offering a 50 per cent training fee concession for women.
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December 23, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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Joachim von Winning (Director Cargo Partnerships, Frankfurt Airport) explores the deepening trade relationship between India and Germany.

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#JoachimvonWinning #FrankfurtAirport #automotive #aircargo #supplychain #aviation #India #Germany
Auto SCM Summit 2025: Opening remarks by Joachim von Winning, Frankfurt Airport
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December 23, 2025 at 11:04 AM
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Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works (KMEW) announced on December 23 that it has received formal approval from the Joint Commissioner of Income Tax, Mumbai, to transition to the Tonnage Tax Scheme under Section 115VP (3) of the Income Tax Act.

#KMEW #Shipping #ports #tax #IncomeTaxAct #Mumbai
KMEW receives approval for tonnage tax scheme transition
The approval is set for a 10-year duration, commencing from the Assessment Year (A.Y.) 2026-27.
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December 23, 2025 at 9:10 AM
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The helicopter was transported on a B747 freighter in seven cargo pieces, with the shipment awarded by Continental Carriers.

#BHWorldwide #ContinentalCarriers #Aircargo #aerospacelogistics #logistics #India #Singapore #aircraft
B&H Worldwide completes India–Singapore Bell 429 helicopter move
The helicopter was transported on a B747 freighter in seven cargo pieces, with the shipment awarded by Continental Carriers.
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December 23, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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Mumbai’s primary airport, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), has announced a temporary suspension of dedicated freighter operations from August 2026 through May 2027.

#CSMIA #NaviMumbaiInternationalAirport #NMIA #freighteroperations #Aircargo #freighterflights #Aviation
Mumbai airport to suspend freighter flights for runway, apron work
The airport will be closed from August 2026 through May 2027, and freighter operations will be shifted to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA).
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December 23, 2025 at 4:19 AM
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Singapore-based shipbuilder Seatrium announced on December 22 that it has reached a settlement with Maersk Offshore Wind regarding the delivery of a specialised wind turbine installation vessel.

#Seatrium #Maersk #offshorewindvessel #ship #oilvessel #Singapore #Shipping
Seatrium, Maersk reach $360 mn settlement over offshore wind vessel dispute
The US$475 million contract was the subject of a legal conflict that began in October 2025.
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December 22, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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When Navi Mumbai International Airport opens operations on December 25, its cargo infrastructure is expected to play a central role in reshaping air logistics and regional trade flows in western India.

#NMIA #aircargo #logisticsinfrastructure #multimodaltransport #coldchain
NMIA debut signals new phase for India’s air cargo infrastructure
The airport will initially offer seven dedicated freighter parking stands, with expansion planned to 11 in the final phase.
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December 22, 2025 at 7:06 AM
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The A350F, Airbus’s next-generation freighter, is poised to redefine the air cargo market. As of November 2025, it has secured 82 firm orders, representing 58% of the large widebody freighter segment compared to the 777-8F.

#Airbus #A350F #AirCargo #freighter #aircargomarket #AirbusA350F
Airbus A350F: mapping orders and major developments in 2025
The Airbus A350F is progressing steadily, with major orders and 2025 milestones marking key developments.
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December 22, 2025 at 5:17 AM
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Air India’s cargo and passenger operations have been impacted by the closure of Pakistani airspace for Indian carriers.

#AirIndia #AirIndiaCargo #IICS2025 #BangaloreInternationalAirport
Air India cargo operations hit by Pakistan airspace closure
In a panel discussion at IICS 2025, Gagan Gupta, Head of Cargo Operations at Air India, discussed the impact of the airspace closure on the airline.
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December 22, 2025 at 4:48 AM
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Hong Kong Air Cargo has announced an enhancement to its Asian network with the resumption of scheduled services to Singapore (SIN) and the transition of its Chennai (MAA) route from charter to scheduled operations.

#HongKongAirCargo #HongKong #cargo #Singapore #Asiannetwork #Chennai #AirCargo
Hong Kong Air Cargo resumes scheduled services for Singapore, Chennai
Moving from irregular charters to a fixed schedule provides cargo customers with more consistent, dependable shipment planning, streamlining regional supply chain management.
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December 20, 2025 at 4:39 AM
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Navkar Corporation, a subsidiary of JSW Infrastructure, announced on December 19 the successful acquisition of a contract from Central Railway.

#JSWInfra #JSW #GatiShakti #cargo #NavkarCorp #Shipping #GCT #Somathane #Panvel
JSW Infra arm Navkar Corp bags ₹63.22 crore railway cargo terminal project
Central Railway's Mumbai division awarded the contract via a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) to build the terminal entirely on railway land.
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December 20, 2025 at 4:09 AM
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India and Oman have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on December 18 that grants zero-duty access to Indian goods on 98.08% of Oman's tariff lines.

#Trade #dutyfree #exports #Oman #India #CEPA #Indiangoods
Oman, India sign CEPA for duty-free access to 99% of exports
The agreement instantly eliminates tariffs on major labour-intensive sectors: textiles, leather, footwear, gems and jewellery, engineering products, and pharmaceuticals.
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December 19, 2025 at 4:25 AM
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Ocean Network Express (ONE) has officially announced the launch of its new Red-Sea China Service (RCS), an expansion aimed at bolstering maritime links between major Chinese hubs and key ports in the Red Sea.

#OceanNetworkExpress #ONE #Redsea #cargo #logistics #hightrafficlanes #Shipping #China
ONE returns to Red Sea connectivity with new direct service from China
The Red-Sea China service offers shippers optimised, reliable, and streamlined network coverage for cargo in these high-traffic lanes.
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December 19, 2025 at 4:16 AM
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Teleport, Southeast Asia’s integrated eCommerce logistics specialist, has been appointed as the Exclusive General Sales Agent (GSA) for China Central Longhao Airlines Co. Ltd, also known as Air Central China.

#Teleport #AirCentralChina #Zhengzhou #Chennai #Delhi #AirSilkRoadForum #India #China
Teleport appointed as the exclusive GSA for Air Central China in India
Teleport to manage freighter capacity from India to China, strengthening direct cargo access into key Chinese markets.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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Indian exporters shipping cargo to Europe are facing renewed uncertainty which is ultimately resulting in margin pressure this December.

#DrewryShippingConsultants #SarjakContainerLines #KayBeeExports #SVAPShipping #WelspunOne #Indianexporters #shipping #Europetrade
Blank sailings and seasonal demand lift India–Europe container rates
Exporters face tighter space as capacity cuts, reefers and longer routes offset weak demand on the Europe trade.
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December 18, 2025 at 11:17 AM
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The Great Eastern Shipping Company (G E Shipping) announced on 18 December that it has entered into a contract to sell the Jag Aarati, a 2011-built Kamsarmax dry bulk carrier.

#GEShipping #Drybulkcarrier #Kamsarmax #GreatEasternShippingCompany #JagAarati #Shipping
G E Shipping to sell Jag Aarati dry bulk vessel
The 80,324 dwt capacity vessel is scheduled for delivery in Q4 2026.
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December 18, 2025 at 10:54 AM