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Emirates will add a third daily flight between Dubai and Nairobi from 1 March 2026, creating a major increase in air cargo capacity and strengthening global trade links with Kenya.
#Emirates #Dubai #Nairobi #Kenya #aircargo #Boeing
#Emirates #Dubai #Nairobi #Kenya #aircargo #Boeing
Emirates increases Nairobi cargo capacity with third daily service
New early morning flight adds 280 tonnes weekly and supports Kenya’s perishable exports with expanded bellyhold cargo space.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services has started its 2025–2026 cherry season operations by moving the first cherries shipment from Chile to China, marking a strong beginning to one of the busiest periods for global perishable trade.
#EthiopianCargo #Logistics #China #cherryseason #Chileb
#EthiopianCargo #Logistics #China #cherryseason #Chileb
Ethiopian Cargo begins 2025–2026 cherry season operations
The airline moves the first Chile–China cherries shipment, strengthening its role in global perishable logistics.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:57 AM
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services has started its 2025–2026 cherry season operations by moving the first cherries shipment from Chile to China, marking a strong beginning to one of the busiest periods for global perishable trade.
#EthiopianCargo #Logistics #China #cherryseason #Chileb
#EthiopianCargo #Logistics #China #cherryseason #Chileb
Africa today observed a significant development as TUI and GOX marked a historic milestone with the departure of the first TUI cargo uplift inaugural flight, which also carried the first-ever 14 tons of cargo on its first flight.
#ITPflight #Africa #TUI #GOX #trade #commerce
#ITPflight #Africa #TUI #GOX #trade #commerce
TUI and GOX mark historic first cargo uplift on inaugural ITP flight
Africa notes major milestone as TUI and GOX complete first-ever 14-ton cargo uplift on inaugural ITP flight.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Kalmar has signed an agreement to supply 16 hybrid straddle carriers to Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) in South Africa, continuing their collaboration on sustainable port operations.
#Kalmar #Transnet #SouthAfrica #hybridstraddlecarriers #CapeTown #PortElizabeth #sustainability #portoperations
#Kalmar #Transnet #SouthAfrica #hybridstraddlecarriers #CapeTown #PortElizabeth #sustainability #portoperations
Transnet orders 16 hybrid straddle carriers from Kalmar
The new hybrid machines will mark the first such deployment in Southern Africa.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Kalmar has signed an agreement to supply 16 hybrid straddle carriers to Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) in South Africa, continuing their collaboration on sustainable port operations.
#Kalmar #Transnet #SouthAfrica #hybridstraddlecarriers #CapeTown #PortElizabeth #sustainability #portoperations
#Kalmar #Transnet #SouthAfrica #hybridstraddlecarriers #CapeTown #PortElizabeth #sustainability #portoperations
It is a part of the R10 billion Cato Ridge Development aimed at establishing a logistics hub and dry port to ease congestion at the Port of Durban.
#InsimbiRidge #CatoRidge #KwaZuluNatal #logisticshub #inlandport #railfreight
#InsimbiRidge #CatoRidge #KwaZuluNatal #logisticshub #inlandport #railfreight
Insimbi Ridge launch marks new phase in KZN’s logistics growth
It is a part of the R10 billion Cato Ridge Development aimed at establishing a logistics hub and dry port to ease congestion at the Port of Durban.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:13 PM
It is a part of the R10 billion Cato Ridge Development aimed at establishing a logistics hub and dry port to ease congestion at the Port of Durban.
#InsimbiRidge #CatoRidge #KwaZuluNatal #logisticshub #inlandport #railfreight
#InsimbiRidge #CatoRidge #KwaZuluNatal #logisticshub #inlandport #railfreight
Standard Bank has opened a representative office in Cairo, Egypt, to expand its presence in North Africa and support trade, investment, and innovation across the continent.
#StandardBank #Egypt #Cairo #Africa
#StandardBank #Egypt #Cairo #Africa
Standard Bank opens Cairo office to strengthen Africa trade links
The Cairo office marks Standard Bank’s 21st point of presence in Africa.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:51 AM
Standard Bank has opened a representative office in Cairo, Egypt, to expand its presence in North Africa and support trade, investment, and innovation across the continent.
#StandardBank #Egypt #Cairo #Africa
#StandardBank #Egypt #Cairo #Africa
DHL Global Forwarding has announced the appointment of Tobias Maier as Chief Executive Officer for the Middle East and Africa region, effective December 1, 2025.
#DHL #DHLGlobalForwarding #CEO #Africaregion #MiddleEast #Africa #Logistics
#DHL #DHLGlobalForwarding #CEO #Africaregion #MiddleEast #Africa #Logistics
DHL Global Forwarding appoints Tobias Maier as MEA CEO
Tobias Maier brings extensive experience in finance, digital innovation, and strategic growth to his new role.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:00 AM
DHL Global Forwarding has announced the appointment of Tobias Maier as Chief Executive Officer for the Middle East and Africa region, effective December 1, 2025.
#DHL #DHLGlobalForwarding #CEO #Africaregion #MiddleEast #Africa #Logistics
#DHL #DHLGlobalForwarding #CEO #Africaregion #MiddleEast #Africa #Logistics
In a move that strengthens Egypt’s Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with China, a delegation of 17 Egyptian government officials has visited Beijing to exchange expertise in economic development.
#Egypt #China #economiccooperation #economicdevelopment #Egyptiangovernment #Beijing #NDRC
#Egypt #China #economiccooperation #economicdevelopment #Egyptiangovernment #Beijing #NDRC
Egyptian officials visit China to boost economic cooperation
Egypt activates MoU with China as 17 officials visit Beijing to learn from the Chinese economic development model.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:49 AM
In a move that strengthens Egypt’s Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with China, a delegation of 17 Egyptian government officials has visited Beijing to exchange expertise in economic development.
#Egypt #China #economiccooperation #economicdevelopment #Egyptiangovernment #Beijing #NDRC
#Egypt #China #economiccooperation #economicdevelopment #Egyptiangovernment #Beijing #NDRC
The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has reported a significant recovery in vessel traffic, marked by the passage of the container ship CMA CGM Benjamin Franklin, the largest vessel to cross the canal in two years.
#SuezCanal #CMACGM #CMACGMBenjaminFranklin #Africa #Shipping
#SuezCanal #CMACGM #CMACGMBenjaminFranklin #Africa #Shipping
Suez Canal sees strong rebound as major vessels and lines return
Improved stability and renewed confidence boost vessel traffic, supporting Africa’s key maritime trade routes.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:56 AM
The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has reported a significant recovery in vessel traffic, marked by the passage of the container ship CMA CGM Benjamin Franklin, the largest vessel to cross the canal in two years.
#SuezCanal #CMACGM #CMACGMBenjaminFranklin #Africa #Shipping
#SuezCanal #CMACGM #CMACGMBenjaminFranklin #Africa #Shipping
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has officially announced the handover of its Chair position to Roos Bakker, Manager of Business Development & Contract Management at ICTS Europe, during the Air Cargo Forum 2025 in Abu Dhabi.
#TIACA #AirCargoForum2025 #AirCargo #ICTSEurope
#TIACA #AirCargoForum2025 #AirCargo #ICTSEurope
Roos Bakker succeeds Steven Polmans as TIACA Chair
The association also announced that the two Co-Vice Chair positions will be filled by Emir Pineda and Tushar Jani.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:39 AM
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has officially announced the handover of its Chair position to Roos Bakker, Manager of Business Development & Contract Management at ICTS Europe, during the Air Cargo Forum 2025 in Abu Dhabi.
#TIACA #AirCargoForum2025 #AirCargo #ICTSEurope
#TIACA #AirCargoForum2025 #AirCargo #ICTSEurope
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals (Hactl) confirmed that its Chief Executive, Wilson Kwong, will be leaving the company in January 2026.
#HongKongAirCargoTerminals #Hactl #MTRCorporation #HongKong
#HongKongAirCargoTerminals #Hactl #MTRCorporation #HongKong
Hactl CEO Wilson Kwong to step down in January 2026
Wilson Kwong is joining Hong Kong–based railway operator MTR Corporation, with effect from 28 January 2026.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals (Hactl) confirmed that its Chief Executive, Wilson Kwong, will be leaving the company in January 2026.
#HongKongAirCargoTerminals #Hactl #MTRCorporation #HongKong
#HongKongAirCargoTerminals #Hactl #MTRCorporation #HongKong
As South Africa faces economic pressure and evolving consumer preferences, CHEP South Africa is driving resilience across the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector.
#CHEP #SouthAfrica #FMCG #logistics #supplychain #FMCGefficiency
#CHEP #SouthAfrica #FMCG #logistics #supplychain #FMCGefficiency
CHEP boosts South Africa’s FMCG resilience through supply chain innovation
Amid inflation and shifting consumer trends, CHEP’s pallet pooling and collaborative logistics strengthen FMCG efficiency.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:39 AM
As South Africa faces economic pressure and evolving consumer preferences, CHEP South Africa is driving resilience across the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector.
#CHEP #SouthAfrica #FMCG #logistics #supplychain #FMCGefficiency
#CHEP #SouthAfrica #FMCG #logistics #supplychain #FMCGefficiency
In the third quarter of 2025, the logistics company DHL Group achieved earnings growth despite ongoing trade conflicts.
#DHL #logistics #DHLGroup #UnitedStates #DHLExpress #DHLGlobalForwarding #DHLSupplyChain #DHLeCommerce
#DHL #logistics #DHLGroup #UnitedStates #DHLExpress #DHLGlobalForwarding #DHLSupplyChain #DHLeCommerce
DHL Group continues earnings growth in the third quarter
In Q3 2025, DHL’s eCommerce and Post & Parcel divisions led profit growth, Supply Chain stayed stable, Express remained resilient despite lower volumes, while Global Forwarding & Freight faced the...
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November 7, 2025 at 4:40 AM
In the third quarter of 2025, the logistics company DHL Group achieved earnings growth despite ongoing trade conflicts.
#DHL #logistics #DHLGroup #UnitedStates #DHLExpress #DHLGlobalForwarding #DHLSupplyChain #DHLeCommerce
#DHL #logistics #DHLGroup #UnitedStates #DHLExpress #DHLGlobalForwarding #DHLSupplyChain #DHLeCommerce
Maersk, the Danish shipping and logistics giant, reported preliminary underlying earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of $2,686 million for the third quarter of 2025.
#Maersk #Q3 #EBITDA #shipping #logistics
#Maersk #Q3 #EBITDA #shipping #logistics
Maersk EBITDA down by 44% in Q3; revenue stood at at $14,206 mn
Maersk now projects full-year underlying EBITDA to be between $9 billion and $9.5 billion
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November 7, 2025 at 4:31 AM
Maersk, the Danish shipping and logistics giant, reported preliminary underlying earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of $2,686 million for the third quarter of 2025.
#Maersk #Q3 #EBITDA #shipping #logistics
#Maersk #Q3 #EBITDA #shipping #logistics
EU–Ethiopia Business Conference in Paris, highlighted its Special Economic Zones (SEZs) as a principal platform for facilitating international investment and boosting economic ties with the European Union.
#EuropeanUnion #SpecialEconomicZones #Europen #SEZs #investments #Paris #Ethiopia
#EuropeanUnion #SpecialEconomicZones #Europen #SEZs #investments #Paris #Ethiopia
Ethiopia promotes European investors with SEZs in Paris
The country's SEZs, buttressed by modern logistics and transport infrastructure, offers investors streamlined processes.
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November 6, 2025 at 10:59 AM
EU–Ethiopia Business Conference in Paris, highlighted its Special Economic Zones (SEZs) as a principal platform for facilitating international investment and boosting economic ties with the European Union.
#EuropeanUnion #SpecialEconomicZones #Europen #SEZs #investments #Paris #Ethiopia
#EuropeanUnion #SpecialEconomicZones #Europen #SEZs #investments #Paris #Ethiopia
Emirates SkyCargo transported 1.25 million tonnes of cargo in the first six months of the year, up by 4% compared to the same period last year. However, cargo yields decreased by 6% due to softening demand in some market segments amidst tariff concerns.
#EmiratesSkyCargo #Emirates #Boeing #aircargo
#EmiratesSkyCargo #Emirates #Boeing #aircargo
Emirates SkyCargo moves 1.25 million tonnes in H1; but yields fall
The airline informed that cargo yields decreased by 6% due to softening demand in some market segments amidst tariff concerns.
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November 6, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Emirates SkyCargo transported 1.25 million tonnes of cargo in the first six months of the year, up by 4% compared to the same period last year. However, cargo yields decreased by 6% due to softening demand in some market segments amidst tariff concerns.
#EmiratesSkyCargo #Emirates #Boeing #aircargo
#EmiratesSkyCargo #Emirates #Boeing #aircargo
DP World has launched its state-of-the-art Port Community System (PCS) in Kenya, marking a key step in modernising the Port of Mombasa and enhancing efficiency across East and Central Africa’s trade corridors.
#DPWorld #PortCommunitySystem #CentralAfrica #Africa #PortofMombasa #Kenya #trade
#DPWorld #PortCommunitySystem #CentralAfrica #Africa #PortofMombasa #Kenya #trade
DP World rolls out digital port system to boost Kenya’s trade
The new Port Community System in Mombasa aims to speed up cargo clearance and strengthen Africa’s trade efficiency.
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November 6, 2025 at 10:05 AM
DP World has launched its state-of-the-art Port Community System (PCS) in Kenya, marking a key step in modernising the Port of Mombasa and enhancing efficiency across East and Central Africa’s trade corridors.
#DPWorld #PortCommunitySystem #CentralAfrica #Africa #PortofMombasa #Kenya #trade
#DPWorld #PortCommunitySystem #CentralAfrica #Africa #PortofMombasa #Kenya #trade
The National Department of Transport (DOT) of South Africa has reminded stakeholders across the aviation and logistics sectors that the closing date for public comments on the gazetted Airfreight Strategy is fast approaching.
#NationalDepartmentofTransport #airfreight #SouthAfrica #aviation
#NationalDepartmentofTransport #airfreight #SouthAfrica #aviation
South Africa seeks feedback on draft Airfreight Strategy
The strategy aims to modernise Africa’s air cargo sector with drones, stronger connectivity and inclusive growth.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:29 AM
The National Department of Transport (DOT) of South Africa has reminded stakeholders across the aviation and logistics sectors that the closing date for public comments on the gazetted Airfreight Strategy is fast approaching.
#NationalDepartmentofTransport #airfreight #SouthAfrica #aviation
#NationalDepartmentofTransport #airfreight #SouthAfrica #aviation
The government of the Union of the Comoros launched the Maritime Corridor and Regional Trade Facilitation Project on 27 October 2025 in Moroni, with $137 million in financing from the African Development Bank Group.
#Comoros #AfricanDevelopmentBank #maritimecorridor #infrastructure
#Comoros #AfricanDevelopmentBank #maritimecorridor #infrastructure
Comoros launches $137 million AfDB-backed maritime corridor project
The project focuses on building resilient infrastructure and boosting agricultural and fisheries value chains.
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November 6, 2025 at 8:51 AM
The government of the Union of the Comoros launched the Maritime Corridor and Regional Trade Facilitation Project on 27 October 2025 in Moroni, with $137 million in financing from the African Development Bank Group.
#Comoros #AfricanDevelopmentBank #maritimecorridor #infrastructure
#Comoros #AfricanDevelopmentBank #maritimecorridor #infrastructure
Nigeria has taken a major step toward transforming its transport landscape as the Federal Executive Council approved the country’s first-ever National Land Transport Policy.
#Nigeria #Africa #FederalExecutiveCouncil #NationalLandTransportPolicy #innovation #regionalcompetitiveness
#Nigeria #Africa #FederalExecutiveCouncil #NationalLandTransportPolicy #innovation #regionalcompetitiveness
Nigeria approves first national land transport policy
The move marks a major step toward modern, efficient and sustainable transport systems across Africa.
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November 6, 2025 at 7:56 AM
Nigeria has taken a major step toward transforming its transport landscape as the Federal Executive Council approved the country’s first-ever National Land Transport Policy.
#Nigeria #Africa #FederalExecutiveCouncil #NationalLandTransportPolicy #innovation #regionalcompetitiveness
#Nigeria #Africa #FederalExecutiveCouncil #NationalLandTransportPolicy #innovation #regionalcompetitiveness
Emirates announced it will add a fifth daily service between Dubai and Cairo starting 1 December 2025, increasing to a daily frequency from 1 February 2026.
#Emirates #Cairo #Dubai #cargo #Boeing #Boeing777 #SkyCargo #Egypt #connectivity #AirCargo
#Emirates #Cairo #Dubai #cargo #Boeing #Boeing777 #SkyCargo #Egypt #connectivity #AirCargo
Emirates adds fifth daily Cairo service, expands cargo capacity
The additional frequency will provide an estimated 300 tonnes of weekly cargo capacity.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Emirates announced it will add a fifth daily service between Dubai and Cairo starting 1 December 2025, increasing to a daily frequency from 1 February 2026.
#Emirates #Cairo #Dubai #cargo #Boeing #Boeing777 #SkyCargo #Egypt #connectivity #AirCargo
#Emirates #Cairo #Dubai #cargo #Boeing #Boeing777 #SkyCargo #Egypt #connectivity #AirCargo
Global air cargo volumes rose by 4% in October compared to the same month last year, according to Xeneta. The increase was stronger than expected but came alongside warnings of a slowdown in global trade, with Europe–North America volumes falling 6%.
#Xeneta #Globalaircargo #aircargo #Africa
#Xeneta #Globalaircargo #aircargo #Africa
Global air cargo volumes up 4% in October as trade signals weaken
Falling Europe–North America demand and lower rates may impact Africa’s exports despite steady global growth.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:20 AM
Global air cargo volumes rose by 4% in October compared to the same month last year, according to Xeneta. The increase was stronger than expected but came alongside warnings of a slowdown in global trade, with Europe–North America volumes falling 6%.
#Xeneta #Globalaircargo #aircargo #Africa
#Xeneta #Globalaircargo #aircargo #Africa
The Nairobi-based airline Astral Aviation announced the signing of a Cargo General Sales and Service Agency (GSSA) Agreement with Hong Kong-headquartered TAM Group for Hong Kong and Macau.
#AstralAviation #TAMGroup #HongKong #Macau #Nairobi #Africa
#AstralAviation #TAMGroup #HongKong #Macau #Nairobi #Africa
Astral Aviation appoints TAM Group as cargo GSSA for Hong Kong, Macau
Astral is currently operating two flights a week from Hong Kong and one from Haikou to Africa with its B767-300 freighter, and with the new partnership, it plans to launch a service from Guangzhou to....
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November 6, 2025 at 4:50 AM
Freightos, the global freight booking and payment platform, announced the launch of WebCargo Rate & Quote Ocean.
#digitalplatform #freightos #WebCargo #oceanfreightrates #freightforwarders
#digitalplatform #freightos #WebCargo #oceanfreightrates #freightforwarders
Freightos unveils WebCargo Rate & Quote Ocean for booking ocean freight rates
The platform allows forwarders to centralise all ocean rate management, including carrier rates, direct booking, etc.
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November 6, 2025 at 4:39 AM
Freightos, the global freight booking and payment platform, announced the launch of WebCargo Rate & Quote Ocean.
#digitalplatform #freightos #WebCargo #oceanfreightrates #freightforwarders
#digitalplatform #freightos #WebCargo #oceanfreightrates #freightforwarders
Cathay Cargo has successfully transported 250 ancient Egyptian artefacts weighing over 30 tonnes from Shanghai to Hong Kong for the upcoming “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” exhibition at the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM).
#CathayCargo #Egypt #HongKongexhibition
#CathayCargo #Egypt #HongKongexhibition
Cathay Cargo transports Egypt’s ancient treasures for Hong Kong exhibition
Cathay Cargo showcases its expertise in handling delicate shipments with the safe transport of 250 Egyptian artefacts to Hong Kong
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November 6, 2025 at 4:28 AM
Cathay Cargo has successfully transported 250 ancient Egyptian artefacts weighing over 30 tonnes from Shanghai to Hong Kong for the upcoming “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” exhibition at the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM).
#CathayCargo #Egypt #HongKongexhibition
#CathayCargo #Egypt #HongKongexhibition