ITN Logistics Group is a leading privately owned Canadian freight forwarder offering a full suite of global logistics solutions across transport modes. The acquisition of ITN will strengthen Scan Global Logistics’ Canadian operations by bringing additional scale, locations and increased market share. Allan Melgaard, Global CEO of SGL, says: ‘Acquiring ITN is a strategic move that enhances our presence in Canada and North America. We have worked with ITN for many years, and the ITN … [Read more...] about Scan Global Logistics signs an agreement to acquire ITN Logistics Group in Canada
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Fujitsu drives chemical industry logistics DX with participation in joint logistics demonstration
Fujitsu today announced that it participated as an observer in a joint logistics demonstration project conducted from September to December 2024 in the Kanto and Tokai regions in Japan. This project, aimed at realizing a physical internet, was led by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism with the Chemicals Working Group(1) in the Physical Internet Realization Council(2) . Fujitsu contributed by providing a common data platform … [Read more...] about Fujitsu drives chemical industry logistics DX with participation in joint logistics demonstration
Wingcopter, ITOCHU, and ANA test drone-based transport of research blood in Japan
ITOCHU Corporation, Wingcopter's partner in Japan, have tested the transport of research blood using Wingcopter's delivery drone in a research project. Together with ANA Holdings and the local blood center of the Japanese Red Cross, research blood was flown between the cities of Urasoe and Nago in Okinawa Prefecture. The project aims to investigate the effectiveness and efficiency of drones in the delivery of blood products, with the long-term goal of relieving the burden on delivery staff … [Read more...] about Wingcopter, ITOCHU, and ANA test drone-based transport of research blood in Japan
Pharma.Aero releases white paper on precision therapy logistics, showcasing advanced framework for personalised medicine
Pharma.Aero, a global leader in cross-industry collaboration, announces the official release of the white paper detailing the findings of the Precision Therapy Logistics Project, addressing the unique challenges of transporting precision therapies. The groundbreaking initiative marks a significant step in ensuring the safe and effective delivery of life-saving personalized advanced treatments to patients worldwide. Precision therapies, which offer personalized healthcare solutions, are … [Read more...] about Pharma.Aero releases white paper on precision therapy logistics, showcasing advanced framework for personalised medicine
Duvenbeck now provides diesel-free logistics services for ZF Saarbrücken
The Duvenbeck Group has completed the switch to alternative emission-free drive systems for its entire fleet of vehicles that operate for ZF Saarbrücken. This means that none of the vehicles, which Duvenbeck uses for the automobile supplier on short or long-distance routes, consume conventional diesel fuel any longer. The switch marks the provisional final stage of a programme, which started with the introduction of liquid natural gas (LNG) as the fuel in 2020. Renewable and climate-friendly … [Read more...] about Duvenbeck now provides diesel-free logistics services for ZF Saarbrücken
Kuehne+Nagel to operate Central Logistics Center for Schaeffler in Asia Pacific
Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions Asia Pacific has selected Kuehne+Nagel to manage its Central Logistics Center in Thailand. This 3,000sqm assembly and packaging facility, strategically located in the Si Racha free zone district is situated close to the Schaeffler manufacturing plant in Chonburi. This Central Logistics Center will handle operational activities including kitting, goods receiving, and shipping. It is designed to optimise logistics processes and increase delivery capacity, … [Read more...] about Kuehne+Nagel to operate Central Logistics Center for Schaeffler in Asia Pacific
