Saudia Cargo has announced an expanded strategic collaboration with the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) and the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) to introduce new sea-to-air logistics routes designed to keep cargo moving through Saudi Arabia and onward to global markets. Launched as a sea-to-air logistics corridor via the Kingdom’s western coast ports, the initiative provides a proactive response to regional developments affecting shipping patterns and international flight schedules, … [Read more...] about Saudia Cargo, Mawani, and ZATCA launch sea-to-air logistics corridor linking western ports to airports
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Cainiao to build large-scale global robotic warehouse network
Cainiao plans to build a large-scale global network of robotic warehouses in 2026 as it expands local fulfilment and delivery capabilities for cross-border e-commerce platforms and merchants worldwide. The automated facilities are planned for key markets including Hong Kong, China, the Netherlands, Spain, France, Germany and the United States. The warehouses will primarily use Cainiao’s self-developed next-generation warehouse robots and AI-powered scheduling system. Compared with traditional … [Read more...] about Cainiao to build large-scale global robotic warehouse network
Kitakyushu Airport and DHL Global Forwarding Japan successfully complete the largest-ever air transport of semiconductor manufacturing equipment
At the end of last year, Kitakyushu Airport, in collaboration with DHL Global Forwarding, the air and ocean freight specialist of DHL Group, completed the transport of semiconductor manufacturing equipment—the largest and technically most demanding cargo operation ever handled by the airport and one that required exceptionally high standards of transport expertise. Overview of the largest-ever semiconductor manufacturing equipment transport Item: Semiconductor manufacturing equipment Weight: … [Read more...] about Kitakyushu Airport and DHL Global Forwarding Japan successfully complete the largest-ever air transport of semiconductor manufacturing equipment
MIT CTL and Mecalux develop an AI-based simulator to optimise inventory across warehouses
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Center for Transportation & Logistics and Mecalux have developed an artificial intelligence-based simulator capable of optimising inventory distribution across different warehouses within the same logistics network. The platform, called Genetic Evaluation & Simulation for Inventory Strategy (GENESIS), uses advanced machine learning models to analyse thousands of possible scenarios and determine the optimal stock level at each warehouse and … [Read more...] about MIT CTL and Mecalux develop an AI-based simulator to optimise inventory across warehouses
Asia Pacific strengthens its position as a global trade anchor as Singapore ranks #1 worldwide – DHL Global Connectedness Report 2026
Globalisation remains at a historically high level at 25% in 2025 – despite escalating geopolitical tensions, rising U.S. tariffs, and uncertainty about future trade policies. Equally, the Asia Pacific region features prominently in this year’s DHL Global Connectedness Report, with Singapore ranked #1 globally. A broad swath of regional economies in the Asia Pacific region has also strengthened its position on cross-border flows. The DHL Global Connectedness Report 2026 is produced with New York … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific strengthens its position as a global trade anchor as Singapore ranks #1 worldwide – DHL Global Connectedness Report 2026
ANA HD completes long-distance medical supply drone delivery trials in Okinawa
ANA Holdings Inc. (ANA HD) recently completed long-distance medical supply drone delivery trials in Okinawa Prefecture, validating the use of VTOL fixed-wing drones to transport prescription pharmaceuticals and research blood samples across remote islands. The trials were conducted from Oct. 19, 2025, to Jan. 29, 2026, using VTOL fixed-wing drones capable of vertical takeoff and landing while cruising efficiently at high speeds over long distances like a fixed-wing aircraft. The initiative was … [Read more...] about ANA HD completes long-distance medical supply drone delivery trials in Okinawa
