On Thursday 24th October, Maersk Line was awarded “Global Ocean Carrier of the Year” at the Containerisation International annual awards luncheon at the Sheraton, Park Lane Hotel in London. On Thursday 24th October, Maersk Line was awarded “Global Ocean Carrier of the Year” at the Containerisation International annual awards luncheon at the Sheraton, Park Lane […]
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Yearly Archives: 2013
DACHSER AT THE 30TH GERMAN LOGISTICS CONGRESS
The motto for this year’s event: “Ideas, Impulses, Innovations” applies to how DACHSER has become a global logistics provider: the introduction of the swap-body is just one innovation of many. At its booth, DACHSER proudly displays its full service portfolio, from cross-Europe logistics for industrial goods and food through global air and sea freight activities […]
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Transfer of Seabourne Group London and South East Courier Business
It has been agreed to sell our London and South East Courier Business to OCS, a long-standing and reputable, independent Courier company, based at Heathrow, with a worldwide network. Our decision to sell this element of our business has been based on our belief that our loyal clients and employees deserve to have stability and […]
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Maersk Line is Lloyd’s List’s Company of the Year
On 1 October, Lloyd’s List hosted their annual awards event, which celebrates achievements in the global maritime industry, at the Lancaster Hotel in London. Sales Director David Brown from Great Britain (covering the UK and Ireland) accepted the award on behalf of Maersk Line. On 1 October, Lloyd’s List hosted their annual awards event, which […]
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TRYOUT: FIRST PRODUCTION-READY ELECTRIC TERMINAL TRACTOR
DACHSER is the first logistics company to successfully test a production-ready electric powered terminal tractor at two German locations. The logistics supplier has long been working on robust electric vehicle designs, in close collaboration with designers. The prototype, developed by specialized vehicle maker Terberg Nordlift, was tested in real operations, pulling trailers from the terminal […]
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AIT Worldwide Logistics Wins Quest for Quality Award for the Eighth Time
The company’s collection of accolades expands with a new commendation from Logistics Management magazine recognizing AIT’s exceptional performance as a 3PL services provider ITASCA, ILLINOIS (August 16, 2013) – Logistics Management magazine has acknowledged AIT Worldwide Logistics’ sustained excellence in the global transportation management industry with a 2013 Quest for Quality Award. Though this was […]
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Holland Recognizes Professional Truck Drivers During National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
HOLLAND, Mich., September 16, 2013 — Holland, along with the American Trucking Associations and the entire trucking industry, is taking this week to honor the 3.1 million professional truck drivers who deliver America’s freight safely and securely every day following stringent safety regulations. Holland drivers are among the nation’s most professional and safest drivers. We […]
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Operating in a Free Trade Zone, is it right for you?
How can using an FTZ help to defer or reduce duty and tax? Companies involved in international trade may benefit by using an FTZ as a component in their overall indirect tax strategy. Most countries offer incentives to companies to defer or eliminate duty or taxes when activities are conducted in a zone. There are […]
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Hong Kong International Terminals (HIT) on Strike
Dear All, Hong Kong biggest ocean container terminal, HIT, has been undergoing a strike to seventh day. Stevedores request a wage increase of 17% over a 2 year period. However, this proposal has been rejected by the employers. The Hong Kong Labour Department and HIT top management have involved but it seems the parties are […]
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DSV transports visionaries
Two teachers are driving across the world in a tuk-tuk to promote education. Two British teachers, Nick Gough and Rich Sears, began their trip around the world in August last year. They have now travelled from England through Europe, down the African continent and across India and further through Asia in a tiny open-sided 395cc […]
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