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Business
Sakura Ocean orders first vessels less than six months after launch
Japanese shipping company Sakura Ocean Corporation has ordered the construction of its first three bulk carriers, marking a significant milestone in its fleet expansion strategy less than six months after the company was established.
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International trade
Air Cargo Volumes in Uzbekistan Surge 70% in Early 2026
According to data released by Uzbekistan’s National Statistics Committee, air transport operators handled 24,300 tonnes of cargo between January and March 2026. This represents an increase of 10,400 tonnes compared to the same period...
Business
Turkey Raises Bosphorus and Dardanelles Transit Fees by 15% from July 1
Starting July 1, 2026, Turkey will increase transit fees for vessels passing through the Bosphorus and Dardanelles straits by 15%, bringing the rate to $6.7 per ton. The previous tariff had been set at...
Business
Starmer’s Resignation: What It Could Mean for UK Logistics
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has officially announced his resignation as leader of the Labour Party. He will remain in office until a new party leader is elected, with the transfer of power expected before...
Business
Trans-Afghan Railway Project Estimated at $7 Billion
The Trans-Afghan Railway remains one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in Central and South Asia. Once completed, the railway will create a direct rail connection between Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, providing landlocked Central...
Business
Škoda to Supply Commuter Trains for Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan continues to modernize its rail transport sector and strengthen cooperation with European rolling stock manufacturers. The latest development comes through an agreement signed between Czech company Škoda Transportation and Suburban Passenger Transportation, a...
Business
DHL Expands GoGreen Plus to LTL Transport Across Europe
DHL Express has announced the expansion of its GoGreen Plus sustainability program to the international Less Than Truckload (LTL) road freight segment across Europe. The new solution will enable customers to reduce the carbon...
Business
AI Is Transforming Europe’s Logistics Industry
Europe’s transport and logistics industry is entering a new phase of digital transformation, with artificial intelligence becoming one of the key drivers of operational efficiency. While AI was once viewed as a technology of...