Freight Trends Global (FT Global) on LinkedIn: Port of LA nets record amount for harbor maintenance (2024)

Angola’s New Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport Set for Certification by Year-EndThe Minister of Transport, Ricardo d’Abreu, announced that the New Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (NAILAAN) in Angola will receive its certification by the last quarter of this year, enabling it to handle passenger traffic. This certification is part of a broader initiative to certify five key national airports. Speaking at an Aerodrome Certification Seminar, d’Abreu stated that following the certification of NAILAAN, the government plans to certify five... Read more on the link belowhttps://lnkd.in/gufdfVxh

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Union dismisses Canadian West Coast ports employers complaintA union official has dismissed a BC Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA) complaint against the foremen’s union as just “drama” following the resolution of the main contract negotiations. The International Longshore Warehouse Union (ILWU) in Canada’s western province of British Columbia, ratified a four-year deal in the summer of last year ending a long-running dispute with the BCMEA. Employers then entered into negotiations with the foremen’s union which have run... Read more on the link belowhttps://lnkd.in/gpyBV9zQ

Noatum opens maritime services office in TürkiyePort, maritime and logistics services company Noatum has announced the launch of Noatum Maritime’s Türkiye office, adding to its existing Noatum Logistics – East Europe, Türkiye & CIS office in Istanbul. The company said the expansion was an important step in broadening its reach in key regional markets, and strengthened its maritime agency services in the Mediterranean region. From its locations in Istanbul and Izmir, the office will deliver integrated... Read more on the link belowhttps://lnkd.in/ghGQqx9F

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Baltimore Key Bridge controlled demolitionAfter two days of delays due to poor weather the explosives were detonated blowing apart the section of the bridge resting across the Dali. The operation is being the declared as a success by salvage crews. Lieutenant General Scott Spellman with the US Army Corps of Engineers told NBC: “That’s an importantmilestone for us because it will allow us now over the next 48 hours to assess the Dali and... Read more on the link belowhttps://lnkd.in/gFY_6v2Z

Maersk launches air freight gateway in MiamiA.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) expanded its air freight operations footprint with the April activation of a full-service, in-transit gateway solution in Miami. This new air freight facility underscores Maersk’s commitment to providing seamless and competitive connectivity to major Latin American markets. The Miami gateway will serve as a strategic node in Maersk’s global air freight network. “Our Miami expansion is a vital and strategic addition to our global gateway... Read more on the link belowhttps://lnkd.in/gvR2rE-S

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Swiss WorldCargo unveils new route between Zurich and TorontoSwiss WorldCargo - Air cargo division of SWISS is pleased to announce the launch of a new route between Zurich and Toronto, Canada, as part of the expansion of its long-haul network, with the new destination being served by SWISS and Swiss WorldCargo as of today. The addition of Toronto to its international network will support SWISS airfreight division’s efforts to connect economies, cultures, and societies across Canada and Europe, ensuring an interconnected relationship between these... Read more on the link below https://lnkd.in/ghDV6gDY

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LATAM leads flowers exports from South AmericaThe LATAM Airlines group, through its cargo subsidiaries, concluded a historic season for Mother’s Day by leading the transportation of flowers from South America to the world for this celebration. Over a period of 21 days, more than 24,000 tons of flowers were mobilized from Colombia and Ecuador, marking a 20% increase compared to the same period the previous year. In response to the growing demand for flowers during this special... Read more on the link belowhttps://lnkd.in/g248v5nq

Swiss WorldCargo expands its network to South KoreaSwiss WorldCargo - Air cargo division of SWISS announced the expansion of its international network with the launch of a new route between Zurich and Seoul, South Korea, to be served by SWISS and Swiss WorldCargo, which commenced on 7 May 2024. This new lane will connect Switzerland to one of East Asia’s major freight destination and significant economic hubs, renowned for its robust electronics manufacturing and high-tech industry. Operated via the A340 passenger flights, this... Read more on the link belowhttps://lnkd.in/gzehFhtf

DAKOSY and dbh make German container imports more secureA standardized digital release process for containers imported into German sea ports is being launched under the name “Secure Release Order.” This is intended to gradually replace the previously used PIN code-based process. Initiators DAKOSY and dbh Logistics IT AG expect to launch the introductory phase in the second half of this year. With the comprehensive digitalization of the release process, the two logistics software service providers want make pick-ups in German sea... Read more on the link belowhttps://lnkd.in/gYY4G4-f