Dachser acquires Finnish Joint Venture
On 15 January, Dachser acquired full ownership of the Finnish joint venture Dachser Finland Oy, strengthening its overland transport network in Northern Europe. Established in 2013 in partnership with Ace Logistics, the company was equally shared between the two partners. With this acquisition, Dachser fully integrates Dachser Finland Oy into its Nordic organisation under the leadership of Peter Hut, Managing Director of Nordic European Logistics.
Ecs Group and CargoAi revolutionise air freight quotations with CargoCoPilot API
Ecs Group has announced a strategic partnership with CargoAi to integrate the CargoCoPilot API into its operations. Powered by generative artificial intelligence, this solution automates rate and quotation requests, reducing manual workload for operational and sales teams across 23 countries. The API converts unstructured customer email data into inputs for the Quantum tool, automatically generating quotes. More than 10,000 monthly quotations are processed with greater accuracy and efficiency, enabling staff to focus on high-value tasks.
Unifeeder triples market share in the Mediterranean
Unifeeder, part of DP World Marine Services, tripled its market share in intra-Mediterranean traffic in 2024, reaching 4.3% and securing a spot among the region's top six operators, according to Alphaliner. The company reported the highest capacity growth among all carriers, with a fleet of 20 container ships totalling 24,000 TEU, matching Cosco Shipping Lines. Over the past 12 months, Unifeeder launched seven new services, adding 10,600 TEU of capacity. This month, the company will expand services in the Black Sea.
Lithium battery transport between China and Turkey
Ten Chinese trucks transported lithium batteries over 7,000 kilometres in three weeks, crossing the Alashankou border (China) to Kazakhstan's Aktau port, then traversing the Caspian Sea to Azerbaijan and reaching Turkey via Georgia. This pilot transport marks the first shipment of lithium batteries from China to Turkey using the Trans-Caspian corridor under the TIR system, significantly reducing delivery times. The route offers faster transit compared to the 30–40 days required by sea, while the TIR system minimises delays, damage, and transfer times, covering the entire journey with a single carnet. Collaboration between China and Kazakhstan is expected to further enhance the corridor, making it a vital option for global trade.
Akno Livraga Business Park expands
The Akno Livraga Business Park has grown from 52,000 to 78,000 sqm, reinforcing its position as a hub for the pharmaceutical sector. Located in Livraga (Lodi), near the Casalpusterlengo exit on the A1 motorway, the new building offers 26,000 sqm of customisable, temperature-controlled logistics space. The facility is LEED-certified, featuring 28 loading bays, 35-metre manoeuvring space, 265 parking spots, photovoltaic systems, and water-saving technologies. An advanced fire protection system further enhances its safety profile, combining innovation and sustainability.
P3 signs logistics hub lease with Deroma in Saulce-sur-Rhône
P3 Logistic Parks has signed a commercial lease agreement with Deroma, the global leader in terracotta containers, effective 1 January 2025. The deal involves 5,435 sqm of warehouse space in Saulce-sur-Rhône, located along France's A7 motorway, strengthening Deroma's presence near its Montélimar headquarters. The property, vacated at the end of 2024, is part of the Camelia portfolio acquired by P3. An additional 20,000 sqm of divisible space is available, along with properties in Saint-Quentin-Fallavier and Saint-Rambert-d'Albon. P3 was advised by BNP Paribas Real Estate.
