Amazon to close a logistics facility in Great Britain
Amazon has launched a consultation on the closure of its Milton Keynes distribution centre, the first it opened in the United Kingdom in 1998, with an impact on 590 employees. Staff will be offered the option to transfer to the new Northampton site or to other facilities within the logistics network. The Group said the decision is part of a regular review of its infrastructure to adapt it to operational needs and improve the experience of employees and customers. The new Northampton centre, described as a large-scale, next-generation facility, is due to open in May 2026 and will initially employ 1,400 people, with total capacity rising to up to 2,000 jobs. The planned investment for the site amounts to £500 million. Amazon said its priority is to support staff throughout the transition process. A sorting centre is also located in the Milton Keynes area and is not affected by the proposed closure.
Fire at Dsv warehouse in Poznań
A fire has hit a warehouse operating for Dsv in Tarnowo Podgórne, near Poznań in Poland. According to reports from Tvn24, the alarm was raised at around 6.35am on 18 January 2026 and the facility, measuring around 200 by 60 metres for a total of 12,000 square metres, was completely full of goods. Firefighting operations required the intervention of around 50 fire brigades. Sources said the warehouse also contained forklift trucks and propane-butane gas cylinders, which increased the complexity of the operation. Firefighters managed to secure the office building and some lorries parked nearby, but the steel structure of the warehouse lost its load-bearing capacity and partially collapsed inwards. Investigations indicate that the probable cause was a shipment containing batteries for electric scooters from Germany, while the police have ruled out third-party involvement, describing the incident as accidental. No injuries were reported, as the fire occurred on a Sunday morning when the warehouse was empty. Material damage is described as very significant, with some estimates indicating potential losses of up to around 200 million zloty.
New Franco-Chinese container terminal in Egypt
Red Sea Container Terminals has started operations at the port of Sokhna, strengthening Egypt’s container handling capacity and regional trade connectivity. The terminal has been developed by a consortium including Cma Cgm, Cosco Shipping Ports, Hutchison Ports and Cma Terminals and is located at Ain Sokhna, close to the Suez Canal, with the aim of linking Asia, Africa and Europe. The infrastructure features a basin with depths of up to 19 metres, allowing access for all types of container ships. The first phase includes a 1,200-metre quay with an 18-metre draft and an initial capacity of 1.7 million teu per year. The terminal is equipped with remotely controlled quay cranes and automated RTG cranes, with a predominant use of fully electric handling equipment to reduce emissions.
Cma Cgm orders six container ships in India
Cma Cgm has signed a letter of intent with Indian shipbuilder Cochin Shipyard for the construction of six 1,700 teu LNG dual-fuel container ships, marking the first order for gas-powered vessels by a major international shipping line at an Indian yard. The ships will be registered under the Indian flag, in line with the government’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives and with the French Group’s objective of achieving climate neutrality by 2050. The project provides for technical cooperation with Korean shipbuilder Hd Hyundai Heavy Industries, with deliveries scheduled between 2029 and 2031 as part of fleet renewal. The dual-fuel configuration will allow the use of LNG and readiness for future low-emission fuels, reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared with conventional tonnage. At the same time, Cma Cgm is strengthening its presence in India along the maritime value chain. In 2025 it brought four vessels onto the Indian register and aims to recruit a further 500 Indian seafarers by the end of 2026. The company operates 19 weekly services linking India to global markets and holds stakes in the Nhava Sheva Freeport Terminal near Mumbai and in Mundra. Its subsidiary Ceva Logistics manages 105 sites in 31 cities and, following the acquisition of Stellar Vcs in 2023, has reinforced its position in contract logistics.
Agreement for a new container terminal in Djibouti
Egypt’s Holding Company for Maritime and Land Transport and the Djibouti Ports and Free Zones Authority have signed a memorandum of understanding for the development of a new container terminal in Djibouti. The agreement also involves Great Horn Investment Holding and concerns exclusively state-controlled or state-owned entities. The project envisages the construction of the infrastructure within the Doraleh port area, one of the country’s main maritime hubs. According to the proposal, the terminal could be developed progressively with a quay line of up to 1,450 metres. The design draft is indicated at 18 metres, consistent with operations for large container ships. Potential annual capacity is estimated at up to 5 million teu. The initiative aims to strengthen port infrastructure and container handling capabilities and is part of the growing logistical importance of the Horn of Africa.
Walmart expands drone deliveries
Walmart is accelerating the use of drones for home deliveries, with the aim of bringing the service to a much wider audience in 2026. The Group plans to roll out drone deliveries at a further 150 stores by extending its partnership with Wing, an operator controlled by Alphabet. The announcement follows that of June 2025, when Walmart said it would expand the service to 100 stores. Wing estimates that potential coverage will increase from around 2 million customers today to more than 40 million once the plan is completed. Walmart entered the drone delivery sector in 2022 by partnering with DroneUp in selected markets in Texas, Arizona and Florida. In 2023 the retailer operated drone delivery hubs at 36 stores in the United States, run by DroneUp, Flytrex or Zipline, with more than 10,000 deliveries completed. The partnership with Wing began in August 2023, while the collaboration with Zipline also remains active. The service is designed for small, everyday purchases such as fresh fruit, eggs, ice cream and pet food. Wing’s drones can carry up to 2.3 kilograms and typically deliver within 30 minutes, lowering products by cable. Competitors are also investing in the segment: Amazon Prime Air expanded drone deliveries to electronic devices in some US areas in 2025, while DoorDash works with Wing in Virginia and Texas.
