Poland plans to create the largest logistics hub in Europe based on the railway terminal in Slawków. This was announced by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, emphasizing that after the end of the war in Ukraine, this hub will become a key center for transshipment of goods from Asia, including China. The government pays special attention to maintaining Polish control over the strategic facility.
From 1 September 2025, Crossrail Benelux will officially become BLS Cargo Nord NV and will operate under the single brand and logo BLS Cargo. This decision reflects the strategy to further consolidate all divisions of the BLS Cargo group under a single brand.
MAN Truck & Bus and the Austrian logistics company Gartner have signed a new framework agreement for the supply of up to 1,200 MAN TGX tractor units with a view to 2028. The cooperation has been going on for more than 50 years, and deliveries under the new contract will start in the summer of 2025 and can reach up to 350 vehicles per year.
Swiss Medlog SA, the logistics division of global container operator MSC, has acquired 50% of Ukrainian intermodal logistics operator N’UNIT and 25% of the Mostyska transit terminal, co-owned by Ukrainian company Lemtrans.
Craiss Generation Logistik Austria GmbH und Co. KG is strengthening its position in the mobility sector by expanding logistics services at its largest site in Ebergassing, Austria. Since its launch in autumn 2024, the company has expanded its cooperation with the leading mobility solutions provider by also taking over the customer’s second business area. The logistics provider has equipped seven warehouses with modern storage technology and is continuing to modernize them, as well as integrating IT systems.
Ukrzaliznytsia plans to restore sea transportation by the ferries “Geroi Plevny” and “Geroi Shipki” as part of the development of the Trans-Caspian route. These vessels will be used to transport container trains between the Caspian region and the Black Sea, connecting the ports of Baku, Poti and Odessa. Thus, the company will become an operator of not only railway but also sea transportation, providing a comprehensive logistics service on the China-Europe route.
Turkish Cargo has integrated its services with the CargoWise logistics platform, giving customers the ability to get real-time rates, check capacity availability, and book shipments. The solution is aimed at global freight forwarders and 3PL operators.
The ports of Antwerp-Bruges and Rotterdam have called on the European Commission to invest more in the competitiveness of European industry. The announcement comes ahead of the publication of the Competitiveness Compass and the Clean Industrial Deal. The ports stress that strategic autonomy, the energy transition and economic prosperity of Europe are at stake.
SYNEX Logistics presents a new, efficient rail route: Xi’an (China) – Middle Corridor – Europe. This route offers a unique opportunity for Ukrainian and European companies to accelerate logistics processes, reduce transit times, and access new markets. The Middle Corridor provides fast and reliable cargo delivery, fostering collaboration with Chinese manufacturers and partners.
Syngenta Crop Protection, a global leader in agricultural innovation, and Maersk, a global logistics integrator, have extended their 4PL partnership for another five years. This move underlines the companies’ commitment to optimizing supply chains and implementing innovative solutions for more responsible business.
