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In April 2026, Ukraine’s seaports handled 8.2 million tons of cargo, a 35.8% increase over the figure for the same period last year. This growth in transshipment volumes was recorded despite intensified attacks on the country’s port and logistics infrastructure.

DHL Express has announced the expansion of its international Time Definite International portfolio with the launch of a new service called Heavy Weight Express (HWX), designed for the urgent air delivery of heavy shipments. This solution enables the transport of cargo weighing up to 1,000 kg per piece – and up to 3,000 kg per shipment – with delivery to over 220 countries and territories via the company’s own dedicated air and ground network.

The Lithuanian railway group LTG has summarized its results for 2025, noting an increase in key financial indicators and the active advancement of strategic projects. The company’s revenue reached €517.3 million, up from €499.1 million the previous year; EBITDA rose to €177.2 million, yielding a margin of 34.5%; and net profit amounted to €43.3 million. The volume of state subsidies increased to €118.2 million, a significant portion of which was allocated to infrastructure maintenance and the support of passenger transport services. LTG’s management emphasized that the company is entering a new phase of development focused on enhancing resilience, modernization, and the long-term strategic role of the railway sector for the country.

In Germany, DB Cargo and DHL Freight have increased capacity on their Parcel Intercity service with 12 additional freight trains per week. Since May 2026, new and revised connections have strengthened links between Hamburg, Nuremberg and Kornwestheim, targeting faster transit times and defined schedules for parcel and forwarding traffic.

In Germany, DB Cargo and DHL Freight have increased the capacity of their Parcel Intercity service by adding 12 additional freight trains per week. As of May 2026, new and optimized routes have strengthened transport links between Hamburg, Nuremberg, and Kornwestheim, ensuring shorter delivery times and strict schedule adherence for parcel and freight forwarding shipments.

The German container shipping line Hapag-Lloyd concluded the first quarter of 2026 with an EBITDA of $494 million (€422 million); however, its operating performance was negative: EBIT stood at minus $157 million (minus €134 million), and the net loss amounted to $256 million (€219 million). These results were impacted by declining freight rates, as well as severe operational disruptions caused by extreme weather conditions and the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz.