Korean Air Cargo continues to rely on the proven cargo handling quality of Vienna Airport. A four-year extension of the existing handling contract between the airport and the Korean airline has been signed and will now run until the end of 2028. Thus, Vienna Airport is continuing its successful partnership with Korean Air Cargo, which has been in place since the airline's first flight to Vienna in 2004.

Wilhelmshaven, January 24, 2025 - As part of a festive opening ceremony at JadeWeserPort, representatives from politics and business welcomed the first container ship of the new China-Europe-Express (CEX) in Wilhelmshaven today.  A new direct connection between the ports of Ningbo and Wilhelmshaven was launched with the arrival of the “KAWA NINGBO”, a container ship operated by the Chinese shipping company KAWA Shipping.

Ahead of World Customs Day 2025, the shipping, logistics, and trade industry has issued a joint statement calling for customs reform that keeps pace with the growing complexity of global trade.

UNESCO and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) officially launch the International Year of Glaciers' Preservation, marking a crucial milestone in global efforts to protect the vital ice that provides freshwater to over 2 billion people. This global and coordinated initiative throughout the year will seek to highlight about the critical role of glaciers and address the urgent challenges posed by accelerated glacier melt.

Before Joe Biden's presidency ended, the U.S. Department of Commerce added Poland to the list of countries facing restrictions on the import of advanced chips used for developing artificial intelligence (AI). These restrictions aim to maintain the U.S.'s technological advantage over its competitors, particularly China. Poland's inclusion on this list is surprising, as it is not categorized among the key U.S. allies and partners among nearly 120 countries subject to export limits.

New Marquee Ports and Over-Tourism in the spotlight at Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum

The 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum (PSTF) will be held on May 6-7, 2025, in Heraklion, Crete, one of Greece's most renowned tourism and cruise destinations.

Washington/London/Brussels/Singapore, Friday 17 January 2025 - The shipping industry is taking proactive steps to implement improved safety measures for transporting charcoal, ahead of mandatory IMO regulations in 2026.

The maritime industry is undergoing a digital transformation, and one of the key innovations making waves is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into safety management systems.

Ritchie Bros. is hosting a unique online auction event on February 4, 2025, featuring a wide selection of high-quality equipment located in Finland and Sweden. This event marks an amazing opportunity for buyers to purchase high-quality equipment from the Nordic countries.

Vianode, an advanced battery materials company, has been selected as a strategic supplier of high-performance anode graphite solutions to General Motors (NYSE: GM). The agreement covers development of large-scale manufacturing capacity and supply of synthetic anode graphite towards 2033.

From January 2025, selected Torqeedo outboards will be available for the first time in eight European countries through the Yamaha dealer network.
The range includes the Torqeedo Travel Family and the more powerful Cruise models.
The merger of the dealer networks marks another milestone in the integration process and strengthens Torqeedo's sales structures.

WCAworld today announces management changes to its WCA Dangerous Goods and WCA Projects networks as well as its affiliate network Lognet Global, that will take effect in January 2025, marking a new chapter in the leadership of its global networks. As Bruce Cutillo and Brian Churchman announce their retirements, these transitions serve as a moment to honour the exceptional contributions of the retiring leaders whilst welcoming a new generation of visionaries committed to advancing WCAworld’s position as the leading network for freight forwarders.

The Polish presidency of the European Union began on January 1. The main focus during this presidency will be security in its broadest sense. Given the unstable political and military situation on the EU's borders, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and the situation in the Middle East, these priorities are justified. The government's proposals are quite comprehensive and include military security, which encompasses support for the European defense industry, the construction of military infrastructure on the EU's eastern borders, as well as energy security and protection against disinformation and cyberattacks. Additionally, there are proposals related to freedom of economic activity, combating unfair competition in global markets, and ensuring food and drug security.

Jacob Kooter Laading has been appointed as Vice-President, Chief Risk Officer, and Head of Risk & Compliance of the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB). He will join the Bank’s Executive Committee at the headquarters in Helsinki on 1 April 2025. Jacob Kooter Laading, a Norwegian national, brings extensive experience in risk management and quantitative analysis.

As part of its strategy to penetrate new and emergent markets, Thordon Bearings has appointed Axioma servisas as its sales, service and distribution lead for Lithuania.