Project logistics are getting a lot more attention
The logistics industry is thriving currently after experiencing a challenging period that lasted for three years. During this time, the supply chain has become more important in companies’ strategies due to the realization of its...Read more
People and service delivery remain key, Luke Mace, GEODIS
People of the industryLeading the project logistics department of a global logistics player GEODIS takes not only a lot of dedication but also sacrifice, in that you spend more time with your colleagues than with your family. And...Read more
GEODIS partners with Volvo Australia on electric trucks
GEODIS has started a pilot program with Volvo for the first Fully Electric (FE) truck within the Australian market, for more sustainable freight forwarding in Australia.Read more
Appointments: fresh faces at Wilson ASA, GEODIS and Aero Africa
After a fairly busy last week, there was a bit of a down time in the appointments department with the likes of Wilson ASA, GEODIS and Aero Africa all bringing new people onboard. Read more
Geodis opens Seville freight forwarding office
Geodis has further expanded its freight forwarding capacity in Spain with a new service hub in Andalusia and Extramadura regions. Geodis’ freight forwarding business has opened the doors of its new office in Seville on...Read more
Virginie Delcroix joins the Executive Committee of GEODIS
Virginie Delcroix has joined supply chain company GEODIS as executive vice president of sustainable development. In this position she will report to CEO Marie-Christine Lombard, illustrating the company’s desire to increase corporate social responsibility (CSR)...Read more
Geodis opens new facility at Brisbane Airport
Transport and logistics provider Geodis is responding to the rise in the logistical needs of its customers with the opening of a new facility at Brisbane Airport, Australia. Located some 22 kilometres from the Port...Read more
Volga-Dnepr flies a100-ton compressor from Zurich to Abu Dhabi
Volga-Dnepr Airlines has recently transported a large custom-built compressor from Zurich, Switzerland to Abu Dhabi, UAE on its Antonov 124-150 aircraft.Read more
Geodis opens an airside cargo station at Paris-Charles de Gaulle
AirfreightPRESS RELEASE – Geodis is opening a new 6,000 sqm site within the cargo area of Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport to provide certified services, especially for customers in the health and luxury goods sectors. The...Read more
Geodis also charters tonnage to alleviate container crunch
ShippingGeodis is the latest freight forwarder to charter tonnage to alleviate the container capacity shortage on the major Asia-Europe trade lane. The first exclusively operated 1,000 TEU vessel is scheduled to arrive in Hamburg on...Read more
Geodis expands its project logistics division
Project logisticsFreight forwarder Geodis is bolstering its project logistics division to also include the company’s Aid & Relief and Marine Logistics business. In addition, the division will also be rebranded from Geodis Industrial Projects to Geodis...Read more
Geodis extends airfreight services between Europe and USA
AirfreightPRESS RELEASE – Geodis has announced the continuation of its scheduled own controlled network service linking Europe and the USA. The current service, providing three full rotations each week, has been confirmed throughout 2021.Read moreGeodis delivers 13 million masks using an Antonov aircraft
Critical logisticsPRESS RELEASE – Geodis has transported 13 million masks from China to the US using an Antonov AN-124, the world’s second-largest aircraft. The shipment of personal protective equipment (PPE) arrived at Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International...Read more
Geodis creates air and rail services for urgent shipments
Freight forwardingPRESS RELEASE – Geodis has established a number of air charter services to assist cargo owners with urgent shipments between China, Europa and the United States during the ongoing Coronavirus crisis. Rail alternatives are also...Read more
Geodis and Arkema test future border system for Brexit
BrexitPRESS RELEASE – Geodis partnered with Arkema to take part in the dry runs organized by French Customs to test the future customs arrangements that will be implemented in the event of a “no-deal” Brexit....Read more