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DSV’s $16.2 Billion Acquisition of Schenker Clears Final Hurdles, Redefining Global Logistics Power Structure

By Eva Richardson | The Logistic NewsApril 16, 2025 In a landmark deal that reshapes the global logistics landscape, Denmark-based DSV has confirmed the completion of its €14.3 billion ($16.2 billion) acquisition of DB Schenker, following final regulatory approvals in the EU and North America. With the last compliance conditions met,...

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From Barcode to Blockchain: How Digital Product Passports Are Reinventing Supply Chain Transparency

By Eva Richardson | The Logistic NewsApril 16, 2025 As global industries face mounting pressure to prove the origin, authenticity, and environmental impact of the goods they produce, Digital Product Passports (DPPs) are emerging as a revolutionary tool in the supply chain’s quest for transparency. Initially piloted in the fashion industry,...

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DSV-Schenker Merger Approved: A $16.2 Billion Move That Reshapes Global Freight Leadership

By Eva Richardson | The Logistic NewsApril 16, 2025 In a transformative move that redefines the global logistics hierarchy, Denmark-based DSV has cleared all regulatory hurdles for its €14.3 billion ($16.2 billion) acquisition of German freight forwarding giant DB Schenker. The merger—among the largest in logistics history—positions DSV as the world’s...

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FedEx Redefines Regional Air Strategy with New ATR Fleet and Extended MD-11 Lifespan

By Eva Richardson | The Logistic NewsApril 15, 2025 In a strategic move reflecting the shifting realities of global freight, FedEx Express has announced a double-edged update to its fleet strategy: the expansion of its ATR 72-600F aircraft for regional operations and the extension of the MD-11 freighter lifespan through 2032. The...

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Tariffs, Tension, and Trade Realignment: Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Reshapes Global Supply Dynamics

By Eva Richardson | The Logistic NewsApril 15, 2025 The global trade order has entered a new phase of uncertainty following the announcement of sweeping tariff hikes by former U.S. President Donald Trump, under a newly branded initiative titled “Liberation Day.” The aggressive policy move—framed as an effort to restore American...

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Inside CMA CGM’s €100M Leap into AI: A New Digital Blueprint for Global Logistics

By Eva Richardson | The Logistic NewsApril 15, 2025 In a bold move signaling the next wave of maritime innovation, CMA CGM has partnered with French AI pioneer Mistral AI to roll out a sweeping artificial intelligence strategy across its global operations. The €100 million investment—announced earlier this week—aims to transform...

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Global Shipping Under Pressure: Why Emissions Compliance Is Now a Core Business Metric

By Eva Richardson | The Logistic NewsApril 15, 2025 Once an afterthought in boardroom conversations, emissions regulation has now become a strategic centerpiece for shipping executives worldwide. In 2025, the maritime industry faces the largest wave of environmental compliance obligations in its modern history—transforming not just fleets, but the very economics...

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Decarbonizing Logistics: How 2025 Is Becoming the Turning Point for Global Green Supply Chains

By Eva Richardson | The Logistic NewsApril 15, 2025 As climate urgency collides with supply chain disruption, 2025 is shaping up to be the year logistics players finally start walking the sustainability talk. Across continents, companies are no longer debating whether to green their operations—they’re racing to figure out how. From carbon-neutral...

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Gabon Steps Forward: Africa Global Logistics Champions Local Hiring to Fuel Regional Supply Chain Growth

By Eva Richardson | The Logistic NewsApril 15, 2025 In a decisive move to anchor its regional operations in local expertise, Africa Global Logistics (AGL) has launched a nationwide recruitment initiative in Gabon, aiming to fortify its multimodal logistics capabilities and scale sustainable growth across Central Africa. The campaign reflects AGL’s long-term...

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