German forwarder takes stake in Latin America’s OnBoard

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October 1, 2025

German owner-managed forwarder Röhlig Logistics has bought a 10% stake in Latin America-based OnBoard Logistics.

The collaboration with OnBoard founder Pablo Martinez (pictured, right, with Röhlig regional chief executive, Michael Gerding) began in 2006, when he represented Röhlig with his former company Procargo as an agent in Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay and Uruguay. In 2014, Martinez founded OnBoard Logistics, which today has over 350 employees in 15 countries.

With the minority stake in OnBoard Logistics, Röhlig will significantly improve its coverage throughout Latin America. While it already has a strong presence in Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile and Uruguay, OnBoard offers the opportunity to gain a foothold in further emerging markets in the region.

It’s not about the boxes…

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Chris Lewis

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October 1, 2025

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Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Cargo has launched an advertising campaign to bring home the importance of air cargo in everyday life.

In its first campaign under Etihad Airways’ new Beyond Borders platform, it celebrates the industry’s role in connecting people, communities and economies across the globe.

With striking visuals and storytelling, it humanises cargo, highlighting how fresh produce, pharmaceuticals, luxury goods or live animals are not just boxes in transit but impact daily life worldwide.

It also reflects Etihad Cargo’s focus on collaboration, with the campaign emphasising the strength of its partnerships in ensuring resilient supply chains and timely solutions that transcend borders.

Chief cargo officer, Stanislas Brun, says: “Every shipment tells a story. It’s never just an address. It represents trust, care and a connection that makes a real difference in people’s lives. Freight is more than the movement of goods – it is a vital force linking families, sustaining businesses, and keeping global supply chains moving.”

Alongside the campaign, Etihad Cargo will be launching its refreshed website etihadcargo.com on 9 October. It offers a cleaner interface and enhanced features, including simplified booking and tracking tools and the ability to monitor claims in real time.

Arvato to serve US server market

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Chris Lewis

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September 30, 2025

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German logistics company Arvato has entered the US data center logistics market with the start of operations in Des Moines, Iowa. It marks the first of several planned sites, with locations in Atlanta, Milwaukee, and Dulles already planned.

In Des Moines, Arvato has launched operations for one of its largest clients, offering services ranging from warehousing and white-glove last-mile delivery to cabling, staging, and high-precision equipment handling. Among the latest innovations is the deployment of liquid-cooled server racks – a high performance solution for thermal management in modern data centers – which has not yet been introduced in Europe.

The US entry is the latest step in the integration of Irish-based ATC earlier this year.

Arvato tech president, Mitat Aydindag, said: “The US is the world’s most important market for data centers and a natural next step for our expansion. With many of the hyperscalers [large Cloud services companies] heavily invested, we are now able to offer our services seamlessly across both sides of the Atlantic – delivering integrated solutions with consistent standards, wherever our clients operate.”

Team members from Arvato hubs in Frankfurt, London, and Dublin contributed to the ramp-up and training efforts in the US ensuring service quality and safety standards are aligned with international benchmarks.

FedEx launches Indianapolis-Dublin flights

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September 30, 2025

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FedEx Corp. has launched a new four-days-a-week 767 freighter flight between Dublin and its Indianapolis hub, the second largest in its network after Memphis.

It says the new route will allow goods from Dublin to bypass congested coastal gateways and arrive at their destination one day faster. It also provides US shippers with a link to Europe’s high-tech, healthcare, and transportation centers.

The Indianapolis hub recently opened a 16,000sq ft cold-chain facility offering three temperature zones ranging from -25°C (- 13°F) to +25°C (77°F), plus a re-icing room.

Chief operating officer Richard Smith, said: “This flight highlights the success of our Tricolor international network redesign strategy in strengthening our capabilities in the global air freight market. By adding this route, US-based customers can reduce delivery times to one of Europe’s key innovation hubs, where industries like healthcare, electronics, and aerospace are experiencing significant growth. Our network, augmented by advanced digital tools, is designed to support customers in these expanding sectors.”

Regional president of FedEx Europe, Wouter Roels, added: “Ireland is a vibrant export market, with around 68% of total goods exported in early 2025 going into the US – with industries like pharmaceuticals and medical equipment leading the way. The addition of a direct flight between Dublin and Indianapolis marks a proud milestone for FedEx, connecting businesses across key industries with US growth markets.”

Cargo-partner expands Mexico team

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September 30, 2025

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Nippon Express Holdings company Cargo-partner has appointed Alejandro Rodriguez Gonzalez as general manager and Laura Gonzalez as head of business development. They will lead the company’s strategy and customer engagement, having been valued members of the forwarder’s team for several years.

Cargo-partner offers a full suite of logistics services in Mexico, including air and sea freight, domestic transportation, and contract logistics. In addition to handling shipments via Mexico City and Felipe Ángeles airports, it can also provide air freight services through Monterrey and Guadalajara through its trusted partner network and, for time-critical shipments, its EMERGENCY air solution.

Since establishing its first office in Puebla in 2021 and expanding to Mexico City in 2022, Cargo-partner has been steadily growing its presence in the country which, thanks to nearshoring, has emerged as a key hub for North America.

Cargo-partner offers its customers in Mexico its SPOT Visibility & Collaboration Platform, which offers full supply chain transparency.

Alejandro Rodriguez Gonzalez said: “Mexico plays an increasingly strategic role in global supply chains, particularly in industries such as automotive, electronics, and consumer goods.”

Laura Gonzalez added: “Our priority is to work closely with customers to understand their individual needs and provide solutions that add real value. Whether through air, sea, or customs services, our goal is to ensure seamless, efficient, and cost-effective logistics support for companies of all sizes.”

SkyTeam Cargo celebrates 25 years in the air

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Chris Lewis

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September 29, 2025

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SkyTeam Cargo celebrated its 25th anniversary on 28 September 2025, marking a quarter century as the world’s only global airline cargo alliance.

It was established in Washington DC in 2000 by four founding airlines: Aeromexico Cargo, Air France Cargo, Delta Cargo and Korean Air Cargo. Today, it connects over 850 destinations across over 150 countries with a fleet of more than 2,500 aircraft and offers Express, General, Specialized and Customized product lines.

SkyTeam Cargo is now focused on digital transformation to create a seamless shipping experience through the development of shared technology.

SkyTeam chief executive, Patrick Roux, said: “We remain proud to be the world’s only airline cargo alliance, now expanded to serve hundreds of destinations. From the beginning, SkyTeam Cargo was built on customer focus and global airline collaboration–like our passenger operations. Those values remain our guiding star as we look ahead and continue to innovate for the future.”

Still no substitute for the 747, says Magma Aviation

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Chris Lewis

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September 26, 2025

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Avia Solutions Group’s Magma Aviation has added a B747F freighter to its fleet in response to growing demand. The operator, headquartered in Dublin and with operating hubs in Dubai and Gatwick says that while new designs of aircraft are available, the B747F still stands out as one of the most formidable aircraft ever introduced in the air cargo industry with its ability to carry over 100 tons per flight. this gives Magma an added advantage to handle a wide variety of sensitive and specialized cargo types.

Qatar app puts customers in control

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Chris Lewis

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September 25, 2025

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Qatar Airways Cargo has revamped its QR Cargo Mobile App to allow customers to carry out a range of processes and get more control of their shipments. It includes cargo booking, real time shipment tracking flight schedules, quotes, notifications, uploads of digital documents such as e-AWBs, notifications and alerts and support services.

IAG offers new-style cold containers

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Chris Lewis

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September 25, 2025

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IAG Cargo is offering SkyCell 1500X containers under its cold chain Constant Climate service for delicate pharmaceuticals. They reduce CO2 emissions thanks to their low weight and offer up to 270 hours of independent runtime, which can be extended in cold rooms or reefer trucks in the face of extreme weather or unexpected delays.

United signs CargoAi deal

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Chris Lewis

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September 24, 2025

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United Cargo has signed a partnership with airfreight digital enabler CargoAi. The carrier’s domestic and international capacity is now accessible on CargoAi’s digital platform, giving freight forwarders access to real-time rates and an eBooking process. The integration covers general cargo express, and perishables without temperature control in markets including the US, (including domestic services), Canada, UK, Ireland, Belgium, Netherlands, France, Switzerland, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Greece, and Italy.