Distribution, Transport

Another design award for Toyota’s lithium-ion Traigo_i counterbalanced forklift 

Toyota Material Handling Europe’s next-gen electric counterbalanced forklift, the Toyota Traigo_i, has been awarded the German Design Award 2026 in the category Excellent Product Design – Industry. This marks the second major international design recognition for the Traigo_i, following its Red Dot Design Award win in 2025, solidifying its place among the most innovative and aesthetically refined industrial products. 
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Press Release, Technology

Postrack becomes the first Order NowTM partner in Europe for asset tracking

Postrack, a leading provider of asset tracking solutions, has become Geotab’s first Order Now partner launched in Europe for asset tracking. The company’s comprehensive range of battery-powered, asset tracking devices has been fully integrated with the Geotab® platform and will now be available via Order Now on the Geotab Marketplace®.
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Haulage, International, News, Transport

Increased digital investment required to keep pace with 2026 customs changes

International freight businesses will need to adopt greater levels of digitisation, automation and electronic reporting to comply with incoming UK and EU customs requirements or face severe consequences in terms of added costs, delays and operational risk. This is the view of Sarah-Louise Murray, Customs Manager at leading customs clearance specialist, Derry Bros, who warns some operators will be in for a shock as many processes that work today may be insufficient in 2026 and beyond.
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Press Release, Technology

Trak Global Security Solutions targets stolen vehicle and cargo recovery innovation with Queclink partnership

Trak Global Security Solutions, the stolen vehicle and asset recovery specialist, has expanded its partnership with telematics hardware provider, Queclink Wireless Solutions, as part of its growth strategy in the road transport sector. Under the technology agreement, the company will have full access to Queclink’s range of tracking hardware with the aim of enhancing its capabilities.
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Logistics, Press Release

Smart bolt-seal innovation from Queclink to enhance container security

Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, is boosting container security with the launch of an innovative smart bolt-seal solution, The ISO 17712-compliant device incorporates advanced connectivity and positioning technology for enhanced tamper detection, reporting and tracking, ensuring the integrity of containers transporting high-value cargo.
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  • ‘Unique’ Californian agreement puts ports’ decarbonisation in their own hands November 26, 2025
    The South Coast Air Quality Management District has taken a unique step in a bid to decarbonise California’s two major...      Related StoriesMaersk extends strategic partnership with SCA, considers returnBritannia and Japan Club join rate hike trendSafe Bulkers pushes on with fleet renewal 
    Joshua Minchin
  • Maersk extends strategic partnership with SCA, considers return November 26, 2025
    SCA remains hopeful that more shipping lines will return to the Suez Canal with the end of the Gaza war      Related Stories‘Unique’ Californian agreement puts ports’ decarbonisation in their own handsBritannia and Japan Club join rate hike trendSafe Bulkers pushes on with fleet renewal 
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  • Secondhand boxship market booms as carriers pick up charter tonnage November 26, 2025
    Notable deals include the $120m sale of the 13,300 teu Buenaventura Express, tied to a long-term Hapag-Lloyd charter, while MSC...      Related Stories‘Unique’ Californian agreement puts ports’ decarbonisation in their own handsMaersk extends strategic partnership with SCA, considers returnBritannia and Japan Club join rate hike trend 
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  • The Daily View: Noises off November 26, 2025
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  • P&I cheaper than 30 years ago, insists Gard’s Roppestad November 25, 2025
    Real terms cut made possible by three decades of political stability, says world’s largest marine insurer      Related StoriesLooming officer shortage opens door to new crewing nationsCulture change needed to increase number of women in shipping 
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  • Boxship charter market defies seasonal slowdown November 25, 2025
    As the year enters a period that typically sees declining activity, the containership charter market remains robust      Related StoriesMore LR2s pivot from clean to dirty as aframax rates outperformCoal shipments down as global steel production fallsTanker market is cyclically high. Time to buy pricey new tankers? 
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