ShippingHapag-Lloyd introduces Shefarer Program to expand women’s roles at sea

Hapag-Lloyd introduces Shefarer Program to expand women’s roles at sea

Our Correspondent

20 May 2026 6:46 PM IST

Women currently make up 5.71% of the company’s crew, with the initiative focused on recruitment, visibility and onboard support.

LogisticsAGL strengthens Africa network with Kigali center

AGL strengthens Africa network with Kigali center

Our Correspondent

20 May 2026 5:41 PM IST

AGL has launched its first multidisciplinary Expertise Center in Kigali, aimed at expanding operational efficiency and supporting the pan-African...

LogisticsDHL Express Lekki facility earns TAPA certification, expands to 53 sites

DHL Express Lekki facility earns TAPA certification, expands to 53 sites

Our Correspondent

19 May 2026 11:00 PM IST

DHL Express SSA has expanded its TAPA-certified network to 53 facilities across 19 countries following the certification of its Lekki site in Nigeria.

LogisticsAD Ports signs deal to acquire Germany-based MBS Logistics

AD Ports signs deal to acquire Germany-based MBS Logistics

Our Correspondent

19 May 2026 10:16 PM IST

MBS Logistics acquisition strengthens AD Ports’ presence in Europe and Asia, supporting wider trade flows and integrated supply chain growth.

ShippingAD Ports launches UAE’s first national shipbuilders consortium

AD Ports launches UAE’s first national shipbuilders consortium

Our Correspondent

19 May 2026 12:40 PM IST

AD Ports Group has formed the UAE’s first shipbuilders consortium to strengthen maritime manufacturing, vessel repair and marine engineering.

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AGL strengthens Africa network with Kigali center

AGL strengthens Africa network with Kigali center

DHL Express Lekki facility earns TAPA certification, expands to 53 sites

DHL Express Lekki facility earns TAPA certification, expands to 53...

AD Ports signs deal to acquire Germany-based MBS Logistics

AD Ports signs deal to acquire Germany-based MBS Logistics

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Saudia Cargo signs MoU to expand Madinah cargo operations

Saudia Cargo signs MoU to expand Madinah cargo operations

Riyadh Cargo strengthens its global cargo reach

Riyadh Cargo strengthens its global cargo reach

Qatar Cargo expands Africa capacity across global network

Qatar Cargo expands Africa capacity across global network

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Astral Aviation launches weekly freighter service to Asmara

Astral Aviation launches weekly freighter service to Asmara

Kenya Airports Authority appoints Moses Wekesa as CEO

Kenya Airports Authority appoints Moses Wekesa as CEO

Cairo gears up for IATA Ground Handling Conference 2026

Cairo gears up for IATA Ground Handling Conference 2026

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Zipline collaborates with Zoetis to deliver veterinary care via drones across Kenya

Zipline collaborates with Zoetis to deliver veterinary care...

Zipline expands funding round to $800M with extra $200M

Zipline expands funding round to $800M with extra $200M

Barq Group, Elroy Air plan $200mn Chaparral cargo aircraft JV

Barq Group, Elroy Air plan $200mn Chaparral cargo aircraft...

Africa CDC, Zipline sign MoU to boost epidemic preparedness in Africa

Africa CDC, Zipline sign MoU to boost epidemic preparedness...

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Kenya and France sign historic 11-point deal to overhaul infrastructure

Kenya and France sign historic 11-point deal to overhaul...

Kenya calls for joint rail plan to boost East Africa trade

Kenya calls for joint rail plan to boost East Africa trade

MV Uhuru vessels move 1,500 tonnes weekly across Lake Victoria

MV Uhuru vessels move 1,500 tonnes weekly across Lake...

Final batch of locomotives arrives in Mozambique

Final batch of locomotives arrives in Mozambique

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z.systems raises $1.65 mn seed round to digitise retail in Morocco

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Egypt, Bulgarian firm discuss plan to manufacture electric vehicles

Egypt, Bulgarian firm discuss plan to manufacture electric...

IOM, DHL launch digital logistics training academy in Ghana

IOM, DHL launch digital logistics training academy in Ghana

UN treaty on negotiable cargo documents aims to simplify global trade

UN treaty on negotiable cargo documents aims to simplify...

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Talabat Egypt opens MENA’s largest distribution centre

Talabat Egypt opens MENA’s largest distribution centre

Lionel Mobi appointed as new CEO to lead Jumia Egypt’s growth

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Jumia is bridging the logistics gap across Northern Nigeria

Jumia is bridging the logistics gap across Northern Nigeria

Ghana launches digital platform to regulate the courier sector

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War-driven disruptions threaten global aid supply chains, warns UNICEF

War-driven disruptions threaten global aid supply chains, warns UNICEF

US invests $10mn to strengthen Madagascar’s health supply chain

US invests $10mn to strengthen Madagascar’s health supply chain

Africa’s cold chain gaps persist despite rising investments

Africa’s cold chain gaps persist despite rising investments

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