According to the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, this is an important step towards the digitalisation of container handling and transport. The next step will follow soon; in the coming weeks, other users will also gradually switch to CPu. By the end of January, the
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Japanese vertical farm and development group, Spread, has started construction on a new fresh-cut lettuce processing facility Techno Fresh Hadano. Located near Kyoto, the facility will be the first to implement company’s latest shelf-life increasing technology.  read more

The fourth range market continues to offer innovations. At Marca by Bologna FiereLa Linea Verde presented a European preview of an absolute novelty, Le LattughelleDimmidisì, a new range of fresh salads in bags for various uses, starting with burgers. The fruit of a
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The situation surrounding the Red Sea is throwing a real curveball when it comes to the Turkish apple season, says Alper Kerim, owner of Turkish fruit exporter Demir Fresh Fruits: “The Turkish apple season is not going very well due to shipping problems. Freight rates have been increased and
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A video of a man crushing potatoes for samosas with his feet in a hotel in Madhya Pradesh's Panna has gone viral on social media. Meanwhile, after the video went viral, an official from the Food Safety Department visited the hotel to probe the matter. He said the department is collecting samples
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French maritime transport titan, CMA CGM, has announced its acquisition of the UK-based logistics firm, Wincanton. The deal, valued at approximately £569 million, forms part of CMA CGM's strategy to broaden its reach in the UK and Ireland. read more

UniCreditsupports Conad- Consorzio Nazionale Dettaglianti Società Cooperativa - on its path of sustainability by activating a EUR 25 million ceiling for the largest organisation of independent retail entrepreneurs in Italy. read more

On February 8 from 2.30 until 3.15 pm, Dutch Fresh Port, Topcorridors, and Fresh Produce Centre are organizing the Green Fresh Logistics seminar at the Fruit Logistica in Berlin. The seminar promises to unveil new developments in sustainable logistics. read more

On January 20, 2024, a cargo ship full of Chilean cherries in cold storage arrived at Shanghai Pudong International Containers Dock after a sea journey of over 20,000 miles. Cherries symbolise good luck in China and also symbolized a successful maiden voyage for JWM, who are using chartered
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The tomato chain will have a good memory of 2023; in fact, despite the adverse weather and agronomic conditions, the season went very well with steady sales and important quotations; read more

Jakob Van Poucke recently joined Sealogis Freight Forwarding Belgium. After several years at Luik Natie, the experienced logistics specialist has taken on a new challenge at this logistics service provider, focusing on expanding the perishable/agro division. "I had some great years at Luik
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Although 2024 has barely begun, some analysts are already predicting another challenging year for the trucking industry. The freight shortage experienced in 2023 is expected to continue, according to an article by Smart Trucking. This is creating a domino effect, where the effects are felt by
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Apples are one of the most important categories within the fruit and vegetable department, but they must be managed to avoid overcrowding. This is what emerged from the conference dedicated to the apple category promoted by SGMarketing at Marca Fresh, the exhibition format dedicated to innovation
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Fruit Logistica, the leading trade show for the global fresh produce business, continues to push the boundaries and provide a platform for emerging technologies to get off the ground. In Berlin on 7-9 February 2024, the show unveils a significantly expanded content programme that explores
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Hazera and Staay Food Group have confirmed that the Exceed mini watermelon has been nominated for the 2024 Fruit Logistica Innovation Award, with the companies describing it as a “proud moment” in their long-standing partnership. read more

The WorldStar Packaging Award is also known as "The Oscars of Packaging" and is regarded as the most important packaging award in the industry. 435 innovations from 41 countries were submitted for this year's competition. Rondo is therefore delighted that the
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Simone Steinmann, Packaging Coordinator at Obst vom Bodensee, emphasises: "The development of the MagicStar® display for Edeka was an exciting journey through graphics, technology and logistics. Our cooperation has not only led to an innovative display, but also to significant savings.
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Leading Chinese e-commerce platform JD.com has launched its Chinese New Year Grand Promotion to celebrate the Year of the Dragon. read more

The tension in the Red Sea shows no sign of abating, indeed the risks for crossing the Suez Canal seem to be amplified. Attacks by Yemen's Houthis on western ships do not cease and, in the meantime, shipping companies are reshaping navigation flows at the
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The celebration of the seasons and the assortment of flavours and aromas to find the right apple every day of the year, as well as the importance of sustainability and the art of cultivation. These are the values of Marlene® apples that come together in the 2024 Calendar of the Daughter of the Alps. read more