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"We work independently of our Mexican parent organization, but keep the producer-exporter idea"
2024-01-23 00:00
Mexican lime producer Inverafrut established a sales office in the Dutch market over a decade ago. Changing market conditions, including high demand from the United States, have recently made shipping Mexican limes to Europe unprofitable.
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ATL Haulage Contractors enters agreement as Hapag-Lloyd AG acquires its entire share capital
2024-01-23 00:00
Effective immediately, ATL Haulage Contractors Limited, a prominent UK container haulage operator, has entered into an agreement under which German carrier Hapag-Lloyd AG has acquired the entire issued share capital of the company.
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Collaboration between fruit and shipping industry giants brings Chinese New Year gift to consumers
2024-01-22 21:00
On January 20, 2024, a cargo ship full of Chilean cherries in cold storage arrived at Shanghai Pudong International Containers Dock after a journey of over 20,000 miles on the sea, bringing to Chinese consumers cherries, a fruit that represents good luck.
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Neolithics launches automated fruit inspection platform
2024-01-22 17:00
AI agritech company Neolithics has announced the launch of Neolithics Light, an automated, portable produce inspection system.
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Comment: a faint light at the end of a blustery tunnel
2024-01-22 13:00
When writing about logistics problems and their potential resolution, the metaphor that writers usually reach for is the light at the end of the tunnel. But if fruit exporters in the Western Cape do currently see any such thing during these dark days for South African ports – by no means
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Port of Antwerp-Bruges: First phase of Certified Pick up
2024-01-22 11:00
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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Spread increases cut lettuce shelf-life with new Techno Fresh method
2024-01-22 02:00
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.
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Green Line innovates bagged salads with burger salads
2024-01-22 00:00
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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"Our apple season is not going very well due to shipping problems"
2024-01-22 00:00
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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Man crushing potatoes with his feet for a dish
2024-01-22 00:00
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.
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UniCredit supports Conad in its sustainability journey
2024-01-22 00:00
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.
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Seminar: Green Fresh Logistics at Fruit Logistica in Berlin
2024-01-22 00:00
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.
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Collaboration between giants in the fruit and shipping industry brought Chinese New Year gift to consumers
2024-01-22 00:00
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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Consumers confused about tomatoes: Gandini clarifies ideas
2024-01-22 00:00
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;
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"Our experience in other segments should allow for swift expansion into the fresh produce sector"
2024-01-22 00:00
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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2024 might be another challenging year for US trucking industry
2024-01-22 00:00
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 play a leading role in the fruit and vegetable department, but the offer needs to be qualified
2024-01-22 00:00
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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The watermelon aiming to Exceed expectations at Fruit Logistica
2024-01-19 12:00
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.
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