Logistics Update Africa

DHL Group continues earnings growth in the third quarter In Q3 2025, DHL’s eCommerce and Post & Parcel divisions led profit growth, Supply Chain stayed stable, Express remained resilient despite lower volumes, while Global Forwarding & Freight faced the...

In the third quarter of 2025, the logistics company DHL Group achieved earnings growth despite ongoing trade conflicts.

#DHL #logistics #DHLGroup #UnitedStates #DHLExpress #DHLGlobalForwarding #DHLSupplyChain #DHLeCommerce

Maersk EBITDA down by 44% in Q3; revenue stood at at $14,206 mn Maersk now projects full-year underlying EBITDA to be between $9 billion and $9.5 billion

Maersk, the Danish shipping and logistics giant, reported preliminary underlying earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of $2,686 million for the third quarter of 2025.

#Maersk #Q3 #EBITDA #shipping #logistics

Ethiopia promotes European investors with SEZs in Paris The country's SEZs, buttressed by modern logistics and transport infrastructure, offers investors streamlined processes.

EU–Ethiopia Business Conference in Paris, highlighted its Special Economic Zones (SEZs) as a principal platform for facilitating international investment and boosting economic ties with the European Union.

#EuropeanUnion #SpecialEconomicZones #Europen #SEZs #investments #Paris #Ethiopia

Emirates SkyCargo moves 1.25 million tonnes in H1; but yields fall The airline informed that cargo yields decreased by 6% due to softening demand in some market segments amidst tariff concerns.

Emirates SkyCargo transported 1.25 million tonnes of cargo in the first six months of the year, up by 4% compared to the same period last year. However, cargo yields decreased by 6% due to softening demand in some market segments amidst tariff concerns.

#EmiratesSkyCargo #Emirates #Boeing #aircargo

DP World rolls out digital port system to boost Kenya’s trade The new Port Community System in Mombasa aims to speed up cargo clearance and strengthen Africa’s trade efficiency.

DP World has launched its state-of-the-art Port Community System (PCS) in Kenya, marking a key step in modernising the Port of Mombasa and enhancing efficiency across East and Central Africa’s trade corridors.

#DPWorld #PortCommunitySystem #CentralAfrica #Africa #PortofMombasa #Kenya #trade

South Africa seeks feedback on draft Airfreight Strategy The strategy aims to modernise Africa’s air cargo sector with drones, stronger connectivity and inclusive growth.

The National Department of Transport (DOT) of South Africa has reminded stakeholders across the aviation and logistics sectors that the closing date for public comments on the gazetted Airfreight Strategy is fast approaching.

#NationalDepartmentofTransport #airfreight #SouthAfrica #aviation

Comoros launches $137 million AfDB-backed maritime corridor project The project focuses on building resilient infrastructure and boosting agricultural and fisheries value chains.

The government of the Union of the Comoros launched the Maritime Corridor and Regional Trade Facilitation Project on 27 October 2025 in Moroni, with $137 million in financing from the African Development Bank Group.

#Comoros #AfricanDevelopmentBank #maritimecorridor #infrastructure

Nigeria approves first national land transport policy The move marks a major step toward modern, efficient and sustainable transport systems across Africa.

Nigeria has taken a major step toward transforming its transport landscape as the Federal Executive Council approved the country’s first-ever National Land Transport Policy.

#Nigeria #Africa #FederalExecutiveCouncil #NationalLandTransportPolicy #innovation #regionalcompetitiveness

Emirates adds fifth daily Cairo service, expands cargo capacity The additional frequency will provide an estimated 300 tonnes of weekly cargo capacity.

Emirates announced it will add a fifth daily service between Dubai and Cairo starting 1 December 2025, increasing to a daily frequency from 1 February 2026.

#Emirates #Cairo #Dubai #cargo #Boeing #Boeing777 #SkyCargo #Egypt #connectivity #AirCargo

Global air cargo volumes up 4% in October as trade signals weaken Falling Europe–North America demand and lower rates may impact Africa’s exports despite steady global growth.

Global air cargo volumes rose by 4% in October compared to the same month last year, according to Xeneta. The increase was stronger than expected but came alongside warnings of a slowdown in global trade, with Europe–North America volumes falling 6%.

#Xeneta #Globalaircargo #aircargo #Africa

Astral Aviation appoints TAM Group as cargo GSSA for Hong Kong, Macau Astral is currently operating two flights a week from Hong Kong and one from Haikou to Africa with its B767-300 freighter, and with the new partnership, it plans to launch a service from Guangzhou to....

The Nairobi-based airline Astral Aviation announced the signing of a Cargo General Sales and Service Agency (GSSA) Agreement with Hong Kong-headquartered TAM Group for Hong Kong and Macau.

#AstralAviation #TAMGroup #HongKong #Macau #Nairobi #Africa

Freightos unveils WebCargo Rate & Quote Ocean for booking ocean freight rates The platform allows forwarders to centralise all ocean rate management, including carrier rates, direct booking, etc.

Freightos, the global freight booking and payment platform, announced the launch of WebCargo Rate & Quote Ocean.

#digitalplatform #freightos #WebCargo #oceanfreightrates #freightforwarders

Cathay Cargo transports Egypt’s ancient treasures for Hong Kong exhibition Cathay Cargo showcases its expertise in handling delicate shipments with the safe transport of 250 Egyptian artefacts to Hong Kong

Cathay Cargo has successfully transported 250 ancient Egyptian artefacts weighing over 30 tonnes from Shanghai to Hong Kong for the upcoming “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” exhibition at the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM).

#CathayCargo #Egypt #HongKongexhibition

Etihad Cargo and SF Airlines boost Abu Dhabi–China trade connectivity Expanded flights to Shenzhen and Ezhou enhance logistics links and global access for African and Asian markets

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, and SF Airlines, China’s leading air cargo carrier, have expanded their network under a Joint Business Agreement (JBA), adding new flight frequencies to Shenzhen and Ezhou.

#EtihadCargo #SFAirlines #EtihadAirways #AbuDhabi #Shenzhen

CMA CGM registers ten 24,000 TEU LNG vessels under French flag The new vessels will operate under French law and are compatible with biomethane and e-methane.

CMA CGM announced on 4 November 2025 that it will register ten new 24,000 TEU dual-fuel LNG containerships under the French flag, with deliveries starting in 2026.

#CMACGM #LNGvessels #Frenchflag #Frenchlaw #Shipping

FedEx reports $1.6 billion economic impact across MEISA in FY25 The report highlighted FedEx’s efforts to optimise its operations under a unified global network model.

FedEx Corp. released its 2025 Global Economic Impact Report on November 4, 2025, announcing that the company generated $1.6 billion in direct and indirect economic activity across the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent, and Africa (MEISA) during fiscal year 2025.

#FedEx #Africa #MEISA

Steven Polmans joins Swissport as Global SVP Cargo In his new role, he will drive Swissport’s cargo strategy, boost commercial growth, and strengthen its air cargo position.

Swissport, a global aviation services company, has appointed Steven Polmans as Global Senior Vice President Cargo, reporting directly to the Global Cargo Chair.

#Swissport #GlobalSVPCargo #Aircargo #globalaircargo #GlobalCargoChair #aircargovaluechain

Etihad Cargo expands freighter network across key markets for winter 2025 The carrier strengthens Africa–Middle East–Europe trade links with new routes and added cargo capacity.

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has announced an expansion of its freighter network for the Winter 2025 schedule, a move set to enhance trade connectivity across major global markets, including Africa.

#EtihadCargo #EtihadAirways #Africa #Europe #MiddleEast

DP World invests $217m in automation at London Gateway Port The BOXBAY Empty Superstack will boost port efficiency and sustainability, strengthening UK–Africa trade links.

DP World has announced a $217 million investment in cutting-edge container handling technology at its London Gateway logistics hub, marking a major leap in the digitalisation and automation of port operations.

#DPWorld #London #logisticshub #supplychain #logistics #Africa #UnitedKingdom #Europe

Royal Air Maroc Cargo marks 35 years of operations at Brussels Airport The airline expands its digital network with cargo.one and CargoAi to boost real-time visibility and booking efficiency.

Royal Air Maroc Cargo has marked 35 years of service at , reaffirming its role as a key link between Africa and Europe.

#RoyalAirMarocCargo #Africa #Europe #BrusselsAirport #Belgianhub #Africantrade #logistics

DP World boosts Somaliland’s education with new science lab DP World’s new lab at Sheikh University enhances research in engineering, environment, and technology fields.

DP World Berbera has inaugurated a new science laboratory at Sheikh University of Science and Technology in Somaliland, marking a significant step towards advancing education and sustainable development in the region.

#DPWorld #SheikhUniversity #Somaliland #sciencelab #technology #engineering

Chapman Freeborn strengthens humanitarian partnerships at GHAC The event served Chapman Freeborn's position as a go-to partner for global humanitarian response and aid air chartering.

Air charter specialist Chapman Freeborn announced on October 27 that it has strengthened key partnerships with NGOs and carriers after meeting with them face-to-face at the Global Humanitarian Aviation Conference (GHAC) in Istanbul.

#ChapmanFreeborn #GHAC #Istanbul #Aircharter

CMA CGM launches new Sfax route to Morocco and Spain for date exports The service offers two monthly departures, boosting Tunisia’s date exports and trade links with Morocco and Spain.

CMA CGM has introduced a new maritime service linking Sfax, Tunisia with Morocco and Spain, set to commence with the 2025–2026 date export season.

#CMACGM #Sfax #Morocco #Spain #shipping #dateexports #Tunisiandates

Kuehne+Nagel rolls out cost-cutting measures amid market pressures The logistics giant targets $ 222M in savings to boost efficiency and protect margins in challenging markets.

Kuehne+Nagel has initiated a comprehensive cost-reduction programme aimed at achieving annual savings of at least CHF 200 million (approximately $222 million) to address ongoing market challenges, including overcapacity and margin pressures.

#KuehneNagel #automation #logistics

Menzies partners with TAAG and SGA to expand Angola's aviation This new partnership strengthens the delivery of world-class ground handling, cargo, and airport services nationwide.

Menzies Aviation, a leading service partner to airports and airlines worldwide, has signed a strategic agreement with TAAG Angola Airlines and Sociedade Gestora de Aeroportos (SGA) to establish Menzies Aviation Angola, Lda

#MenziesAviation #TAAGAngolaAirlines #SociedadeGestoradeAeroportos #Aircargo

Ghana to extend Tema Port railway to Dawa Industrial Enclave President Mahama orders railway extension to boost cargo movement and worker transport from Ashaiman to Dawa.

Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Ministry of Transport to extend the railway line from Tema Port to the Dawa Industrial Enclave in Greater Accra, aiming to improve cargo and worker transportation.

#Ghana #TemaPort #DawaIndustrialEnclave #MinistryofTransport #railway

Chapman Freeborn taps Saska Gerasimova as new Group Chief Executive She joins Chapman Freeborn from a position as Senior Supply Chain Manager with Amazon Air Europe, having also worked as Fleet Director and Leasing Manager at Smartwings Group.

The air charter specialist Chapman Freeborn has announced the appointment of Saska Gerasimova as the new Group CEO.

#ChapmanFreeborn #ChapmanFreebornHoldings #aircharter #SupplyChain #AirCargo

S J Logistics launches maiden vessel charter connecting Africa, Gulf and India New Suez Express Service enhances Africa-Gulf-India trade with faster, reliable containerised cargo movement.

S J Logistics (India) has signed its first voyage charter fixture note for the Suez Express Service as it expands into direct vessel operations.

#SJLogistics #SJLogisticsIndia

DHL Global Forwarding unveils logistics hub in Ras Bufontas free zone The facility is specialise in air freight consolidation services supports both regional and global distribution networks.

The Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) and DHL Global Forwarding, the global freight forwarding division of the DHL Group, have officially inaugurated a new, advanced logistics facility at the Ras Bufontas free zone.

#DHLGlobalForwarding #QatarFreeZonesAuthority #DHL #DHLGroup #logistics

Freighter operated for Emirates crashes off Hong Kong runway; two dead According to the official statement, all four crew members on board were rescued and hospitalised, while two ground staff in a handling vehicle fell into the sea and were later confirmed dead.

A Boeing 747-400(BDSF) freighter operated by Istanbul-based AirACT for Emirates with flight number EK9788 crashed into the sea early Monday morning (October 20) after veering off the North Runway at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA).

#AirACT #Boeing #Emirates #NorthRunway