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News•Feb 23, 2026
Zim Takeover Raises Questions for Transpac Shippers – and MSC
Hapag‑Lloyd’s pending acquisition of Zim will reshape the Asia‑US east‑coast trade, especially the five vessel‑sharing services currently run with MSC. The carrier can either keep Zim’s premium, time‑sensitive strings separate or fold them into the Gemini alliance, each option raising operational frictions. MSC faces a potential 34% drop in regional connectivity and may need to launch independent routes to protect its market share. The Zim‑MSC VSA expires in February 2027, while the takeover is slated for completion by year‑end 2026.
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News•Feb 19, 2026
Hellmann Appoints DHL GF’s Alexandra Olvera as Chief Commercial Officer
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics announced the appointment of Alexandra Olvera as its chief commercial officer, effective March 1. Based in Osnabrück, Olvera will lead the global sales organization under the Forward2030 strategy, focusing on sales integration and expanding key segments such...
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News•Feb 19, 2026
EXCLUSIVE: Ex-Ceva Baron in Talks with MSC to Lead Forwarding Charge
A former Ceva Logistics executive, often dubbed the "Ceva baron," is reportedly in advanced discussions with Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) to head its freight‑forwarding division. The move comes as MSC seeks to broaden its logistics portfolio and challenge rivals such...
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Deals•Feb 19, 2026
APM Terminals Acquires 37.5% Stake in DP World’s Jeddah Southern Container Terminal
APM Terminals announced the acquisition of a 37.5% minority stake in DP World’s Southern Container Terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port for an undisclosed price, marking its entry into the Saudi Arabian port market. DP World will retain the remaining 62.5%...
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Deals•Feb 19, 2026
Union Pacific to Resubmit $85bn Norfolk Southern Merger Filing
Union Pacific CEO Jim Vena announced the railroad will resubmit its merger filing with Norfolk Southern at the end of April after the Surface Transportation Board rejected the initial application. The $85bn tie‑up would combine the two carriers, creating a...
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