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A South Carolina regional airport is bringing back a railroad that's been silent since the 1970s, connecting cargo flights directly to major ports. The ambitious revival could transform Florence County into a logistics hub and attract businesses to the growing region.
Egypt just launched The Spine, a $27 billion "cognitive city" powered by artificial intelligence that will create 155,000 jobs and contribute one percent to the nation's GDP. The futuristic development uses AI to manage everything from energy to underground logistics in real time.
Amazon India is putting $300 million toward worker safety, healthcare, and financial security in 2026, expanding programs that already serve hundreds of thousands of employees and their communities. The investment builds on last year's infrastructure push and signals a major shift toward human-centered logistics.
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South Africa's e-commerce market jumped 35% in 2024 to $5.2 billion, and small businesses are driving the growth by mastering one unexpected challenge: reliable delivery. Entrepreneurs who expand beyond their local cities are discovering that logistics isn't just a backend task—it's the invisible infrastructure turning local shops into national success stories.
A logistics company is investing $600 million over 10 years to fix Mexico's critical fuel storage shortage, the second-worst among developed nations. The project will double railway capacity and create jobs across seven states.
Amazon just partnered with Einride to launch 75 electric semi trucks that will cover 3 million miles annually while slashing emissions and unpredictable fuel costs. The move marks a major step in cleaning up the middle-mile freight industry.
Egypt is creating a major logistics center for grain and oil storage that could strengthen food security across multiple countries. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly announced talks with international partners to make the ambitious project a reality.
A frustrated daughter tired of stuffing packages into overweight suitcases built a logistics company now serving four West African countries. Afrisends turned personal pain into a thriving B2B solution connecting businesses to reliable international suppliers.
A new hybrid transmission system for big trucks could slash carbon emissions by nearly three-quarters in delivery routes while keeping costs practical for trucking companies. The breakthrough offers a real-world bridge to cleaner transport without forcing fleets to go fully electric overnight.
A humanoid robot just completed an eight-hour shift alongside human workers at a Siemens factory in Germany, successfully handling 90% of its logistics tasks. The breakthrough trial could help solve labor shortages while showing AI-powered machines can adapt to real production environments.
A breakthrough hybrid transmission system just proved it can slash emissions from heavy trucks by up to 73% while keeping costs practical for logistics companies. The technology offers a real bridge to cleaner freight transport without sacrificing range or flexibility.
While tomatoes rotted on trucks and Lagos packages disappeared for days, five Nigerian tech companies built smarter systems to move goods across the country in record time. They're using real-time tracking and cold storage tech to solve problems the government couldn't fix.
DHL and IAG Cargo just signed a five-year deal to cut aviation emissions by 640,000 tons using sustainable fuel made from used cooking oil. The partnership covers nearly all fuel for DHL Express cargo on British Airways flights through 2030.
A new intermodal terminal in southern Poland will shift thousands of cargo containers from highways to electric rail, cutting emissions while connecting industrial heartlands to Baltic ports. The facility opens the door to cleaner, faster freight across Europe.
A major Indian energy company is bringing cleaner transportation to millions by investing in electric three-wheelers designed for last-mile delivery. The move could transform urban logistics while cutting emissions in India's bustling cities.
A new robotic system is finally automating one of the most dangerous jobs in logistics: loading and unloading heavy parcels from trucks. An Italian company just invested in the Boston startup behind the breakthrough, creating 25 new robotics jobs.
A European shipping giant is replacing hundreds of diesel yard trucks with new electric models after a grueling real-world test proved they could handle the toughest port conditions. The shift marks a major win for zero-emission shipping logistics.
GLS Canada just deployed electric terminal tractors across three major cities, and each truck will eliminate up to 90 tons of carbon emissions yearly. The move marks a major win for clean freight in one of North America's toughest climates.
Thessy Nwaubani joined a Nigerian logistics company as a secretary five years ago. Today, she leads growth and strategy as an executive at Enviable Group.
Egypt is opening applications for a national hackathon that connects aspiring entrepreneurs with industry experts to solve real challenges in transportation and logistics. Winners receive funding, mentorship, and direct access to companies shaping the country's supply chain future.
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