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Milšped Group has become the only logistics company in Serbia to obtain the prestigious IATA CEIV Pharma certificate, confirming the highest level of operational excellence in the air transport of pharmaceutical products. The certificate, awarded by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), represents one of the most significant international standards in pharmaceutical logistics.During the certification process, system validations and qualifications of key operational procedures were conducted, along with risk analyses at every operational step and detailed assessments of suppliers and partners, further strengthening the stability of the pharmaceutical supply chain. Notably, the entire training and certification process was completed in an exceptionally short timeframe, significantly faster than usual industry practice.By obtaining the IATA CEIV Pharma certificate, Milšped reaffirms its long‑term commitment to the highest international standards of quality, safety, and operational excellence in pharmaceutical logistics.

Milšped, in partnership with UNICEF and within the campaign “So Small They Fit in Your Heart,” supported the delivery of two modern neonatal incubators to the University Clinical Center Niš. The new equipment provides stable, controlled conditions for the care of preterm infants and newborns with medical complications, including precise temperature regulation, respiratory support, and continuous monitoring of vital parameters.The donation strengthens neonatal care in southeastern Serbia, where several hundred babies from across the region are treated each year. Through this project, Milšped reaffirms its commitment to the local community and to supporting the most vulnerable patients.

Milšped Group has launched a long-term reforestation initiative in Bojčinska Forest by planting 1,000 pedunculate oak saplings, marking the beginning of a project that will include more than 4,000 trees by 2028. Each tree symbolically represents one employee and their personal contribution to nature conservation and the creation of a healthier environment for the community.By selecting an autochthonous tree species and an ecologically significant location, the company further strengthens its ESG approach and supports the expansion of green areas, improved air quality, and biodiversity preservation. Milšped employees actively participated in the planting process, demonstrating a shared commitment to sustainable practices, responsible business operations, and the long-term protection of the environment, while also strengthening ties with the local community and raising awareness of the importance of reforestation.The activities will continue over the coming planting seasons, in coordination with expert partners and relevant institutions.

Milšped Group is continuing its expansion across key markets with the opening of a second subsidiary in China, located in Ningbo, close to the world’s busiest port, Ningbo-Zhoushan.This strategic position enhances our connection to major trade routes, further strengthening our network and presence in one of the most dynamic logistics regions.Following our successful operations in Shenzhen, where we opened our first office in 2018, the new Ningbo location provides even better access to the market, along with a wider range of services and more flexible solutions for our clients.Our presence in Ningbo allows us to offer all modes of transport—ocean, rail, air, and road—as well as warehousing and packaging services. We will continue to monitor market developments and evaluate further expansion opportunities in the future.

Uzbekistan’s air cargo sector is expanding rapidly, reaching approximately 98,137 tons in 2025 (+12% YoY), with Tashkent International Airport as the primary gateway. While infrastructure growth has strengthened the airport’s capacity, the real advantage lies in how logistics providers are leveraging this momentum.CargoPoint plays a central role in this development as one of the largest contributing cargo agents to Turkish Airlines (TK) in the region. With a strong operational presence across Tashkent, Dubai, Singapore, and Almaty, the company connects key trade corridors through a seamless network.At the core of this strategy is CargoPoint’s Truck + Air solution, designed to bypass congestion at traditional hubs like Dubai and Istanbul. Cargo is consolidated in China, moved by road into Central Asia, and flown via Tashkent (TAS), Almaty (ALA), and Astana (NQZ) to Europe and beyond. This model combines the speed of air freight with the cost efficiency of road transport, offering a reliable middle ground for time-sensitive and high-value shipments.Unlike saturated global hubs, Tashkent and its regional counterparts operate with lower volumes, around 200–250 tons per day, ensuring faster handling, minimal delays, and more predictable transit times. This creates a significant operational advantage for freight forwarders seeking stability in volatile supply chains.Backed by modernized infrastructure, growing airline connectivity, and CargoPoint’s established cross-border capabilities, Central Asia is no longer a transit alternative—it is becoming a strategic logistics corridor. Through its regional footprint and multimodal expertise, CargoPoint is actively shaping this shift, delivering scalable, efficient, and resilient supply chain solutions across the Modern Silk Road.

Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo, the air freight divisions of Lufthansa Group, are embarking on a new strategic cooperation, deepening commercial and operational synergies to enhance customer value. While both organizations will maintain their distinct brands and strengths, they are aligning closely to lead through the ongoing changes in the airfreight industry and global trade.Dec 02, 2025 | Cargo Marketing and CommunicationsOver the next months, Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo will unlock synergies in various commercial and operational fields, creating one face to the customer along with a unified market approach, harmonizing a range of services, shipment flows, and operational procedures as well as utilizing one IT platform, thereby generating added value for the cargo customers and partners of Lufthansa Group.Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo are reputed and respected cargo solution providers, both part of the Lufthansa Group, complementing each other regarding their offering and focus. Swiss WorldCargo is the expert for high-value, care-intensive, time-critical air freight focused on the belly capacity through efficient, personalized and high-quality services across more than 130 destinations worldwide, while Lufthansa Cargo is the efficiency leader with a global capacity offering of both belly and freighter capacity, and a broad network, leading in digitalization and well-known for its innovative solutions. Retaining both individual brands and combining their unique strengths into a more distinct and comprehensive product and service portfolio will benefit customers and partners.“We are building on the complementary strengths of Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo – two brands with distinct identities, shared values, and a continuous commitment to quality and care. By combining our capabilities, expertise, and market presence, we will create new, industry leading synergies and provide greater value to our customers. Together we are shaping the future of specialized and premium air cargo services across our combined network,” says Alain Chisari, Head of Swiss WorldCargo. “Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo are respected brands within the air cargo industry known for the highest quality and reliable transportation solutions. Thanks to a deeper cooperation, customers will have access to one of the broadest networks in the industry along with a wide product portfolio with highest quality combined with many years of expertise. We are very pleased to be able to offer our customers even more tailored solutions for the transport of their freight. By aligning the two organizations even closer, we further strengthen Lufthansa Groups’ purpose of connecting people, cultures and economies in a sustainable way,” explains Ashwin Bhat, CEO of Lufthansa Cargo.About Swiss WorldCargoSwiss International Air Lines (SWISS) is Switzerland’s largest air carrier. With one of Europe’s most advanced and carbon-efficient aircraft fleets, SWISS is a premium airline that provides direct flights from Zurich and Geneva to keep Switzerland connected with Europe and the world. Its Swiss WorldCargo division offers an extensive range of airport-to-airport airfreight services for high-value, time-critical and care-intensive consignments. As The Airline of Switzerland, SWISS embodies its home country’s traditional values and is dedicated to delivering the highest product and service quality. The company has also committed to the ambitious climate goals of halving its 2019 net carbon dioxide emissions by 2030 and making its operations entirely carbon-neutral by 2050, particularly by promoting the use of sustainable aviation fuels. SWISS is part of the Lufthansa Group and is also a member of Star Alliance, the world’s biggest airline network.For questions and comments regarding this press release, please contact us at cargo.communications@swiss.com.ContactAlexandra Dahl-AugustinHead of Cargo Marketing, Communication & ESGSwiss WorldCargoSwiss International Air Lines Ltd.P.O. Box ZRHLX/CMCH-8058 Zurich AirportPhone +41 44 564 42 58Phone +41 44 564 47 54About Lufthansa CargoLufthansa Cargo is one of the world’s leading cargo airlines and part of the Lufthansa Group, Europe’s largest airline group. Through its five cargo hubs in Frankfurt, Munich, Brussels, Vienna and Rome, the airfreight specialist transports an average of 2,500 tons of freight per day. This is based on a strong and reliable airport-to-airport network that covers some 350 destinations in more than 100 countries. Lufthansa Cargo markets the cargo capacities of the passenger aircraft of Lufthansa Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Discover Airlines, ITA Airways and SunExpress, as well as its own freighter fleet of 18 Boeing 777F and four Airbus A321F. In addition, some 300 trucks operate daily under a Lufthansa Cargo flight number. Together with its subsidiaries, Lufthansa Cargo offers customized, fast and efficient logistics solutions along the entire supply chain. In this way, the company fulfills its mission “Enabling Global Business” and connects markets and trading partners worldwide. InnovativeContactNicole MiesHead of Communication & Corporate Social Responsibilitypress@lufthansa-cargo.com

On 21st October 2025 (Tuesday), for the first time in history, a Boeing 777F belonging to Central Airlines, a Chinese cargo airline, landed at Katowice Airport. Consequently, charter cargo flights connecting the Chinese city of Chengdu and Katowice Airport commenced. The route is handled for Chinese shopping platform with a frequency of three to five flights weekly.Katowice Airport is the biggest regional airport in Poland in commercial air cargo traffic. The forecast indicates that the airport will note the best result in its history in 2025 when it comes to cargo traffic by handling approx. forty-five thousand tonnes of freight. The airport has an advanced cargo terminal which covers twelve thousand square metres, and an aircraft apron in front of the terminal which allows to carry out ground handling of a couple of big freighters simultaneously. The Upper Silesian Aviation Group (Górnośląskie Towarzystwo Lotnicze S.A. – GTL S.A.) which manages the airport, has introduced, in cooperation with handling agents and the National Revenue Administration, a fast customs clearance process for shipments (IOOS H7). Thanks to this solution, customs clearance of tens of thousands of shipments from a single all-cargo flight takes only about 6-7 hours, which is an excellent result compared to other European airports. In addition, Katowice Airport is available around-the-clock, without any restrictions, both in terms of operations (aircraft takeoffs and landings) and cargo terminal operations, which is important from the perspective of freight operators. As part of the Katowice Airport infrastructure expansion program for 2024-2032, GTL S.A. plans to build a second cargo terminal which will cover approx. ten thousand square metres. Currently, a construction design of the building is being prepared. It should be put into service in the second half of 2027.“Our partners at Central Airlines made a good decision by choosing Katowice Airport as the place to which they will carry out cargo flights from China. Plans related to launching this route have been ongoing for a couple of months, and its inauguration is a big success. We are open to cooperation with Chinese logistics operators, to whom we can offer advanced infrastructure of Katowice Airport, as well as great location, near the most important motorways in this part of Europe. Our advantage is also the short time required for ground handling and customs clearance, thanks to good cooperation with handling operators and the National Revenue Administration,” said Artur Tomasik, President of the Board of The Upper Silesian Aviation Group.“As an important air carrier between China and Europe, Central Airlines has chosen to launch services to Katowice, further enriching our European network. We are willing to grow together with the airport” said Mr. Wang Yingming CEO Central AirlinesCentral Airlines handled the first cargo operations in 2020. The core of its fleet consists of five wide-body Boeing 777F cargo aircraft. The carrier acts globally, offering its services from China to Europe and North America. In 2025, Central Airlines handles 52 airports in 18 countries.

Klinge at ITCO Village 2026York, PA – Klinge, part of Thermo King®, will exhibit at the 2026 ITCO Tank Container Village, June 24–26 in Shanghai. At the event, Klinge will discuss temperature-controlled solutions for the tank container industry, including systems designed for a wide range from –30°C to +105 °C for ocean transport and storage. The company will also highlight developments in tank container refrigeration and heating technologies, including dual-system and explosion-proof configurations. Klinge’s team will be available to engage with industry professionals on technical requirements, operational challenges, and evolving standards in global tank container logistics. The newest addition to its tank container refrigeration portfolio will be referenced in discussions to provide context on recent technological developments. Visit Hall W3 – Stand 460 to connect with Klinge. 

As an indispensable part of global logistics and international trade, container seals play a crucial role in ensuring cargo integrity, preventing tampering, smuggling and unauthorized access during transit. With the deepening of globalization, the acceleration of smart logistics transformation, and the tightening of global security regulatory requirements, the container seal industry is ushering in a new stage of high-quality development, with broad prospects driven by market demand, technological innovation and policy guidance.The continuous expansion of global trade volume is the fundamental driving force for the steady growth of the container seal market. In recent years, despite the temporary fluctuations in the global supply chain, the long-term trend of international trade integration has not changed. The container seal market was estimated at USD 2.5 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 3.8 billion by 2033, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.5% between 2026 and 2033. The growth of cross-border e-commerce, the deepening of regional economic cooperation such as RCEP, and the expansion of the "Belt and Road" trade channels have further promoted the increase in container shipping volume, thereby driving the continuous rise in demand for container seals. Especially in emerging economies, the acceleration of infrastructure construction in ports, railways and other fields has created huge market space for container seals, as these regions are gradually becoming important nodes in the global supply chain.Stringent global regulatory requirements have further standardized the development of the container seal industry and promoted the upgrading of product quality. Governments and international organizations around the world have issued a series of standards and regulations to regulate the use of container seals. For example, the ISO/PAS 17712 standard defines the technical requirements for high-security container seals, while the EU will fully implement the amendment to the "Customs Code Implementation Rules" from 2025, requiring all containers entering the EU to be equipped with seals with EN 16272:2022 certification marks. In China, the "General Technical Specification for High-Security Container Mechanical Seals" (GB/T43587-2023) was fully implemented in July 2024, which clearly requires high-security seals to have unique codes, shear resistance of not less than 2500 Newtons, and tensile strength of more than 10000 Newtons, and promotes the integration of QR codes or RFID chips. These strict regulatory requirements have forced enterprises to upgrade their product technology and quality, eliminated low-quality and non-compliant products, and created a more standardized market environment for the healthy development of the industry.The concept of green and sustainable development is also gradually penetrating into the container seal industry, becoming a new growth point for market development. With the global emphasis on environmental protection, the demand for eco-friendly container seals is increasing. Traditional plastic seals are difficult to degrade, which may cause environmental pollution. In response to this problem, enterprises have begun to develop and promote seals made of recyclable and degradable materials such as PLA and rPP. At present, the proportion of environmentally friendly materials in container seals has risen to 33%, and this proportion is expected to continue to increase in the future. In addition, the research and development of reusable intelligent seals can not only reduce the waste of resources but also reduce the operating costs of logistics enterprises, which is widely favored by the market.Although the container seal industry has broad development prospects, it also faces some challenges, such as the flood of counterfeit seals, fluctuations in raw material prices, and differences in cross-border compliance standards. However, with the continuous advancement of technology, the improvement of regulatory systems, and the continuous enhancement of enterprise innovation capabilities, these challenges will be gradually solved. In the future, the container seal industry will show a development pattern of intelligence, greenization, standardization and integration. Intelligent seals will become the mainstream of the market, green and environmentally friendly products will be more popular, and the integration of seal technology with smart logistics, customs supervision and other systems will be further deepened.In conclusion, driven by the joint action of global trade growth, technological innovation, regulatory tightening and green development, the container seal industry is in a period of rapid development. It will not only continue to play an important role in ensuring the security of the global supply chain but also usher in broader development space with the continuous upgrading of product functions and the expansion of application scenarios. For enterprises in the industry, seizing the opportunities of technological innovation and policy dividends, and continuously improving product quality and service level will be the key to achieving sustainable development in the fie

SIA SIGIS has been operating in the railway transport sector for more than 30 years. For over 18 of those years, the company has focused on the development of software solutions for the railway and logistics industry, delivering reliable digital tools for transport management.Today, SIA SIGIS solutions supports more than 2,000 companies worldwide. The company’s systems provide accurate and up-to-date information on cargo locations across the rail networks of the CIS countries, the Baltics, Asia, and Europe, ensuring transparency and continuity of logistics operations.One of the company’s key areas of expertise is the development of the ASUP system — a comprehensive software solution for database management (clients, agents, invoices, and reference data), transportation accounting, and the generation of financial and management reports. ASUP helps logistics and transport companies automate workflows and improve operational efficiency.SIA SIGIS actively contributes to the development of international transport cooperation. The company is a member of the КСТП, participates in the ОСЖД as an associated enterprise, and is also a member of the Bureau International des Containers, along with several other international industry associations.