ShippingHapag-Lloyd expands Africa presence with three new offices

Hapag-Lloyd expands Africa presence with three new offices

Our Correspondent

2 Oct 2026 7:07 PM IST

Hapag-Lloyd opens offices in Namibia, Rwanda and Burundi from October 1, strengthening its local presence and regional connectivity.

Air CargoDHL moves rescued gorilla to Congo

DHL moves rescued gorilla to Congo

Our Correspondent

1 Oct 2026 2:03 PM IST

A rescued gorilla has been relocated from Nigeria to Congo with specialised aviation and logistics support from DHL Express.

ShippingHMM to launch Mombasa–India shipping service

HMM to launch Mombasa–India shipping service

Our Correspondent

1 Oct 2026 11:03 AM IST

A new weekly service linking Mombasa with Nhava Sheva will strengthen Kenya–India maritime connectivity, with an initial capacity of 2,500 TEUs.

AviationEthiopian Airlines orders 10 Boeing widebody freighters

Ethiopian Airlines orders 10 Boeing widebody freighters

Reji John

1 Oct 2026 12:50 AM IST

Africa’s leading carrier Ethiopian Airlines signs for 10 Boeing freighters, with options on eight more, as Airbus's A350F completes its first flight.

ShippingRwanda receives first oil shipment via Mombasa

Rwanda receives first oil shipment via Mombasa

Our Correspondent

30 Sept 2026 12:30 PM IST

A new framework has enabled the first petroleum shipment to Rwanda through Mombasa, strengthening regional energy supply links.

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AGL handles cargo weighing up to 83 tonnes in Zanzibar

AGL handles cargo weighing up to 83 tonnes in Zanzibar

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Ethiopian Airlines orders 10 Boeing widebody freighters

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