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In this edition of Apollo in the Spotlight, we speak with John Bishop, Managing Director of ACC Shipping, with offices in Kent & London, UK. With a leadership-driven path into logistics, John offers a thoughtful perspective on guiding a long-established freight forwarding business through modernization, while preserving the relationships and trust that define the industry. From the evolving role of AI to the realities of global supply chain volatility, he shares insights shaped by experience, adaptability, and a clear vision for the future.

Modern piracy looks very different from the movies. Today, criminals on the open water rarely want to sink a ship. Instead, they aim to kidnap crews for ransom or steal high-value cargo. While massive container ships and PCTC-vessels (pure car and truck carriers) act as towering sailing fortresses that pirates almost never attack, other ships face severe daily risks. Breakbulk vessels sit right at the top of that target list.

In a market challenged by severe port congestion, vessel space limitations, operational disruptions, and continuous cost escalations, this project stood as a highly demanding movement that many carriers were unable to execute for over four months.

In this edition of Apollo in the Spotlight, we sit down with Selcuk Cetin of Cubelog GmbH, based in Frankfurt, Germany, to explore his journey in the logistics industry. From growing up surrounded by transport and air freight to leading his own company, Selcuk shares insights on navigating complexity, building trusted global partnerships, and why adaptability is more important than ever. His perspective offers a grounded look at how modern logistics is evolving—and what it takes to stay ahead.

Livo Logistics, based in the Czech Republic, recently completed the multimodal transport of two 127-ton transformers from Plzen to the Port of Hamburg. The project once again showed the company’s ability to manage complex heavy-lift cargo with precision and care.

In this edition of Apollo in the Spotlight, we speak with Carlos Florez, a seasoned logistics leader and driving force behind SC Cargo SA in Cartagena, Colombia. With decades of hands-on experience across the supply chain, Carlos shares his perspective on innovation, talent development, and the evolving role of technology in logistics. His journey offers valuable insights for Apollo members navigating an increasingly complex and fast-moving global trade environment.

In this edition, we’re thrilled to feature Jaime Pastor, Managing Director of Incargo SL in Spain. Jaime’s journey in maritime logistics began at a young age, with deep family roots in ship ownership. From those early days, he has built an international operation that now spans multiple countries.

Every year, our annual conference brings together freight forwarding professionals from around the world. It is four days of focused meetings, honest conversations, and real business opportunities. This year, we are going to Barcelona — and we want you there.

If you have never attended before, or if you are thinking about coming back, this article explains exactly what to expect and why this edition is one you should not miss.

In this edition of Apollo in the Spotlight, we feature James Cross of DC Global Freight Management, based in Manchester, United Kingdom. What began as an unexpected entry into the logistics world has grown into a career shaped by hands-on experience, resilience, and a strong focus on practical solutions.

Apollo in the Spotlight takes us to Warsaw, Poland, where we meet Marcin Raczkiewicz of RGW Express—a logistics professional whose career spans more than three decades. 

Racing Cargo expertly transported a 50-ton, 19-meter furnace from Spain to Mexico, ensuring safe handling, customs clearance, and on-time delivery.

EU schaft €150 vrijstelling af voor e-commerce. Vanaf 2026 gelden invoerrechten op alle zendingen, wat zorgt voor eerlijke concurrentie en nieuwe regels.