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We are delighted to welcome HAMAG – Harbor And Maritime Services Agency, based in Casablanca, Morocco, as the newest member of Apollo Global Experts! Welcome aboard! We are excited to collaborate and build a strong, productive partnership. 🙌

We are delighted to welcome Millennium Cargo Services Ltd, based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, as the newest member of Apollo Global Experts! Welcome aboard! We are excited to collaborate and build a strong, productive partnership. 🙌

The ONE Innovation is en route to Europe, carrying a record-breaking load of 22,233 TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units). This marks the largest cargo ever transported on a single container ship, according to the shipping line. The massive vessel, classified as a Megamax, is currently traveling along the FE4 route and is scheduled to stop at Felixstowe before heading to Rotterdam.

SAL Heavy Lift, a specialist in heavy lift and project cargo, is boosting its deck carrier capacity by acquiring two semi-submersible vessels, MV Sun Shine and MV Sun Rise, from Korean company Pan Ocean. These vessels are set to join the fleet in Europe between October 2025 and April 2026 and will operate commercially under the JSI Alliance.

When it comes to moving large or valuable items around the world, having the right logistics partner makes a big difference. For companies handling project cargo-such as heavy equipment, building materials, or machinery—the help of a Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) can be essential. But what does NVOCC mean, and why is it so important, especially for complex shipments?  

As reported by Qatar Airways, the airline is significantly increasing its flight frequencies this winter to accommodate the surge in demand during peak season. Notably, London will see a record rise to 10 daily flights, while São Paulo and Tokyo are also set for enhanced service.

Often called the ‘Queen of the Skies’, the 747-400F and 747-8F models were known for their impressive payload capacity and unique nose-loading feature. However, the four-engine design has become less economical due to increasing fuel prices, stricter emissions regulations, and complex maintenance requirements.

In this edition of Apollo in the Spotlight, we’re delighted to introduce Christine Balandreau, Commercial Director at Transcausse in Marseille, France. With a career shaped by curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for learning, Christine shares her journey into logistics, her views on innovation and trust, and the unique balance she brings to her role and her team.

The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has unveiled an ambitious ten-year plan, aiming to invest over €7.4 billion to transform the canal into a key regional hub for logistics and energy. This strategy focuses on enhancing global trade operations, promoting sustainability, and delivering greater economic benefits to Panama.

The landscape of global trade security is constantly evolving, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is the latest nation to introduce a significant update. The implementation of the Maritime Pre-Load Cargo Information (MPCI) program marks a critical shift for anyone involved in shipping to or through the UAE. With a go-live date of July 31, 2025 (grace period until March 31st, 2026), freight forwarders, carriers, and businesses must act now to understand and prepare for these new regulations to avoid costly delays and penalties.

International air cargo volumes at Indian airports grew by 4.5% during the April-July period, a significant slowdown compared to the 19.9% growth recorded in the same period last year, according to data from the Airports Authority of India (AAI).

The Port of Long Beach experienced a robust August, achieving its second-highest cargo volume for the month in its 114-year history. Officials announced on Monday, Sept. 15, that it was also the sixth-busiest month ever recorded at the port. This surge in activity reflects the arrival of goods ordered during a recent pause in tariffs.