Manhattan Associates Inc., a global leader in supply chain commerce, has announced an expanded go-to-market (GTM) partnership with Google Cloud. All Manhattan Active® solutions are available on Google Cloud Marketplace, enabling customers to accelerate their digital transformation success. This expanded alliance will enable customers to easily procure, deploy and manage Manhattan’s award-winning, cloud-native supply chain execution, planning, and omnichannel commerce solutions.

“We’re excited to deepen our partnership with Google to bring our solutions to a larger user base through Google Cloud Marketplace, enabling greater agility, visibility, and resilience to supply chain commerce. In today’s dynamic market, cloud-driven flexibility isn’t just an advantage—it’s essential for business success,” said Eric Clark, President & CEO, Manhattan Associates. “Manhattan’s deep expertise in supply chain technology coupled with Google’s powerful, scalable infrastructure is perfectly placed to deliver AI-driven solutions.”

Key benefits of this expanded partnership include:

1. Speed to Value – Customers will be able to simplify billing, streamline procurement, and leverage Manhattan spend towards existing Cloud purchase commitments.
2. Accelerated Digital Transformation – Manhattan Active solutions are natively integrated into Google Cloud, driving agility in supply chain and omnichannel commerce operations. They are optimised to run with fast deployment and high performance, reliability and security.
3. AI Innovation at Scale – Customers will have access to advanced AI-driven insights, automation, productivity, and experience improvements, leveraging the latest AI technologies across their supply chain commerce operations.

“Bringing Manhattan Active to Google Cloud Marketplace will help customers quickly deploy, manage, and grow their supply chain commerce solutions on a trusted, global infrastructure,” said Michael Clark, President, North America, Google Cloud. “Manhattan Associates can now securely scale and support customers on their digital transformation journeys.”

Manhattan has partnered with Google Cloud for many years to transform supply chain capabilities for businesses worldwide. Manhattan Active Platform utilises an extensive array of services, including Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Google Cloud SQL, Google PubSub, Google Interconnect and Google Big Query. Our joint customers can enjoy the benefits of low latency connectivity with Google services and a secure data interchange.

Additionally, the newly announced Manhattan Agent FoundryTM is engineered using Google Agentspace technology and the Vertex AI platform. Our customers will have the benefits of Manhattan AI Agents being available in their own Google Agentspace allowing a seamless agentic execution across their enterprise applications.

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DP World has unveiled a fully integrated logistics and market-entry solution aimed at addressing the long-standing challenges for automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) seeking growth in the sub-Saharan Africa region.

Sub-Saharan Africa is projected to be among the fastest-growing automotive markets globally, with vehicle demand expected to increase by 28.5% by 2030, driven by rising incomes, urbanisation and surging intra-African trade. Yet despite this potential, Africa accounts for only about 1% of global vehicle sales, whilst being home to approximately 18% of the world’s population. For global OEMs, a lack of dependable logistics infrastructure, complex regulatory requirements and unreliable parts distribution have hindered efforts to expand in the region.

DP World’s new turnkey solution is the company’s first automotive hybrid model in the region, blending contract logistics and tailored market-entry and expansion services on a unified platform. The offering includes nationwide distribution to most dealerships within 24 to 48 hours, a digital dealer portal offering SKU (Stock Keeping Unit)-level inventory visibility, real-time tracking, automated ordering and integrated payments.

The solution was successfully piloted with Foton Motor, a leading Chinese commercial vehicle manufacturer. By leveraging DP World’s end-to-end support platform, Foton rapidly established aftermarket operations in South Africa for their heavy commercial vehicles, including warehousing, nationwide distribution, regulatory compliance and digital dealer enablement. The rapid entry positioned Foton South Africa a first mover with integrated service networks, creating an early advantage to build customer trust and engagement.

David D’Annunzio, Global Vice President & Vertical Lead, Automotive at DP World, emphasised the strategic impact of this solution: “The demand for vehicles is booming in Africa, but the difficulty is ensuring vehicles and parts can reach where they are needed, when needed. Our turnkey solution will change the game for OEMs, removing the traditional friction points and allowing them to scale their operations. This is the new blueprint for OEM expansion in Africa.”

Mr Fu Jun, President of Foton International at Foton Motor Group commented: “Growing our presence in South Africa is a priority for Foton, and our work with DP World has played an important role in making that possible. Their support with unlocking market and contract logistics services has helped make our aftermarket operations efficient and straightforward, allowing us to concentrate on serving our customers and building our business”.

The new hybrid model also allows OEMs to build first-mover advantage in a region where after-market parts are often dominated by informal players and grey imports. By offering a reliable service network, OEMs like Foton can establish trust, secure long-term customer loyalty and reduce the risk of counterfeit parts, with a single point of contact and accountability within the market.

Mark Rylance, Chief Operating Officer for Logistics at DP World Sub-Saharan Africa, said: “The automotive industry’s outlook for Africa is changing fast. The question is no longer whether to enter the market, but how to do it effectively. With extensive infrastructure across the region, and deep expertise in complex logistics and market solutions, DP World is ideally placed to support international automakers looking to enter or expand into one of the world’s fastest-growing automotive markets.”

DP World expects to create more innovative solutions to support additional OEMs entering markets across Sub-Saharan Africa over the coming years, as it scales its offering to meet growing demand for commercial and passenger vehicles in the region.

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Conventionally, one-way leasing has been seen as a niche industry in global container shipping. This is all about to change. With the global supply chain of old in a state of disruption, now is the time to define what is ‘next’ in global shipping, one container-specialist argues. And what is next, is one-way leasing.

The global supply chain of old seems to be in an upheaval, and a growing stack of empty containers that cannot make their way home from American ports are likely contributing to an expanding global mismatch in supply and demand – adding to a possible crisis, which – some say – is hiding in plain sight.

One-way may be the best way forward

For these reasons, the ever-changing world of global logistics is facing many new demands that an often-conservative container-shipping industry must adapt to keep up – including: the use of technology, fleet availability and flexibility as well as solutions that benefit the triple-bottom-line. This might explain why OVL Container’s CEO Osmo Lahtinen (pictured) has seen a recent uptick in interest in one-way leasing. Lahtinen is not surprised though – and he argues that one-way leasing may just be the best way forward, with the developments happening in the global supply chain.

He adds: “The one-way container leasing industry is highly equipped to handle the new requirements from the market and the supply chain – not least in terms of, say, fleet accessibility, the utilization of AI and the continued green transition. However, this requires breaking away from being considered a niche solution. This means that we, as specialists, must subvert expectations and misconceptions about the service. Not least among those, who still think it is primarily a tailor-made solution at a high-end price.”

‘Next practice’ must become best practice

Lahtinen and his company, OVL Container, are part of a highly specialized generation of emerging one-way leasing companies, including One Way Lease and Titan Containers, are spearheading a change within container shipping, where the ‘same-old, same-old’ no longer will suffice.

Right now, uncertainty is stalling the industry’s momentum, according to Maritime Analytica, and that uncertainty is driven by high freight costs, digitalization and sustainability investments. More of the same will not fix it, says Lahtinen. And this means that ‘next practice’ must become best practice, now.

“While we try to embody one-way leasing done right today, we are now more than anything determined to help embody what will be ‘next practice’ in container shipping, as a whole. This means embracing digital technology such as AI, while investing in an accessible depot network as well as a reliable fleet of green containers. And all this, without slapping on a premium price tag. Because – and let us be honest – price is still king with increasing port fees, inflation, and geopolitical risks”, Lahtinen adds.

Key Facts and Figures:
• Osmo Lahtinen founded the one-way container leasing specialists, OVL Container, in 2007.
• The WTO said global trade growth would have been +3%, but uncertainty alone has wiped out 1.5%.
• The Container xChange indicates that one-way container leasing is likely under 5% of the total market.

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Many travelers ask themselves, “Can I carry drugs and medicines on a plane without any problems?”
The answer is yes, in most cases. However, there are precautions to know to avoid inconvenience or problems, especially when flying to certain countries or carrying particular substances.

Here’s everything you need to know about traveling by private plane with medicines and drugs, safely.

• Can I transport drugs and medicines on a private jet?

Yes, you can carry personal medications aboard a private jet, both over-the-counter and prescription.
Airport controls on private flights are much more flexible than on scheduled flights, but that doesn’t mean there are no rules.

Each country has its own customs and health regulations, and some substances in the medicines you use regularly may be restricted.

Drugs – over-the-counter and prescription medicines: what can you bring on a plane?

Let’s look at the most common cases:

– Over-the-counter medications (e.g. , acetaminophen, ibuprofen, antihistamines)

– Prescription drugs (e.g. , insulin, anxiolytics, corticosteroids)

• Always bring the doctor’s prescription or statement, preferably in English.

• Keep medicines in the original packaging with legible labeling.

• If you have liquid medications, you don’t have volume limits as in scheduled flights-another advantage of the private jet.

– Syringes, needles, insulin pens

• They are generally allowed.

• It is advisable to inform PrivateJetfinder before your flight to avoid problems during security checks.

Watch out for the destination: some drugs are banned, (even in Europe)

One of the biggest risks is not the flight itself, but the arrival at the destination. Some countries have very strict drug regulations, even for those commonly used in Europe.

Let’s look at some examples, both outside and inside Europe:

• Dubai (UAE): psychotropic drugs, sedatives and some painkillers are banned or require government permission.

• Singapore: Even sleeping pills and over-the-counter medicines can be considered illegal if undeclared.

• Tokyo: Drugs containing pseudoephedrine, such as some nasal sprays or decongestants, are prohibited.

Even in Europe, watch out for cities that belong to countries with more restrictive health regulations:

• Athens (Greece).: Codeine-containing drugs are considered controlled substances; prescription travel is required.

• Oslo (Norway): 30-day limit for prescription drugs, declaration requirement for anxiolytics or sleeping pills.

• Zurich (Switzerland).: Some drugs with morphine or benzodiazepines require authorization or risk seizure.

• Helsinki (Finland): Drugs commonly prescribed in other EU countries may need prior customs declaration.

What to do to transport drugs and medicines on board the plane?

Before boarding the private jet with drugs and medicines, the best thing to do is:

• Consult the customs regulations of the destination country;

• Apply for any permissions;

• Bring a physician’s statement in English, preferably signed and stamped;

• Turn to PrivateJetFinder for tailored assistance.

Refrigeration drugs: how to do during private plane flight?

If you have to bring drugs that need refrigeration (such as insulin, injectable antibiotics, vaccines), there are two options:

• Rent a jet with an on-board refrigerator: many models offer this, but it must be requested when booking.

• Bring a personal cooler: it is a safe and practical choice. Check to see if it is allowed on board (it usually is).

Customs and quantity: when to declare possession of drugs and medicines

If you carry a large amount of medication aboard the private jet (for long stays or continuous personal use), you may have to declare it to customs.

Advice:

• Always bring complete medical records.

• Avoid traveling with loose or out-of-package medications.

• If in doubt, ask your broker for support: PrivateJetFinder can help you communicate with airport authorities in advance.

Conclusion: safe travel by private jet with your own medication

Flying on a private jet is synonymous with freedom and comfort. Even those who take medications and drugs regularly can face the journey with peace of mind, as long as they take some precautions.

Summary of useful tips:

• Always carry a prescription if needed.

• Check the laws of the destination country.

• Request any extra services on board, such as refrigerator.

• If in doubt, ask your broker for support before your flight.

Do you need personalized assistance?

PrivateJetFinder is by your side to offer you a tailor-made private flight, even if you have special medical needs.
Contact us to arrange your trip with complete peace of mind.

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Girteka has signed a major deal with Volvo Trucks to purchase 2,000 brand-new heavy-duty vehicles, marking Europe’s largest single truck order this year.

The purchase is part of the company’s ambition to keep its fleet modern, efficient, and ready to meet customer needs. The 2,000 trucks, delivered throughout 2025, will help Girteka renew its fleet – making it more reliable, flexible, and better equipped to serve future growing expectations. With newer trucks and better tools, Girteka is in a stronger position to meet time-critical needs – especially in sensitive cargo transport like temperature-controlled goods.

“Every delivery matters to our customers and us. It means every truck needs to perform. This renewal gives us the efficiency and reliability we need to keep our promises today and tomorrow, staying ahead in the market,” says Edvardas Liachovičius, CEO of Girteka Group.

In Q1 2025, new EU truck registrations dropped, with heavy trucks down 16.6%. Germany, France, Spain, and Italy all reported double-digit declines. This investment reflects Girteka’s continued focus on providing customers with stable, flexible road transports – backed by a reliable and modern fleet. The deal will come in a bundle of financing by Volvo Financial Services and with Volvo Blue service contracts tailored to keep trucks in peak condition for daily transport operations.

Improving safety, efficiency and drivers’ comfort

For professional drivers, the truck isn’t just a vehicle – it’s a workplace. That’s why the new Volvo FH and FH Aero models, purchased by Girteka, are designed with both performance and everyday comfort in mind.

These trucks include practical features like electric parking coolers for better drivers’ rest. Thanks to extended aerodynamic cab design, Volvo FH Aero is up to 5% more fuel efficient. Additionally, Volvo Trucks’ new Camera Monitor System contributes to road safety through an enhanced direct vision for the driver, while also reducing the risk of accidents and therefore delays. Each truck is connected to Girteka’s digital systems, allowing for better maintenance planning and quicker responses when something needs attention. It’s all part of creating a more stable, predictable experience on the road – so drivers can focus on doing their job well, with equipment they can rely on.

“These trucks represent the latest in performance, fuel efficiency and safety. We are excited to see them support one of Europe’s largest transport companies,” says Roger Alm, President Volvo Trucks.

Delivering better service for key sectors

Girteka runs one of the largest asset-based logistics networks in Europe, and this fleet renewal will help the company maintain and scale its service in key sectors, including food & beverage, FMCG / retail and high-value goods.

“Our customers rely on us to deliver on time, across borders, and in perfect condition,” added Liachovičius. “With this investment, we’re reinforcing that promise with the most modern and efficient fleet.”

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The Liebherr Group is a family-run technology company with a highly diversified product portfolio spanning 13 product segments. The company is one of the largest manufacturers of construction equipment in the world and a provider of high-quality, user-oriented products and services in a wide range of other areas. The new logistics centre, Liebherr Logistics USA, Co. in Tupelo is operated by Liebherr-Logistics GmbH, the group’s in-house logistics provider, and will handle spare parts logistics for several production companies.

With over 430 employees, Liebherr-Logistics GmbH currently supplies more than 70 Liebherr sales and service locations worldwide, supporting over 20 product lines. Operating out of Oberopfingen, Germany, since 2015, the company expanded its European footprint in 2023 with a second warehouse in Born, Netherlands. The Tupelo facility marks a major milestone in Liebherr-Logistics GmbH’s expansion into the Americas.

The new logistics hub in Tupelo will handle warehousing, distribution, pre-assembly, repackaging, customs clearance, and export operations. It will serve multiple business units, including earthmoving equipment, cranes, concrete technology, and components – with more to follow. “This new facility allows us to offer faster, more efficient service to our customers and reinforces our position as an industry leader,” says Jörg Ströbele, Managing Director of Liebherr-Logistics GmbH.

Designed with cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and scalability in mind, the new site underscores Liebherr’s commitment to future-ready infrastructure. Long-time partner SSI Schaefer was chosen due to its trusted track record and ability to deliver the entire project seamlessly from a single source.

Trusted Intralogistics Partner

As system integrator, SSI Schaefer will manage the complete delivery of warehouse and conveyor technology and oversee all involved intralogistics trades. At the heart of the system is a seven-aisle high-bay warehouse with over 39,700 pallet positions. Constructed as a rack supported high-bay warehouse that eliminates the need for a separate building, optimizing space and resource efficiency. The SSI Exyz Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) ensures efficient and sustainable high-density storage of pallets

The facility will also include an eight-aisle shuttle ASRS system equipped with over 450 SSI Flexi Shuttles, offering around 170,000 storage locations for totes. Thanks to SSI Schaefer’s patented 3D-MATRIX Solution®, the system will enable optimal sequencing for small parts picking. Additional manual warehouse areas will include over 9,500 locations in PR 600 pallet racks, 690 locations in cantilever racks, and more than 1,100 storage positions for oil and hazardous materials. Picking will take place at five pallet workstations and eight tote workstations, with additional areas for repacking and packaging in development. Conveyors for pallets, totes, and cartons, along with an electric floor track system, will seamlessly connect the facility’s core components.

Warehouse management is handled directly through SAP Extended Warehouse Management (SAP EWM), providing comprehensive capabilities for managing and controlling the entire logistics solution. Implementation is carried out by SWAN GmbH, a member of the SSI SCHAEFER Group. In addition to the functionalities for warehouse management, SAP EWM is supplemented by the integrated Material Flow System (MFS) and linked directly to the automatic warehouse control systems. In this way, the software specialists also ensure the material flow processes of the complex intralogistics system at the highest level.

Future scalability is already built into the concept, with the system designed to double its throughput capacity. This allows Liebherr to expand performance even further as needed. Looking ahead to the go-live, Jörg Ströbele remarks: “We’ve had a strong, long-standing partnership with SSI Schaefer, and we’re confident that the new warehouse will perfectly align with our operational needs. The solution enables us to continue providing fast service and reliable spare parts deliveries – ensuring we’re well-prepared for the future.”

For the Liebherr Group, the new logistics facility in Tupelo represents a strategic investment in its global supply chain. Installation is set to begin in September 2025, with operations scheduled to start in 2027.

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Certificates, pre-let and electricity – what determines warehouse development? The new reality of warehouse investment is less risk, more requirements, writed Katarzyna Madej (pictured), Director, Industrial Agency at Avison Young.

Pre-let as important factor

Currently, the highest investment activity is observed in projects that have a pre-let secured at a level of at least 50-60 % of the space. This level of occupancy is often a prerequisite for the start of construction – developers today place great emphasis on reducing risk, making fully speculative developments rare.

The market has clearly become polarised. On the one hand, there are players such as GLP, CTP or Hillwood, which are still actively developing speculative projects – mainly in prime locations where demand is stable and predictable. On the other hand, there are developers who prefer the pre-let model, launching investments only after leases have been signed.

BTS (build-to-suit) and BTO (build-to-own) projects are still an important market segment, especially for tenants with specific technical requirements or who are interested in facility ownership. However, they are realised selectively, mainly by experienced developers specialising in bespoke solutions.

The revitalisation and conversion of brownfield sites is also gaining importance – particularly in the context of urban logistics and the limited availability of land in conurbations. Although their market share remains small, this trend is gradually strengthening.

So, the focus today is on projects with the right level of pre-letting, rather than a specific type of investment. It is the availability of the client and the level of security of tenancy that determines whether a project will go ahead – whether we are talking about a speculative facility, BTS or BTO.

ESG – no longer a competitive advantage, but a necessity

Green certifications such as BREEAM or LEED are increasingly becoming the market standard in the warehouse sector. It is now difficult to find a new project that does not include environmental certification already at the planning stage. A minimum level of BREEAM Very Good is now the norm, and most developers developing A-class facilities are aiming for Excellent.

BREEAM Outstanding-certified warehouses are also already appearing on the market, demonstrating the industry’s growing commitment to sustainability and the increasing ambition of developers. For investors, ESG aspects are becoming one of the key criteria – influencing not only the decision to commit to a project, but also its subsequent valuation.

It is worth noting that certification nowadays also has a measurable impact on financing. Banks financing investment projects are increasingly making loan conditions dependent on ESG scoring, in which environmental certificates play an important role. As a result, they are ceasing to be merely an image tool and are becoming a real value-building element for properties. In summary – environmental certification is no longer a competitive advantage, but a binding standard. In many cases, it is even a prerequisite for a project to be realised or sold.

Investment inhibitors

One of the most common barriers delaying the realisation of warehousing and production investments are protracted administrative procedures – especially those related to obtaining an environmental decision and a building permit. Most difficulties apply to production investments in large agglomerations, where environmental proceedings alone can take even up to 2 years.

The last 3 years have also shown how challenging it has become to secure adequate connection capacities – especially for companies planning to open production facilities in Poland. The increasing demand for energy, combined with the limited availability of developed land, makes it increasingly difficult to find a plot of land with quick access to electricity. The lead times offered by energy operators often reach several years, which significantly hinders a smooth start of the investment.

Additional barriers include:

• the lack of local development plans, which forces investors to obtain decisions on development conditions,
• complex administrative procedures, especially in the case of projects planned in the vicinity of residential buildings,
• unsettled property issues – including legal disputes, claims or the need to merge plots.
It is the production projects that most often face the greatest formal and legal challenges. The availability of infrastructure and the length of administrative procedures are now becoming key factors that have a real impact on the pace of investment.

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CMA CGM, a global player in maritime, land, air, and logistics solutions, announces a major step forward in the decarbonization of river transport in Southeast Asia: the launch of the first fully electric container barge in Vietnam, supported by the construction of a solar-powered charging station at the Cai Mep port, the country’s main container gateway near Ho Chi Minh City.

As part of this initiative, CMA CGM has signed an agreement with its long-standing partner Gemadept, a key logistics and port operator in Vietnam, to establish a joint venture named Green River Transportation, which will operate the electric barge. The new entity will manage river transport services in the Mekong Delta, reinforcing both partners’ commitment to sustainable logistics.

A breakthrough in green and operational innovation

The electric barge was jointly designed by CMA CGM’s CMA Ships and R&D teams. It will be powered by a dedicated charging station connected to a new solar farm located on the Gemalink terminal at Cai Mep. The facility is expected to generate up to 1 GWh of green electricity per year. This new zero-emission solution will reduce CO₂ emissions by 778 tons per year on the 180 km route between Binh Duong Province and Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu, in southern Vietnam.

With this combination of electric barge, solar farm, and on-site charging station, CMA CGM is providing NIKE with a tailored, efficient, and emissions-free logistics solution. NIKE, a long-time customer of CMA CGM, is the first partner to commit to using the electric barge for its logistics flows between its Vietnam-based manufacturing sites and the Gemalink container terminal.

This low-carbon logistics model is designed to be replicated with other customers and in additional countries, especially where inland waterways play a key role in supply chains.
The electric barge is scheduled to enter service in early 2026.

A strong local footprint in Vietnam

Present in Vietnam since 1989, CMA CGM is a key logistics player in the country, with 5 offices, 29 weekly maritime services, and over 550 employees. This project supports the Group’s ambition to strengthen infrastructure sustainably and contribute to local job creation.

A milestone on the road to Net Zero Carbon

This initiative is fully aligned with CMA CGM’s global strategy to reach Net Zero Carbon by 2050, through a combination of low-carbon technologies, alternative fuels, and now zero-emissions river logistics solutions.

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