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Nest Sea & Air reports growing business with fellow members after attending The Cooperative Logistics Network’s 9th Annual Meeting

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 Additionally, new agreements with airlines and ocean carriers are helping them offer improved capacity, routing options, and competitive freight rates

Nest Sea & Air, a member of The Cooperative Logistics Network in Seoul, South Korea, has strengthened its collaboration with fellow network members by expanding strategic carrier partnerships, enhancing service offerings, and increasing business opportunities following The Cooperative Logistics Network’s 9th Annual Meeting in Bangkok.

Since attending the event, the company has seen a steady rise in shipments and inquiries from fellow Cooperative members. To support this growing collaboration, Nest Sea & Air continues to provide highly competitive NET/NET quotations while working closely with shipping lines and airlines to secure the most favorable rates and service levels for its partners.

Nest Sea & Air Strengthens Carrier Partnerships in South Korea

“Our participation in The Cooperative Annual Meeting has opened the door to many valuable partnerships and a growing number of shipments with fellow members,” says Mr. Reo, CEO of Nest Sea & Air. “We remain committed to supporting our partners with competitive pricing, dependable capacity, and flexible logistics solutions. We believe that consistent service, strong relationships, and continuous investment in our capabilities are the foundation for creating long-term value across The Cooperative network.”

As part of its ongoing efforts to improve connectivity and capacity, the company has recently signed a Block Space Agreement (BSA) with airlines for the Osaka-Incheon route. Additionally, Nest Sea & Air is negotiating special rates for project and special cargo shipments moving between the Americas, Asia, and Europe.

The company has also strengthened its ocean freight capabilities through new agreements with CU Lines and Zim Line, enabling it to offer more reliable space allocation and competitive freight rates on key trade lanes. These enhanced carrier relationships allow the company to provide multiple routing and carrier options for challenging destinations, particularly South America and the Middle East, where capacity constraints and elevated freight rates often pose logistical challenges.

Following the Annual Meeting, Nest Sea & Air has also placed greater emphasis on developing the Indian market after witnessing the strong participation and engagement of Indian members during the conference. The company continues to work closely with carriers to secure stable space allocations despite ongoing capacity shortages and market fluctuations.

Through its continued investment in strategic partnerships and customer-focused logistics solutions, Nest Sea & Air is reinforcing its commitment to supporting fellow members with reliable, cost-effective, and efficient freight forwarding services across global trade lanes.

Congratulations to Nest Sea and Air and all the best for their future endeavours!

The Coop’s Special Edition Newsletter Sets the Stage for Its Kuala Lumpur Annual Meeting

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The Cooperative Logistics Network has published its latest Newsletter, bringing members the latest network news, industry insights, business opportunities, and upcoming events

A key focus of this special edition newsletter is The Cooperative Logistics Network’s 10th Annual Meeting, taking place from 21st to 23rd May 2027 at the Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The newsletter highlights the importance of meeting international partners face-to-face. It offers practical advice on preparing for productive one-to-one meetings, strengthening existing relationships and developing new business opportunities.

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The edition also features member news and success stories from around the world, showcasing international shipments, specialised logistics solutions, new accreditations and the ways Coop members are expanding their capabilities and trade-lane partnerships.

Members can also explore the latest logistics industry insights, discover cities requiring network coverage, and learn more about the Refer and Earn programme, which rewards members for introducing qualified freight forwarding companies to The Coop.

With updates spanning networking, business development, industry trends and member achievements, the September Newsletter offers a useful snapshot of what is happening across The Cooperative Logistics Network.

Make sure to send us the latest news from your company to get featured in our upcoming newsletter!

The Cooperative Logistics Network Partners with Baltic Ports Conference 2026 as Media Patron

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The Baltic Ports Conference 2026 convenes from 3 to 4 September in Turku, Finland, bringing together maritime authorities, industry leaders, and policy experts to address the sector’s most pressing operational and strategic challenges

The Cooperative Logistics Network is pleased to announce its partnership with the Baltic Ports Conference 2026 as a Media Patron, taking place from 2 to 4 September 2026 in Turku, Finland. Organised by the Baltic Ports Organization and the Port of Turku, the conference will bring together senior representatives from ports, shipping, logistics, government, technology and maritime organisations to discuss the developments shaping the future of the European maritime sector.

The event will be hosted by the Port of Turku, Finland’s oldest port, which recently marked 870 years of maritime history. With its extensive cargo connections, specialised stevedoring services and warehousing infrastructure, Turku provides a relevant setting for conversations about the evolution of modern port operations.

Navigating green corridors, environmental resilience, and leadership

The opening day of the conference will centre on the operational pressures driving ports toward comprehensive environmental transition. Sessions are set to examine the establishment of green shipping corridors across the Baltic Sea, climate change adaptation strategies, and the integration of biodiversity roadmaps into daily port management. It is a chance to listen to high-level stakeholders from the European Commission, the European Sea Ports Organization, and regional port authorities discuss long-term perspectives and the evolving maritime leadership. Additionally, industrial logistics and specialized warehousing solutions will demonstrate how modern facilities manage cargo handling and supply chain resilience.

Clean Fuels, carbon flows, and digital infrastructure

The second day will shift the participants’ attention toward energy vectors and digital transformation, focusing on the development of Carbon Capture and Storage value chains, wind energy integration, and future bunker fuels. Alongside these energy initiatives, industry presentations and panel discussions will evaluate the mechanics of port digitalization, automated traffic management, and data intelligence systems. As the maritime sector faces critical transformations, this year’s gathering in Turku provides the definitive platform to connect with industry peers, examine cutting-edge port developments, and help shape the future trajectory of Baltic shipping.

The Cooperative Logistics Network encourages its members to join BPC 2026 which offers a chance to look beyond day-to-day freight operations and understand the wider forces transforming the maritime sector. The conference provides an excellent setting to explore how developments in sustainability, technology, infrastructure and alternative fuels could influence future supply chains. 

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The Cooperative Logistics Network Partners with TMS Transportation & Climate Change Conference 2026

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TMS Transportation & Climate Change Conference 2026 will be held on 24 September 2026 at Hilton Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

The Cooperative Logistics Network is pleased to announce its partnership with The Maritime Standard Transportation & Climate Change Conference 2026, a global platform bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to explore practical solutions for a more sustainable and resilient transportation sector.

Under the theme Scaling Climate Action: Finance, Fuel, Resilience & Recovery in Global Transport, TMS TACCC 2026 will examine how finance, fuel innovation, infrastructure, and digital transformation can help accelerate the transition towards a sustainable, secure, and future-ready transport ecosystem.

The conference will bring together senior representatives from shipping, ports, logistics, energy, finance, technology, and government to discuss the practical challenges of delivering net-zero transport. Discussions will address regulatory developments, carbon markets, alternative fuel pathways, infrastructure investment, energy security, and the resilience of global transport systems.

Exploring the Future of Sustainable Transportation

TMS TACCC 2026 will focus on the challenges and opportunities of reducing the environmental impact of transportation across shipping, logistics, road, rail, and aviation. The programme will explore sustainable technologies, policy frameworks, financing strategies, digital transformation, and other solutions supporting the transition to lower-carbon transport. For freight forwarders, the conference offers an opportunity to engage with the wider maritime and transport ecosystem while gaining insights into the regulatory, technological, and commercial developments that are reshaping global logistics.

Key Industry Discussions

The 2026 programme has been developed against a rapidly changing global backdrop, with evolving regulatory frameworks, increasing carbon pricing pressures, alternative fuel development, geopolitical disruption and growing concerns around energy security and supply chain resilience influencing investment and strategic decision-making across the transport sector. The conference will examine how the industry can move from climate ambition towards real-world implementation by bringing together perspectives from across the maritime, transport, energy, infrastructure, finance and technology sectors.

The First Session

The first session, “Delivering Net-Zero Maritime: Regulation, Markets & Investment Readiness,” will focus on the regulatory, financial and commercial forces shaping maritime decarbonisation.

Discussions will examine the latest developments in the IMO’s global GHG regulatory framework, including the proposed fuel standard, GHG pricing mechanism, lifecycle emissions, chain of custody and compliance requirements. The session will also assess the implications of regional regulatory frameworks such as EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime, as well as the growing complexity created by overlapping international and regional climate policies.

Furthermore, this session will explore the implications of regulatory divergence for competitiveness, investment certainty and long-term industry strategy.  The financing of maritime decarbonisation will form another key area of discussion, with attention to green and transition finance, blended finance, insurance, public-private partnerships and multilateral support.

The programme will also take a practical look at alternative fuels, examining the availability, cost, infrastructure requirements, lifecycle emissions, safety and scalability of ammonia, methanol, LNG, hydrogen and biofuels. It will conclude by examining geopolitics, energy security and maritime resilience, exploring how disruption around critical maritime chokepoints is affecting energy flows, shipping routes, freight economics, insurance costs, emissions, infrastructure priorities and long-term investment strategies.

The Second Session

The second session, “Technology & Infrastructure: Scaling Decarbonized Transport Ecosystems,” will turn its focus towards the technologies, infrastructure and integrated systems required to move decarbonisation from pilot projects to large-scale implementation. The session will explore how advanced analytics, automation and digital tools can improve routing, reduce emissions and enhance operational performance across fleets and ports. Moreover, it will also examine the role of digital measurement, reporting and verification systems, blockchain and transparent carbon accounting in strengthening emissions tracking, compliance and accountability.

The transformation of ports will be another central theme, with discussions focusing on the development of Green Ports as integrated energy hubs equipped with shore power, alternative fuel bunkering, storage and grid connectivity.  As the availability of alternative fuels remains a key challenge for the transition, the programme will examine the requirements for industrial-scale fuel production and logistics, including global distribution networks, certification frameworks and cross-border collaboration to bridge the gap between supply and demand.

Attention will further turn to the decarbonisation of existing fleets through carbon capture, retrofitting technologies and energy efficiency measures, assessing their potential to reduce emissions from current assets while supporting a pragmatic transition. The programme will conclude with a focus on the wider ecosystem required to deliver the transition, highlighting the role of engineering companies, classification societies, shipyards, technology providers and logistics stakeholders in advancing innovation, compliance, vessel design and integrated system development.

Through its two core sessions, TMS TACCC 2026 will provide a platform for senior stakeholders to examine the intersection of regulation, finance, fuel, technology, infrastructure, energy security and resilience. The conference aims to support a practical and commercially focused dialogue on how the global transport sector can accelerate decarbonisation while responding to geopolitical uncertainty, evolving market conditions and the infrastructure demands of a rapidly changing energy landscape.

The Cooperative Logistics Network encourages its members to participate in TMS TACCC 2026 as a valuable opportunity to strengthen their professional networks, learn about the latest developments in sustainable transportation, and connect with senior decision-makers from across the maritime, logistics, energy, and technology sectors.

 

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The Cooperative Logistics Network is a Supporting Organization of Transport Middle East 2026

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The two-day conference will feature 35 international speakers and explore key trends influencing the future of transportation and logistics

The Cooperative Logistics Network is a Supporting Organisation of Transport Middle East 2026, one of the region’s prominent annual ports and logistics trade events. The 24th edition of Transport Middle East 2026 will bring together around 400 senior executives and industry professionals from ports, shipping lines, freight forwarding, logistics, terminal operations, cargo ownership, and related sectors from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and connecting regions.

The two-day conference will feature 35 international speakers and explore key trends influencing the future of transport and logistics, including the future of the Suez Canal, port development and infrastructure investment, intermodal connectivity, digital transformation, sustainability, maritime decarbonisation, and terminal efficiency.

The conference will also look at the impact of Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Port Community Systems, and Cybersecurity on supply chains and terminal operations, with dedicated sessions covering green ports, alternative fuels, shore power, carbon reduction strategies, sustainable logistics solutions, containerisation, terminal efficiency, and equipment technology.

For freight forwarders, Transport Middle East 2026 offers a valuable opportunity to engage with the broader maritime and transport ecosystem. With representatives from ports, shipping lines, terminal operators, cargo-owning companies, logistics providers, and infrastructure organisations expected to attend, the event will facilitate meaningful connections across different areas of the supply chain.

The event will also feature an international exhibition, providing exhibitors and sponsors with opportunities to interact directly with delegates and decision-makers throughout the conference.

The Cooperative Logistics Network encourages its members to take part in Transport Middle East 2026 as a valuable opportunity to build new professional connections, keep up with the latest developments in ports and logistics, and engage with industry leaders from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and other key trading regions.

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As international supply chains continue to evolve, effective collaboration between freight forwarders, ports, shipping lines, terminal operators, and logistics service providers is becoming increasingly important. Through its support of Transport Middle East 2026, The Cooperative Logistics Network continues to foster stronger connections with the wider transport and maritime community while creating more opportunities for its members to connect with key industry stakeholders.

The Cooperative Logistics Network Becomes Official Partner of Breakbulk Americas 2026

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Breakbulk Americas 2026 runs 22–23 September at Houston’s George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas

The Cooperative Logistics Network has been named Official Partner of Breakbulk Americas 2026, the Americas region’s longest-standing exhibition dedicated to the project cargo and breakbulk industry. The 2026 edition arrives as the U.S. project market enters one of its largest capital investment cycles in a generation, driven by major spending across manufacturing, critical minerals, advanced nuclear, semiconductor fabrication, data centres, and power generation.

The event brings together the project owners and decision-makers responsible for selecting carriers, ports, freight forwarders, and other logistics providers for major projects. Companies such as Bechtel, ExxonMobil, Fluor, GE, Shell, and SpaceX are among the project organisations attending Breakbulk Americas.

A Programme Built Around Project Owners

Under the theme Moving Projects Forward, Breakbulk Americas 2026 introduces a redesigned conference programme connecting project owners, EPCs, manufacturers, logistics providers, and technology companies.

The programme features two stages. Breakbulk Live will host headline sessions, including an Energy Opportunity Super Session exploring major energy projects over the next 20 years. The new Voices Stage offers smaller, interactive sessions, including an Innovation Pitch programme showcasing new solutions to project executives and technology leaders.

The event also introduces NextWave 30, extending the Education Day programme to early-career professionals and giving them a foothold in the skills the project cargo industry will need going forward.

Connecting Cooperative Members with the Project Cargo Community

Breakbulk Americas gives freight forwarders direct access to project owners, EPCs, manufacturers, carriers, ports, and equipment providers, making it a key platform for building business relationships and uncovering new opportunities in project cargo.

The Cooperative Logistics Network encourages its members involved in project cargo and breakbulk logistics to attend Breakbulk Americas 2026 as a chance to expand their professional networks, connect with major project stakeholders, and gain insight into the investment and infrastructure trends driving project cargo demand across the Americas.

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As the U.S. enters a major investment cycle across energy, manufacturing, technology, and infrastructure, demand for specialised project cargo and logistics services is set to create new opportunities across the supply chain. Through its partnership with Breakbulk Americas 2026, The Cooperative Logistics Network strengthens its ties with the global project cargo community while giving members more direct access to decision-makers and potential business partners.

Great Eastern Logistics earns IATA accreditation, marking a new milestone in airfreight excellence

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The certification reflects the company’s commitment to operational excellence, stronger airline partnerships, and customer-focused logistics solutions

Great Eastern Logistics, a member of The Cooperative Logistics Network in Colombo, Sri Lanka, has obtained IATA accreditation, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to delivering world-class airfreight services and meeting internationally recognized industry standards.

“Obtaining IATA accreditation is an important milestone that reflects both our long-term vision and the dedication of our experienced team,” says Mr Yohan Perera, Business Development Manager at Great Eastern Logistics. “We wanted our expertise and service quality to be backed by a globally recognized certification that demonstrates our commitment to professionalism, reliability, and operational excellence. This achievement not only strengthens our relationships with airline partners but also provides our customers with the confidence that they are working with an accredited organization committed to the highest industry standards.”

Beyond validating the company’s operational standards, the accreditation opens the door to stronger airline partnerships, a wider range of airfreight options, and more streamlined booking processes. These enhanced capabilities will enable Great Eastern Logistics to offer greater flexibility, improved customer support, and customized logistics solutions for a diverse range of international shipments.

“Our customers can now benefit from broader airfreight options, stronger airline connectivity, and even more efficient booking solutions,” adds Mr Perera. “We are grateful for the continued trust of our customers, partners, and stakeholders, and we look forward to leveraging this achievement to deliver greater value and support their evolving logistics requirements.”

The company believes that the new accreditation will significantly enhance its service portfolio, allowing it to expand its airfreight offerings and provide more comprehensive logistics solutions to both local customers and international partners. With IATA accreditation now forming part of its credentials, Great Eastern Logistics continues to reinforce its reputation as a dependable logistics provider, combining internationally recognized standards with the expertise of a specialized team to deliver high-quality airfreight services across global markets.

Congratulations to Great Eastern Logistics on garnering the IATA certification and all the best for their upcoming projects!

Time World Freight Showcases Its Expertise in Luxury Vehicle Logistics for High-Value Automobiles

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A member of The Cooperative Logistics Network in Doha highlights its luxury vehicle logistics expertise through the handling of iconic supercars, including a Ferrari 812 Competizione and a Lamborghini Revuelto in the UAE

Time World Freight, a member of The Cooperative Logistics Network in Doha, Qatar, continues to strengthen its reputation in the transport of luxury and high-performance vehicles by offering secure, tailor-made logistics solutions for premium automobiles across Europe.

As Europe’s summer driving season gets underway, the company has highlighted several of the world’s most exclusive supercars, demonstrating the level of precision and care required to transport these exceptional vehicles. Among them are the Ferrari 812 Competizione Coupé, a rare V12 berlinetta limited to just 999 units worldwide, and the Lamborghini Revuelto, the first High Performance Electrified Vehicle (HPEV) hybrid super sports car produced in Sant’Agata Bolognese. Powered by a 1,015 CV V12 hybrid powertrain, the Revuelto represents a new era in Lamborghini performance, demanding the highest standards of handling and transport throughout its journey.

Luxury Vehicle Logistics by Time World Freight

Moving vehicles of this calibre demands meticulous planning, specialized equipment, and strict handling procedures to ensure they arrive in pristine condition. Time World Freight combines industry expertise with personalized service to provide secure end-to-end logistics solutions for luxury, classic, and collector automobiles.

“Transporting luxury and collector vehicles is about much more than moving cargo. Every shipment requires meticulous planning, specialized handling, and an unwavering commitment to protecting the value of our customers’ assets. Our team takes pride in delivering each vehicle with the same level of care and precision that went into building it,” says Mr. Muhsin Mohammedali, Sales Manager at Time World Freight.

The company’s vehicle logistics services are designed to meet the expectations of discerning customers who require the highest standards of security, reliability, and operational excellence when transporting valuable assets across international borders.

In addition to luxury vehicle logistics, Time World Freight supports international freight forwarding requirements, including air freight, sea freight, customs clearance, documentation coordination, secure handling, and door-to-door logistics solutions for high-value cargo moving across Qatar, the GCC, Europe, and global markets.

Congratulations to Time World Freight on showcasing its expertise in this highly specialized segment of the logistics industry!

When Standard Logistics Isn’t Enough- Unitex Moves 38-Meter Foundation Pipes to Papua New Guinea

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Custom lifting equipment, round-the-clock crane operations, and meticulous planning ensured the smooth execution of this complex project cargo shipment

Unitex Int’l Forwarding, a member of The Cooperative Logistics Network in Ningbo, China, has successfully completed the transportation of 38-meter-long foundation steel pipes from Huanghua, China, to Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, demonstrating its expertise in managing complex project cargo and non-standard shipments.

The operation presented several challenges from the outset. The extraordinary length of the pipes required specialized handling procedures, while the destination port’s limited experience with breakbulk cargo added another layer of operational complexity. Extended handling times and demanding lifting requirements further increased the need for careful planning and precise execution to keep the project on schedule.

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Unitex moves a project cargo shipment Huanghua to Port Moresby

 

Additionally, to ensure a smooth operation, Unitex implemented a series of customized logistics solutions tailored to the cargo’s unique characteristics. The company arranged dedicated yard storage facilities to accommodate the 20-day overland transportation process and coordinated round-the-clock crane operations, allowing vessel loading to be completed in just four days instead of the six originally anticipated.

The project also required specially designed equipment, including a custom-built 15-meter lifting boom and tandem ship crane operations utilizing both bow and stern cranes to safely handle the ultra-long cargo. In addition, they deployed customized 10-ton lifting slings for each pipe to facilitate secure and efficient discharge at the destination.

“Project cargo operations demand more than equipment and transportation capacity. They require detailed engineering, proactive planning, and the ability to adapt to challenges at every stage of the journey,” said Ms. Karen Ngo, Managing Director of Unitex Int’l Forwarding. “This shipment is a great example of how experience and teamwork can transform a highly complex operation into a successful delivery.”

The successful completion of the project highlights Unitex’s 29 years of experience in handling oversized and non-standard cargoes across challenging trade lanes. “This project required close coordination between all parties involved, from origin handling to final discharge. We are proud to have delivered a solution that met the customer’s timeline while ensuring the safe handling of every piece of cargo throughout the journey,” added Ms. Ngo.

Congratulations to Unitex for for overcoming the operational challenges and delivering another outstanding project cargo success!

Xiamen Rosen Logistics completes large-scale excavator shipment from China to Libya

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They managed the seamless door-to-port movement of 68 excavators, overseeing factory pickup, port operations, and ocean transport to Misurata

Xiamen Rosen Logistics, a member of The Cooperative Logistics Network in Xiamen, China, has completed a complex project cargo operation to transport 68 excavators from Lianyungang, China, to Misurata, Libya.

Excavator shipment by Xiamen Rosen Logistics

 

The shipment comprised 68 units weighing a total of 846 metric tons and occupying 2,088 CBM, requiring meticulous planning and close coordination throughout the logistics chain. Xiamen Rosen Logistics managed the entire operation, from collecting the cargo at the manufacturer’s facility and handling all port formalities to arranging the ocean freight to Misurata.

Project cargo of this scale demands careful scheduling, specialized handling, and seamless communication between multiple stakeholders to ensure that oversized and heavy equipment reaches its destination safely and on time. Leveraging its expertise in project logistics, the company executed every stage of the operation with precision and efficiency.

“This shipment demonstrates the importance of integrated project logistics and proactive coordination,” says Ms Elyn Zheng, Project Manager at Xiamen Rosen Logistics. “From factory pickup to port handling and ocean transportation, every phase required careful planning and close teamwork. We are proud to have delivered a reliable end-to-end solution that met our client’s requirements and ensured the safe movement of 68 excavators to Misurata.” The successful completion of the project further reinforces Xiamen Rosen Logistics’ capabilities in handling heavy equipment and project cargo shipments across international markets.

Congratulations to Xiamen Rosen Logistics and all the best for their upcoming endeavours!