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Layoffs at Hedemora logistics firm follow Garpenberg mine halt
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Nearly a month after a rockfall and tremors halted production at Boliden's Garpenberg mine, a Hedemora-based logistics firm specializing in ore transport from the site has announced layoffs. Långdahls logistik AB is affected by the ongoing suspension of mine operations.
Damietta Port received the bulk carrier Yang Fan carrying 144780 tonnes of slag from China, marking the largest such cargo in the port's history.
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Beltone Venture Capital and Citadel International Holdings have announced the successful exit of their joint investment in the Egyptian logistics startup Bosta, delivering a 75% internal rate of return.
Logistics giant DHL expects revenues to soar by 2030, driven largely by Chinese companies' global ambitions, even amid disruptions from the US-Israel war on Iran and unpredictable tariffs. Oscar de Bok, CEO of its global forwarding and freight business, highlighted China's crucial supply chain role in a Shanghai interview.
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A conflict in the Middle East is expected to drive up oil prices, leading to higher fuel costs in South Africa from April. Economists predict petrol prices could rise by R5 to R8 per litre, impacting commuters, logistics and food prices. Retailers warn of increased transport and insurance costs amid shipping disruptions.
In 2025, Robinsons Land Corporation marked its 45th year in Philippine real estate by completing diverse developments aimed at bettering lives. These included luxury hotels, office towers, malls, and logistics facilities. CEO Mybelle V. Aragon-GoBio emphasized measuring success by relevance and uplifting local economies.
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Formula 1 teams face significant hurdles in upgrading their cars for the 2026 season, primarily due to shipping costs now included under the budget cap. This requires careful planning of development timelines to optimize logistics and expenses. Team leaders emphasize the need for strategic decisions on when and how to introduce new components.
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