Transportation and Logistics International

Unifi evolves from a single subsidiary to a $1.8 billion global aviation services leader

Iain — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:29:48 +0000

Unifi Aviation (Unifi) was created in 2018 through a joint venture between Delta Air Lines and Argenbright Holdings. CEO, Gautam Thakker, joins Transportation & Logistics International to discuss the business, and begins by describing its evolution: “The Argenbright Group bought 51 percent of what used to be Delta Global Services. This became a company called Unifi Aviation…

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Celebrating the 75th anniversary of Jet Delivery, COO Jason Barbata reveals the company’s secrets to delivering success

Iain — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:22:29 +0000

Established in 1950, Jet Delivery’s journey has been nothing short of a true Californian success story. The company was founded by James Zahner, an entrepreneur armed with a Maytag washing machine and a dream. It all began when James sold the washing machine and used the earnings to get Jet Delivery off the ground, opening its first office on the corner of Venice and Main Street in Downtown Los…

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From steel to software, DB Cargo blends tradition with technology for smarter logistics

Iain — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:16:45 +0000

Leading provider of freight powered transportation services, DB Cargo, is revolutionizing the industry with sustainable railroad solutions. Founded in 2000, the company is now one of the largest rail logistics operators in the UK, as Chief Operations Officer, Neil Ethell, begins: “Born out of privatization under British Railways, the company has been passed through the hands of Wisconsin Central…

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Spartan Carrier Group merges operational excellence with a higher calling

Iain — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:09:56 +0000

In an industry where precision, efficiency, and reliability are the benchmarks of success, Spartan Carrier Group is proving that purpose-driven leadership can be a powerful competitive edge. Founded in 2021, the Fort Worth, Texas-based carrier has quickly made its mark in the just-in-time freight sector, particularly within the automotive supply chain. But what truly sets Spartan apart is its…

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Uncover how John Wayne Airport is enhancing passenger journeys with modern amenities and sustainable practices

Iain — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:03:37 +0000

John Wayne Airport (JWA) is an international commercial and general aviation airport serving Orange County, California, and the Greater Los Angeles area. Owned by the County of Orange and operated as a self-supporting enterprise that receives no general fund tax revenue, the airport serves more than 11.3 million passengers annually and reaches more than 40 nonstop destinations in the United States…

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Ballyvesey Truck and Van division is redefining service for its customers across the UK

Iain — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:02:46 +0000

Having operated in the UK logistics sector since 1970, Ballyvesey Holdings is a trusted partner to some of the biggest names in trucking and transport. As Group Managing Director, Richard Hudson, begins: “The Ballyvesey Truck and Van division is one of the largest and most well-established Truck and Van Dealer Groups in the UK. It’s part of Ballyvesey Holdings, a privately owned business…

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The role of advanced door systems in enhancing safety and efficiency

Iain — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:53:19 +0000

Brian Sofley, Managing Director of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland, discusses the importance of securing rail environments with the correct door systems to ensure smooth operations and protect passengers and staff. Railway stations host vast numbers of people every day, and the number of people choosing train travel has increased dramatically in recent years. More than 1.6…

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Four myths about AI in transportation and logistics

Iain — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:48:00 +0000

From cost savings to stronger partnerships, Bernhard Schmaldienst, Senior Director Transport Execution and Visibility Products, Transporeon, makes the case for AI as a powerful tool to boost efficiency and empower logistics teams. AI’s transformative influence on the transportation and logistics industry is significant, however, there are still many misconceptions that need addressing.

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Transforming logistics and meeting supply chain demands

Iain — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:42:05 +0000

Rapid advancements in robotics technology have sparked a revolution in the logistics industry and the global supply chain, with today’s machines being more intuitive, sophisticated and autonomous. A recent study highlights this development, showing that warehouse automation boosts productivity by 25 percent, improves space utilization by 20 percent and enhances stock use efficiency by 30 percent.

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Dr Sinan Yordem of Cambridge Consultants shares practical steps for successfully deploying AI in transportation

Iain — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:36:06 +0000

Absolutely. I’m Sinan Yordem, Head of Energy and Infrastructure Business in North America at Cambridge Consultants, where I help our clients in their transformational technology and innovation initiatives. My journey to this role has been shaped by over two decades of experience in technology and product development in electronics, optics, energy and infrastructure – sectors where I led start…

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