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Scan Global Logistics (SGL) and Alfa Laval announce the launch of their first electric Scania truck as part of their zero-emissions partnership. Deriving from a shared vision and commitment to creating a more sustainable logistics industry, the new truck will lead the way forward in reducing road transport CO2 emissions.

Home to one of the largest seaports in South Africa and in close proximity to a wide range of multinational companies, the global logistics provider Scan Global Logistics (SGL) opens a new office in the strategic location of Port Elizabeth in the province of Eastern Cape. The new office opening is the company’s fourth in South Africa within two years, solidifying its position in the fast-growing country.

Zug (Switzerland), 3 August 2023: Alpha Augmented Services AG (Alpha Augmented Services), an innovation leader in software-based transport optimisation, and global logistics provider Scan Global Logistics (SGL), have entered into a commercial partnership. Going forward, the international full-service logistics provider Scan Global Logistics A/S (SGL) will use the AI-supported software solution from Alpha Augmented Services and integrate it into its product range for both potential and existing customers.

Scan Global Logistics (SGL) is pleased to announce Thomas Nieszner, former CEO of DHL Global Forwarding Europe/CEE, EMEA, and latest as Global CEO of DHL Global Forward, to its Board of Directors.

Scan Global Logistics (SGL) continues its European expansion as they open a new office in Dunkirk, France. It's SGL's third office in France and part of establishing a centre of expertise in Northern France within the Industrial Projects sector. The expansion follows the recent opening in Romania; reportedly, other countries will soon be added to the global freight forwarder's growing footprint.

Scan Global Logistics (SGL) strengthens its strategic foothold on the fast-developing African continent by opening its first office in Nairobi, Kenya, Eastern Africa. Already strongly represented in Western Africa with offices in Togo, Benin, Mali, Côte d'Ivoire and Senegal and South Africa, with the latest office opening, the ambitious logistics provider now offers its comprehensive tailormade solutions from across the African continent.

Scan Global Logistics (SGL) will strengthen its market position in Europe's largest logistics market, Germany, by adding the Top 50 ocean freight forwarder ETS Transport & Logistics GmbH (ETS) to the group. The partnership will add scale and commercial muscles to SGL's German organisation, especially within ocean freight. The combined organisation of more than 100 experienced logistics professionals will significantly strengthen the global freight forwarder's position in the German market.

Scan Global Logistics (SGL) acquires Sand Road Freight in Herning as part of the company's ambitious growth strategy. Sand Road Freight is known as a leading road transport carrier on the trade between Denmark and the Benelux countries (Belgium, The Netherlands, Luxembourg).

Scan Global Logistics (SGL), a global logistics and supply chain solutions provider, has partnered with Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail, and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia to launch a pilot project using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The pilot project launched in May aims to reduce carbon emissions for airfreight shipments of Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle fashion products from Asia to the UAE.