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ACE 2025 – Connecting the Global Logistics Community

ACE 2025 – Connecting the Global Logistics Community

Air Cargo Europe (ACE) 2025, part of the biennial transport logistic fair in Munich, once again highlighted the future of air cargo and logistics innovation.

This year, 2,719 exhibitors from 73 countries and around 77,000 visitors from over 130 nations gathered, with ACE alone occupying 22,000 m² of prime exhibition space. Since its debut in 2003, ACE has grown into a central global platform, reflecting the evolution of its parent event, which began in 1970 and is now the world’s largest logistics and supply chain fair.

Robert Schönberger (Global Industry Lead, Messe München) said, “When we started… it was just an additional segment. Now, it has become a full part of the exhibition.” He noted ACE’s growing international reach: “Participants from China… will return in 2025.” Stefan Rummel (CEO, Messe München) emphasized the fair’s global significance: “transport logistic 2025 has impressively shown… logistics plays in our connected world. It is the lifeline of the global economy.”

Ace  At the same time, it opened doors to new customers and collaborations, whether by visiting other stands or welcoming visitors to ours.

As Ashwin Bhat (CEO, Lufthansa Cargo) put it, “Personal dialogue… connects people and markets worldwide.” We experienced the same: in-person conversations at ACE were invaluable for building trust, sharing ideas, and deepening relationships.

This year, we also introduced a completely new stand design, created to attract both existing and potential customers. To complement this, we organized a stand party, offering a relaxed and enjoyable moment to celebrate with known faces and meet new contacts — combining business with a personal touch.

In addition, we presented our Accelerate magazine, first launched in 2023. The magazine introduces our company in an interesting and accessible way, offering insights into our business, showcasing products, and sharing important company news. It is designed not only to attract new customers but also to remind existing partners of the full range of services we provide.

While online meetings and emails are useful, ACE reminded us of the irreplaceable value of personal interaction. Face-to-face conversations spark ideas, build trust, and create a deeper understanding — things no virtual format can fully replicate.

In short, ACE 2025 delivered on both scale and substance. It brought people together, sparked meaningful conversations, and turned encounters into lasting partnerships — proving once again that the fair is a vital platform for the global logistics industry.

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Meet us at Transport Logistic 2027
from 26. – 29.04.2027

For more information’s visit 

https://transportlogistic.de/en/trade-fair/

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Accelerate: catch up with the latest Wallenborn News and developments

Accelerate: catch up with the latest Wallen­born News and develop­ments

Wallenborn Transports has been owned by my family since 1920 and, over more than a century of uninterrupted service, we are proud to have earned a reputation for quality, reliability, and innovation.

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A Growing Portfolio of Events Solutions

A Growing Portfolio of Events Solutions

The latest expansion of Wallenborn Events to serve Cultural Experiences stands in stark contrast to the fast and furious atmosphere of F1 – but remains equally precise and well-crafted.

The latest expansion of Wallenborn Events to serve Cultural Experiences stands in stark contrast to the fast and furious atmosphere of F1 – but remains equally precise and well-crafted. It means that today, you’ll also find our hand-chosen team working in concert with some of the world’s most talented musicians as audiences celebrate their talents in concert venues across Europe. For every project, our mission is clear: the safe and secure transportation and meticulous installation of sensitive, fragile, and invaluable instruments and orchestral equipment, guaranteeing their timely arrival for every orchestral performance.

“The precision of our Events solutions, and the reputation we have built, means we are continuing to broaden our customer portfolio across different sectors. Thanks to our exceptional team, we are now extending our services to include fine art logistics solutions, underpinned by our certification to TAPA (Transported Asset Protection Association) TSR1 supply chain security standards,” said Pitt Ney, Manager, Cultural Events at Wallenborn. He added: “We’ve also enhanced our fleet to facilitate improved access to concert halls, art galleries, and exhibition centres.

This upgrade includes the installation of tail-lifts and the provision of extra security and protective materials to ensure the integrity of every shipment.”

Geoffrey Guirao, Head of Artistic Production & Orchestra Operations Division explained “The Philharmonie Luxembourg has been collaborating with Wallenborn since September 2024 for the transport of instruments on the occasion of its tours in Europe. We are fully satisfied with the services offered, organised by a team that is always professional and attentive to our requirements. A valuable relationship of trust has been established and we are delighted to be able to count the company among our reliable partners.’

Wallenborn Events is an experienced specialist in managing logistics, hospitality, and catering for international sporting and entertainment events, from F1 grand prix, motor shows, and golf tours to stage shows, exhibitions, art events, fashion shows, and concerts.

Learn more by visiting www.wallenbornevents.com

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Wallenborn moves to new dedicated Logistics Centre at Liege Airport

Wallenborn moves to new dedicated Logistics Centre at Liege Airport

Wallenborn has been part of Liege Airport’s growth since 2017, foreseeing the future business potential of a new, centrally located, curfew-free cargo airport in Europe.

Belgium, 25.03.2025

At that point, LGG was positioned eighth in Europe by tonnage. In 2024, cargo volumes had increased twofold, elevating LGG to fifth position in the rankings and solidifying its status as the leading gateway for cross-border e-commerce.

Donald Schaap, General Manager Belgium noted that “while e-commerce significantly contributed to this significant growth, Wallenborn also played a crucial role by ensuring seamless connectivity between LGG and export and import markets throughout Europe. LGG lacks a substantial local market, and our objective has been to greatly enhance and expand market accessibility for airlines and e-commerce service providers using LGG as their hub. We are the largest and most proficient provider of road transportation at LGG and we have made significant investments in personnel, fleet and technology. This culminated in 2025 with our relocation to a brand new, 18,000 square metre state-of-the art transport and logistics facility incorporates offices, secure truck parking, and flexible warehousing dedicated to e-commerce services.

Our e-commerce customers appreciate our integrated strategy, as they favour obtaining all necessary services from a single provider. Additionally, they benefit from our extensive fleet and wide-reaching network, which has consistently demonstrated our ability to rapidly scale operations and deliver to any European market.”

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Lufthansa Cargo extends Fresh Partnership with Wallenborn – 12.03.2025

Lufthansa Cargo extends Fresh Partnership with Wallenborn

In 2023 Wallenborn embarked on a collaboration with Lufthansa Cargo, taking responsibility for the management of the airline’s European Fresh-to-Door distribution network centred around hubs in Brussels, Frankfurt, and Munich.

Given the time- and temperature-sensitive nature of these transported goods, a high degree of integration is essential between all stakeholders, including Health and Customs agencies, to ensure the integrity of each shipment is protected.

Luxembourg, 12.03.2025

Oliver Blum, the airline’s Head of Airmail, Courier & Perishables Handling, says the success of the partnership has led to Lufthansa Cargo extending its perishables contract with Wallenborn in 2025. “The decisive factors for this were the consistently high quality of operational implementation as well as the professional support for sensitive perishable shipments. The reliability of day-to-day business, the active service orientation, and the high degree of flexibility are all factors of central importance to Lufthansa Cargo and its international clientele. The latest contract extension underlines our mutual trust and forms the basis for continued successful cooperation,” he said.

An essential element of this highly successful collaboration is the close relationships Wallenborn has developed with consignors across the globe and consignees in many countries, including Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. This ensures a high degree of flexibility and resilience, especially during high seasons, product launches and promotions. This collaboration includes workshops in origin counties, telematics access for importers to increase shipment visibility, and enhanced customer service for all parties. It’s an approach which is highly valued by importers such as Konrad Skowronski, Freight Manager at Agrotropic AG in Oberhasli, Switzerland, which imports sustainably cultivated cut flowers directly from farms overseas and is renowned for its extensive selection of premium roses. For Agrotropic, the essence of cultivation lies in the enduring long-term relationships they share with farms in countries such as Ecuador, Japan, Kenya, and Sri Lanka. “We regard Wallenborn as a provider of reliable service and clear communication. Our cut flowers are always in competent hands at Wallenborn, and we always feel well-informed and well cared for,” Frank said.

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Smarter Transport Management as new Frankfurt X-Dock streamlines RFS operations

Smarter Transport Management as new Frankfurt X-Dock streamlines RFS operations

In terms of shipment volumes, truck movements, and revenue, Germany ranks as the leading country for Wallenborn – a status which is maintained through constant innovation and a commitment to giving customers more solutions.

Frankfurt, 27.02.2025

Nina Strippel, MD at Wallenborn Germany, based at Europe’s busiest cargo airport in Frankfurt, tell us more…

Throughout my professional journey, I’ve learned the immense value of commitment, adaptability, and consistency – principles that continue to guide my leadership approach and ensure we not only meet but exceed our customers’ expectations. “One of our latest innovations in Germany is the inauguration of our new X-Dock at Frankfurt Airport, launched in January 2025. This state-of-the-art facility greatly improves process efficiency, enabling enhanced lane and load planning and smarter traffic management. By minimising the number of loading and unloading points, we’ve streamlined our operations, boosted capacity, and improved truck utilisation. This not only increases efficiency but also contributes positively to our CO2 footprint and supports Wallenborn’s sustainability goals to balance our economic performance with our environmental responsibility. 

“With our X-Dock, extensive European trucking network, and strong partnerships, we serve as a true one-stop shop for air cargo logistics. We not only provide optimal solutions for online stations but also organise cargo handling at offline stations in collaboration with our trusted partners to give customers the widest choice of service and growth options. This flexibility allows us to provide seamless, tailored services that meet the needs of our customers across a wide range of locations and operational scenarios.

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