04-06 November 2025

Antwerp expo Belgium

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We work with a range of publications, networks and associations to ensure that our message reaches every corner of the breakbulk market, from shipper to carrier.

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Port of Antwerp-Bruges is a major lifeline for the Belgian economy: more than 300 line services to over 800 destinations ensure global connectivity. The Port of Antwerp-Bruges annually handles around 238 million tonnes of international maritime freight and is home to Europe’s largest integrated chemical cluster. The Port of Antwerp-Bruges accounts, directly and indirectly, for a total of around 143.000 jobs and more than €20 billion added value.

Antwerp, your breakbulk home port

Port of Antwerp-Bruges is the perfect port when it comes to shipping steel, project cargo, fruit, forest products and cars across Europe. Every consignment is unique and, thanks to its can-do attitude and extensive experience of specialised companies, the port provides high-quality shipment of the most diverse breakbulk cargo.

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AXL 2024 was proud to work with some of the industry’s leading associations and media publications. Through working together, we are able to provide the breakbulk industry with the global recognition it deserves.

Interested in becoming a media partner for 2025? Contact Alexandra, on +44 (0)20 3196 4254 or click below to email.

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Tank Storage Magazine

Tank Storage Magazine is the leading industry publication dedicated exclusively to the bulk liquid storage and terminal sector. It has been delivering the latest news, developments, analysis, products and innovations for 15 years. Published 7 times a year, the publication is read by CEOs, terminal managers, business development managers and senior engineers within the oil, gas and petrochemical market.

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CLC Projects

CLC Projects is a network of project freight forwarders consisting of about 140 members in 110 countries around the world. The aim of the network is to service companies that need more contacts around the world and to seamlessly connect these members enabling them to secure business in a global world where customers expect their freight forwarder to have offices everywhere. The network allows only 2 members per country, except for large nations, and conferences are held twice a year in alternate geographical locations. CLC Projects also has a section dedicated for service providers which means shipowners, surveyors and port captains, insurance companies, hauliers, train operators etc and in this division you will find some 15 members including some of the worlds most well known companies providing services to the project freight forwarding industry.

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Freightweek

Freightweek provides insight on sustainable business practices for the global logistics industry. Business sustainability is often defined as a way companies manage their financial, social and environmental risks, obligations and opportunities. This is sometimes referred to as people, profits, and planet - and process. Freightweek is published as a weekly online newsletter and print & digital monthly magazine by HU Digital Media Ltd. and circulated to manufacturers, academics, logisticians, airlines, ocean carriers, 3PLs, freight forwarders, general sales agents, airports, ports and charter brokers.

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Logistics Handling

LogisticsHandling.com is the leading European web-site and weekly E-newsletter for material handling, logistics news and solutions. The portal carries research papers, case studies, product reviews, as well as informed and thought-provoking opinion from some of the most respected spokespeople within our industry. All key equipment sectors are covered, ranging from lift trucks, automated storage & equipment, racking & shelving, conveyors & sortation, dock equipment, packaging solutions, WMS, voice-picking, transport, distribution & key events in the material handling calendar.

Free subscription to the weekly e-newsletter online: www.logisticshandling.com/newsletters

Follow on Twitter: @LogHandling

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International Trade Magazine

As the leading authority in trade-related content, International Trade Magazine consistently offers news, expert commentary, and unique industry insights. We reach our audience through print magazines, digital platforms, virtual events, podcasts, and YouTube videos.

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Project Cargo Weekly

Project Cargo Weekly, belonging to CLC Projects Group, is a neutral online newsletter focusing on project cargo and shipping worldwide. The e-newsletter provides non biased and none advertising prone weekly information with fresh interviews uncut, and supports its readers with shipping news, trade intelligence and other useful inputs that any project freight forwarder, shipowner or any other interested parties in shipping would need. The online database reaches currently some 40,000+ receivers worldwide and it has become increasingly popular in part because it is not like an IKEA catalogue full of advertising. Project Cargo Weekly allows ONLY 4 banner ads in each posting. PCW does not serve anyone's own agenda in shipping and will therefore interview anyone with a valid contribution to make to shipping and it does not warrant a subscription or an ad to be interviewed!

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CONQUEROR FREIGHT NETWORK

Conqueror Freight Network is the largest exclusive network of freight forwarders worldwide. An international alliance of hand-picked freight forwarders in exclusive territories, disciplined cooperation, and a single brand name. Conqueror gives one agent in each local market a network of top-class agents, well-defined territories, an Annual Meeting with high attendance and much more. It is the first freight forwarding network with global coverage to launch instant quotation ability for its members through its exclusive TMS: FreightViewer.

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PROJECT CARGO NETWORK

PCN, an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified organization, offers a networking platform for top heavy lift and project cargo specialists across various sectors, including oil and gas, automotive, construction, and aid cargo. With over 350 members in more than 125 countries, we celebrated our 10th Anniversary in 2020 and continue to grow rapidly

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Exclusive Project Network

The Exclusive Project Network was founded in April 2021 with the clear vision to form a global group of high-class experts in the field of project – and heavy lift – logistics. We do not accept low-quality companies, our network is made by professionals for professionals that possess outstanding Know-How in project-logistics.

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Tank News International

Tank News International provides global news coverage of the tank storage and liquid bulk sectors, with a focus on the storage terminal, tank containers, road tankers, shipping, port and rail industries. The quarterly magazine includes exclusive content in the form of product launches, case studies, regulation changes and technical articles.

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Connecta Network

CONNECTA is an International Freight Network of first class Air and Sea Freight Specialists with agents in all main airports/seaports worldwide. Our aim is to join forces and promote collaboration between Member Companies in order to gain competitiveness on the present market.

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Breakbulk News

Breakbulk.News is a news site which is keeping you informed of the latest in the Breakbulk, HeavyLift, and Project Freight and Logistics industry.

Part of iBrabble Education, Breakbulk.News is committed to delivering industry related news and know how to a wide audience of project forwarders, heavy lift companies, rigging companies, ocean liners etc.

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Heavy Lift

Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International (HLPFI) is a division of DVV Media International Limited and is firmly established as the leading media presence for professionals involved in the logistics of over-dimensional and heavy cargoes. Written by an international team of award-winning journalists, HLPFI delivers essential information about the movement of such cargoes across the whole range of transport modes. In addition to news, each issue of the magazine contains interviews with prominent industry figures and topical features presented in an easy-to-read editorial format.

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Project cargo network

Established in 2010, Project Cargo Network is a ISO 9001 & 14001 certified organisation comprising of the world's top project cargo and heavy life specialists, who handle the transportation of oversize and heavy shipments that consist of complex components

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MEM - Manufacturing and Engineering Magazine

Manufacturing & Engineering Magazine, abbreviated to MEM, is a leading UK engineering magazine and manufacturing news source, covering a wide assortment of industry news sectors such as: contract manufacturing, 3D printing, structural and civil engineering, automotive manufacturing, aerospace engineering, marine engineering, rail engineering, industrial engineering, CAD and schematic designs.

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Logistics Business Magazine

Logistics Business is a leading Pan European trade magazine with over 27 years of experience in Logistics, Transportation & Supply Chain. Through its quarterly printed magazine, digital multilingual magazine, weekly e-newsletter, social media platforms and online digital platforms such as podcasts and webinars, it provides, hard-hitting interviews, news stories, case studies and hot new product reviews to ensure our readers and listeners are captivated.

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THE COOPERATIVE LOGISTICS NETWORK

The Cooperative Logistics Network is an alliance of over 330 selected freight forwarders across 140+ countries, collaborating to expand their businesses globally. It connects like-minded independent forwarders, providing a global presence, trustworthy partnerships, and a well-attended meeting. Members also benefit from digitalising their services through the exclusive TMS: FreightViewer.

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digifreight

The logistics industry plays a crucial role in our interconnected world, and effective communication is essential, especially with the rise of remote work. DigiFreight enhances connectivity for forwarders, helping them establish and sustain strong relationships. Our innovative Meeting Hub offers all the tools members need to build, manage, and engage with their international partners.

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Pangea Network

PANGEA is an International Freight Network of first-class Air and Sea Freight Specialists with agents in all main airports/seaports worldwide. Our aim is to join forces and promote collaboration between Member Companies in order to gain competitiveness on the present market.

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dry bulk magazine

Dry Bulk magazine is a premium source of technical and analytical information for the global dry bulk sector, and continues to provide unique editorial coverage of the handling, storage, and transportation of dry bulk commodities. Each issue provides an original mix of technical and application-based articles, in-depth regional reports from key supply and demand centres, and topical commodity analyses from major players in the dry bulk market. In addition to being independently audited by ABC, Dry Bulk receives worldwide distribution to over 24,000 relevant readers, as well as at key industry events throughout the year. Visit www.drybulkmagazine.com for the latest industry news and updates.

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Oil and Gas Innovation

Oil and Gas Innovation embodies the true driving force of growth in the Oil and Gas sector, innovation. We are a trusted, established and expert voice in this constantly changing industry. Always on top of the latest trends with in depth analysis of innovative technologies for the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors. We pride ourselves in bringing industry related trends, news and results to our worldwide readers which is otherwise difficult to obtain. We do a great job highlighting your technology, which our readers want and need.

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Project Freight Network

Project Freight Network is an exclusive project freight network with a focus on offering added value to our members, offering tools that are industry unique and that have been recommended and praised by multinational corporations. PFN is about quality and this is what we offer as a networking organisation, looking for the best in class companies that will together form the PFN Quality Network.

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Specialists Freight Network

Based in London, UK, Specialist Freight Networks (SFN) exists to facilitate the safe and profitable exchange of business between its Members. SFN, ISO 9001:2008 Certified, is an International Group of Exclusive and non-Exclusive Specialist Freight Networks operating under one unifying umbrella. SFN links together 240+ elite independent small and medium sized freight forwarders in 106 countries, who are united in their quest to find global, trusted, specialist agents. Experts in their respective fields, SFN Members are able to handle the requirements of global importers and exporters, in an efficient and professional manner.

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International Freight Network

International Freight Network (IFN) brings together 180+ independent freight forwarders in 106 countries. Based in London, UK, IFN provides its members with the platform to connect and exchange business with other strong and proactive freight forwarders. IFN ensures it recruits only top quality companies; those dedicated to providing a highly expert service to their fellow members. In short, IFN is a growing international group of vetted business partners, ready and able to professionally handle business requests, all around the world.

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GLOBALIA LOGISTICS NETWORK

Globalia Logistics Network is an exclusive alliance of over 210 top-tier freight forwarders, strategically positioned at key air and seaports worldwide. Operating under a single brand, members benefit from disciplined cooperation, reliable partnerships, protected territories, extensive coverage, and an Annual Meeting. Globalia also stays at the forefront of technology by offering its members FreightViewer, a freight rate management software that enables instant online door-to-door quotations for clients and partners.

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UNIVERSAL FREIGHT ORGANISATION

Founded in January 2000, Universal Freight Organisation (UFO) is an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified association with representation in over 100 countries. Our exclusivity policy, which limits membership to a maximum of two members per country, is key to our success. We offer numerous benefits, including our bespoke Meeting Hub, which features the most advanced Virtual Meeting Platform in the industry, allowing members to connect and collaborate virtually.

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Forwarder Magazine

Forwarder Magazine brings you the latest press releases on a daily basis, as they're released by the global freight and transportation players. We include many of these articles in the printed version of the magazine, with a gentle bias towards those relevant to the monthly topical and regional focus.

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Transport Advancement

Transport Advancement is a leading information centric website for latest updates within the industry. We cover Railway, Road Traffic, Airways, Shipping & Port and run with an objective to provide knowledge driven content to our readers and subscribers in various forms like news, projects, upcoming events.

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Hoist Magazine

Hoist remains the only international factory crane magazine, and the only title which truly represents overhead lifting equipment and, above all, promotes it over all other forms of material handling. Hoist gives you unrivaled opportunities to reach existing and potential customers. In print, Hoist publishes ten issues a year, reaching 19,000 buyers and distributors of lifting equipment. Online, our website, hoistmagazine.com, is regularly updated with news stories, and we send out an email newsletter every other Wednesday. Hoist is owned by World Market Intelligence, premium information and marketing solution company focused on the provision of high quality information and software solutions to drive business success.

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Cross Ocean

Cross Ocean is a network of project freight forwarders belonging to the CLC Projects Group. Cross Ocean focus on both general cargo as well as project cargo. The company started on April 1 2018 and has currently 70 members active in 50 countries worldwide. Cross Ocean members meet every November in Bangkok, Thailand. The company, together with CLC Projects, similarly provides members with contacts and intel for shipowners worldwide on a VIP level. Sales and potential cargo information is shared from the network to members on a regular basis. The company allows a maximum of 2 members per country except in the biggest and most populated countries of the world.

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Project Cargo Global

Project Cargo Global published as a bi-monthly Print & Digital monthly magazine by HU Digital Media Ltd. and is circulated to over 35,000 manufacturers, exporters, importers, academics, logisticians, airlines, ocean carriers, Trucking companies, 3PLs, freight forwarders, general sales agents, airports, ports, rail companies and charter brokers. Estimated readership of over 100,000 every issue.

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Forklift Action

Forkliftaction is the global news service and B2B website with a razor-sharp focus on the very latest in materials handling. The industry respected platform offers easy access to market analysis and industry reports, product releases, technical discussion forums, safety blogs, events listings, jobs alerts, machinery trading and more. Join 70,000+ business people who use Forkliftaction.com to stay on top of the very latest developments in the global materials handling market. Subscription is free and immediate.

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flows

Flows is the Dutch-language online news platform for the world of freight transport and provides 24/24 news and updates, with a daily newsletter. Flows independent and knowledge about facts, goods and developments in shipping, transport, Flemish ports, customs and logistics. Flows brings that news from a Belgian perspective, but with a broad view of international business.

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World Freight Network

World Freight Network (WFN), ISO 9001:2008 Certified, successfully links together 25+ independent freight forwarders in 106 countries. Based in London, UK, WFN exists to facilitate the safe and profitable exchange of business between its Members. WFN recruits strong, high calibre forwarders, dedicated to providing an excellent service. Upon joining WFN, forwarders are introduced to an international group of proficient, vetted partners all sharing one goal: to increase business volumes. WFN has achieved a truly global presence and its Members have the local expertise necessary to meet the demanding requirements of the world's top importers and exporters.

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CARGO CONNECTIONS

Cargo Connections, established in 2014, is an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified general cargo network. Offering Restricted Representation, it limits membership to select freight forwarders in each country who provide air, sea, and road freight services. With a state-of-the-art website, Cargo Connections provides innovative membership benefits, including a convenient smartphone service.

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FREIGHTBOOK

Freightbook is a rapidly growing online database with over 1,500 freight forwarders in more than 140 countries. Its unique profile pages and rating system offer valuable insights into each registered company. Freightbook also features a convenient Smartphone Service for quick access to forwarders and suppliers on mobile devices, along with a comprehensive online training course on Heavy Transport. Notably, Kuehne+Nagel, Bertling Logistics, DSV Panalpina, DB Schenker, and DHL have recently enrolled several of their staff.

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Storage Terminals Magazine

Storage Terminals Magazine has been providing first-class coverage of the global bulk liquids terminal industry for 15 years now. Since the magazine’s launch we have consistently provided timely, well-written and valuable editorial to our global readership of tank terminal executives.

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Universal freight organisation

Universal Freight Organisation (UFO) was formed in January 2000 and today the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified association boasts representation in 100+ countries. UFO are proud to have maintained a ‘One Member per Country’ policy (with the exception of USA and China), making them one of the only remaining exclusive freight forwarder networks in the world.

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Move it Magazine

Move It Magazine is a be-monthly publication, offering digital and print magazines. Distributed to major professionals of heavy lifting and transport, equipment manufacturers, maritimes, logistics, construction and energy industry from over 55 countries. Move It Magazine, it’s more than 110 000 professional readers per issue in these sectors ,including 85% of decision makers which is difficult to reach. To offer you a greatest visibility we are distributed in all the countries of Europe, Middle East and Africa including the rest of the world.

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Plug and Play

Plug and Play is the leading innovation platform, connecting start-up's, corporations, venture capital firms, universities, and government agencies. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, we’re present in 50+ locations. We offer corporate innovation programs and help our corporate partners in every stage of their innovation journey, from education to execution across 20+ industries. We also organize start-up acceleration programs and have built an in-house VC to drive innovation across multiple industries where we’ve invested in hundreds of successful companies including Dropbox, Guardant Health, Honey, Lending Club, N26, PayPal, and Rappi. For more information, visit Plug and Play Tech Center.

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The Heavy lift group

The Heavy Lift Group is an international group of specialized heavy transport companies which combine their forces to offer the best expertise and service according to customer needs.

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Inside Marine

Inside Marine is recognised as one of the leading digital business-to-business publications across all sectors of the worldwide maritime industry. We have a global presence gained through our digital magazine readership, a faithful social media following and website visitors, plus partnerships with major shows and events. From ship building to ship management, ports and terminals to towage and environmental awareness, Inside Marine is on hand to report on the latest news, including product launches, technological developments, acquisitions, mergers and appointments. We also provide in-depth profiles and marketing campaigns to give companies the information they need to chart a course to sail towards fresh opportunities.

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International Transport Journal

The only trilingual and multimodal journal for transport & logistics worldwide.

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