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baltic
Logistics DHL eCommerce to Acquire Baltic Parcel Carrier Venipak, Strengthening European Last-Mile Network
DHL eCommerce has agreed to acquire Lithuania-based Venipak Group, expanding its last-mile delivery network in the Baltic states. The deal adds Venipak's 800 parcel lockers, 25 logistics terminals, and capabilities in B2B and B2C delivery to DHL's global express network. It reflects ongoing consolidation in European last-mile delivery.
Logistics Machine Guns on Russian LNG Carrier in the Baltic Raise Security Alarms for Shipping
The Russian LNG carrier Marshal Vasilevskiy was photographed in May with two 12.7 mm Kord heavy machine guns mounted on its bridge as it transited the Baltic Sea, according to an OCCRP investigation. At least 22 individuals with military or security service backgrounds were identified aboard, raising concerns about the militarisation of commercial shipping and its implications for maritime security and sanctions enforcement.