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Cainiao partners with AliExpress for 5-day delivery
CAINIAO Group, the logistics arm of Alibaba Group, will be partnering with AliExpress to launch an industry first 5-day global delivery service offering, said Cainiao CEO Wan Lin while speaking at its annual Global Smart Logistics Summit. He provided an update on four business priorities this year, which includes…
Read MoreCanadian dock workers’ strike may cause shift to airfreight
CANADIAN dock workers’ strike at the ports of Vancouver and Prince Rupert hasn’t yet resulted in a shift of cargo from sea to air, but there could be disruption to supply chains, the Airforwarders Association (AfA) has warned. AfA Executive Director Brandon Fried said that if the strike action…
Read MoreCathay Cargo launches new brand campaign ‘We Know How’; building on its air cargo expertise
Cathay Cargo has launched its new brand campaign, “We Know How”, showcasing the brand’s strength and experience as a reliable expert in air cargo solutions. From temperature-sensitive vaccines and fresh produce to cars and caring for champion racehorses, Cathay Cargo experts ensure that all cargo arrives ready to make…
Read MoreJettainer puts the first fully certified fire-resistant containers into service for Lufthansa Cargo
Jettainer’s customers can now enjoy the benefits of using the first fully certified fire-resistant AMX unit load devices (ULDs). The global market leader in outsourced ULD management is sourcing these containers from the American ULD manufacturer Satco Inc. These fire-resistant containers (FRCs) are certified in accordance with the latest…
Read MoreAlstef Group & SACO in strategic partnership to provide innovative air cargo handling systems
Alstef Group, a leading provider of automated solutions for airports, intra-logistics and post & parcel handling, and SACO, a global leader in air cargo handling equipment, have announced a strategic partnership to provide innovative air cargo handling systems. This partnership is aimed at delivering cutting-edge solutions to increase efficiency,…
Read MoreResearch reveals retailers plan to bring down the cost & environmental impact of returns
New global research from DHL Supply Chain among e-commerce decision makers in retail and consumer goods businesses reveals that the rise in returns is driving a major re-evaluation of policies and processes. Nearly half of the businesses surveyed are considering changes to returns handling processes to bring down the…
Read MoreMerlin advances the future of automated flight in air cargo
Merlin, an aviation technology company advancing the future of automated flight, has announced it successfully completed 25 test flights in Alaska following a $1 million contract with the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to demonstrate a highly-automated flight control system in conjunction with a safety pilot. In partnership with…
Read MoreDHL Express opens new hub in Atlanta
DHL Express, the world’s leading provider of express shipping services, has announced the grand opening of its Americas region hub based at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). With a focus on sustainability, the $84.5 million investment further strengthens the company’s connections and service capabilities between the US and…
Read MoreNeo Air Group continues expansion with two more appointments
Neo Air Group, the fast-growing cargo charter and aviation services provider, is continuing its expansion with two further appointments – bringing to seven the total of new key recruits for 2023 to date. Nadin Schuck joins Neo as Sales Specialist, working in its recently-launched Airfreight department, which provides solutions exclusively…
Read MoreAD Ports Logistics & Acino sign global pharma freight forwarding agreement
AD Ports Logistics (ADPL), a subsidiary of the Logistics Cluster, AD Ports Group, the leading global facilitator of trade, logistics and industry based in Abu Dhabi, and Acino, a Swiss pharmaceutical company that develops and manufactures well-proven and innovative medicines, have signed a milestone agreement for ADPL to provide…
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