Atlas Air has taken delivery of another Boeing 777 Freighter, completing the first set of four aircraft that it will operate on behalf of MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA. This aircraft adds further capacity for the forwarder’s existing weekly air freight service, including a route from Hong Kong (HKG) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). Atlas Air ordered the four freighters in January 2022, and the inaugural 777F was delivered in November 2022, with the second and third widebody … [Read more...] about Atlas Air completes MSC freighter order
ANA Cargo introduces DG AutoCheck in Tokyo, Osaka
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has taken the next step in digitalising its operations to make air cargo transport more secure and reliable as it became the first airline in Asia to implement DG AutoCheck Connect API, the newest feature of IATA's DG AutoCheck. The newly launched API will automate the transfer of data from DG AutoCheck into its international cargo system. DG AutoCheck is an electronic verification system for dangerous goods declarations based on IATA regulations, enabling the … [Read more...] about ANA Cargo introduces DG AutoCheck in Tokyo, Osaka
New air and sea freight operations chief at Dachser
Family-owned logistics service provider Dachser has promoted Dr Tobias Burger as director for its air and sea logistics (ASL) unt, succeeding his predecessor Edoardo Podestà who has announced his retirement after more than 2 decades with the company. 46-year-old Burger, who started with the new role at the start of the year, joined Dachser in 2009 and had roles in controlling and strategy development, as well as corporate governance. He became Deputy Director Air & Sea Logistics in 2019 … [Read more...] about New air and sea freight operations chief at Dachser
Scan Global Logistics expands in southern France
Scan Global Logistics is further expanding its presence in Europe and has opened a new office in the southern French city of Marseille. The new office, the company’s fourth in France since its initial opening in Lille in 2021, will provide access to the country’s second largest commercial port area with direct connectivity to Africa and the Middle East. Scan Global plans to focus initially on trade routes to Asia, particularly China and the US. The new office will also enhance the … [Read more...] about Scan Global Logistics expands in southern France
Finnair appoints Posti Group chief as next CEO
Finnair has appointed Turkka Kuusisto as its new CEO, succeeding Topi Manner who will leave the company on 15 January 2024. Kuusisto, who will join the airline on 11 July 2024 at the latest, was most recently with Finnish postal company Posti Group Corporation, where he has served as the CEO since 2020. Prior to this, the 44-year-old executive held senior leadership positions in Posti Group Corporation and Lindorff Group. Finnair has restored its profitability after the … [Read more...] about Finnair appoints Posti Group chief as next CEO
Silk Way West goes ‘paperless’ with Logipad
Silk Way West Airlines, a leading cargo airline in the Caspian and Central Asian region, is taking a strategic step towards aligning its corporate goals with eco-friendly initiatives as it partnered with logistics technology community Logipad. Logipad is a leading provider of electronic flight bag (EFB) solutions for the aviation industry. The company’s platform facilitates a shift towards digital documentation and communication, reducing reliance on traditional paper-based processes. EFB … [Read more...] about Silk Way West goes ‘paperless’ with Logipad
