The long and often fractious relationship between the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) is set to turn over a new leaf after nearly three years of intensive discussions, although sticking points – like issues relating to CASS settlement system – remain. These talks have revolved around the fundamental issue of the need to evolve and clarify what has been the historical role of freight forwarders in their … [Read more...] about Carriers, forwarders set to embark on a new relationship
IATA’s cargo team aims for ‘lean, productive & innovative’
It’s all about transformation,” says IATA’s global head of cargo, Glyn Hughes in reference to a significant organisation-wide restructuring which began with the cargo division. “We need to transform because the people we are providing services for, that are using the system are transforming. “Th e industry that they are operating in has changed and we need to make sure that as an industry, that we are effectively supporting that change with how we are doing things ourselves,” he added. Th … [Read more...] about IATA’s cargo team aims for ‘lean, productive & innovative’
IATA’s cargo team aims for ‘lean, productive & innovative’
It’s all about transformation,” says IATA’s global head of cargo, Glyn Hughes in reference to a significant organisation-wide restructuring which began with the cargo division. “We need to transform because the people we are providing services for, that are using the system are transforming. “Th e industry that they are operating in has changed and we need to make sure that as an industry, that we are effectively supporting that change with how we are doing things ourselves,” he added. Th e … [Read more...] about IATA’s cargo team aims for ‘lean, productive & innovative’
Gov’ts need to do more on Li battery problem: IATA
The issue of lithium battery shipments onboard freighters and the belly holds of passenger aircraft is again at the forefront of safety concerns as Christmas approaches and the volume of electronic gadgets relying on lithium batteries surges. Th e latest ‘problem child’ is this year’s toy of choice, the so-called ‘hoverboards’, a two-wheeled transportation device that relies on a larger-capacity lithium battery. Numerous reports of the devices catching fi re and even exploding while charging … [Read more...] about Gov’ts need to do more on Li battery problem: IATA
FedEx announces Asian grant winners
FedEx Express (FedEx) has announced the winners of the first-ever FedEx Small Business Grant Contest in Asia Pacific. The contest was open to all for-profit small businesses that met entry criteria around the number of employees in the organisation and the length of time the companies had been established, among others. First rolled out in the US three years ago, this year marked the fi rst time that the FedEx Small Business Grant Contest was held in other regions of the world. In addition … [Read more...] about FedEx announces Asian grant winners
Zalora signs returns deal with Pos Indonesia
Fashion e-tailer Zalora has signed a new collaboration agreement with Indonesia’s national postal operator, Pos Indonesia, to supply customers with a free returns service at any of its 4,154 post offices. Zalora offers online shoppers more than 70,000 fashion products, including clothing, shoes, handbags, accessories and cosmetics for men and women. Anthony Fung, managing director, Zalora, said: “Through this collaboration, all Zalora customers will have the ease of returning their goods free … [Read more...] about Zalora signs returns deal with Pos Indonesia
