Brussels Airport wrapped up 2015 with a year of strong growth on both the passenger side (up 7.0 per cent) and cargo with a full 7.8 per cent growth over the previous year thanks to the full freighter and express segments. The growth in freight was an "exceptionally strong result in comparison with other European airports where freight transport has grown only slightly or even decreased,” the airport noted. Belly cargo remained stable in comparison with 2014, but the express services and … [Read more...] about Brussels enjoys robust 7.8% cargo growth in 2015
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United Cargo inaugurates Newark TempControl Center
United Cargo recently celebrated the grand openingof its new TempControl Center at its hub at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). TempControl is United Cargo’s service for commodities requiring temperature-controlled transport. The new facility includes the features and innovations most requested by United’s TempControl customers, including +15C to +25C controlled room temperature, the capacity to simultaneously house 48 RKN units, electrical connectivity for all units and a number of … [Read more...] about United Cargo inaugurates Newark TempControl Center
Stifle Logistics Confidence Index sinks to new low
With a score of 45.4, the December edition of the Stifle Logistics Confidence Index has recorded its lowest ever total, amidst a continued pattern of decline. Of the four trade lanes covered by the Index, Europe to US continues to be the most positive, representing the highest-scoring route across both air and sea as well as current and expected situation, with continued strength of the US dollar against the Euro helping to boost performance. By contrast, the performance of trade lanes … [Read more...] about Stifle Logistics Confidence Index sinks to new low
Jordan’s Queen Alia Int’l grows volumes 9.6% in Nov
Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) handled 8,612 tonnes of cargo in November 2015, a 1.7 per cent decline month-on-month and a 9.6 per cent increase year-on-year, according to figures issued by the Airport International Group (AIG). During the first 11 months of 2015, the airport handled 90,928 tonnes of cargo, a 6.7 per cent increase from the corresponding period in 2014. QAIA, which is situated 35 kilometers south of the centre of Jordan's capital, Amman, was established in 1983. Since … [Read more...] about Jordan’s Queen Alia Int’l grows volumes 9.6% in Nov
LAN CARGO earns ISO 14001:2004 certification at MIA
Following a full external audit, LAN CARGO became the first cargo airline operating at Miami International Airport to obtain ISO 14001:2004 certification for its Environmental Management System. The system consists of a series of processes and practices that allow to identify, control, manage and reduce the environmental impact of all its ground operations, including the recently-inaugurated maintenance hangar. “We want to be one of the best airline groups in the world and caring for the … [Read more...] about LAN CARGO earns ISO 14001:2004 certification at MIA
Schiphol Cargo publishes pharma logistics ebook
Pharma logistics professionals who succeed in transforming their supply chain will have a major impact on their organisation’s success and those who innovate best will position themselves to transform logistics from a cost centre to a true source of competitive advantage, is one of the main conclusions of a new book by Schiphol Cargo. The eBook, Vision Pharma Logistics 2020: Insights and practical advice, published by the dedicated cargo department of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and features … [Read more...] about Schiphol Cargo publishes pharma logistics ebook