DHL Express has opened a new logistics hub at Milan’s Malpensa Airport (MXP), valued at €110 million (US$131 million) euros, as part of a €350 million (US$418 million) investment plan in Italy. The company will operate over 30 daily flights from the new hub and nearly 38,000 pieces per hour through automated sorting and scanning systems, it noted, enabling 12 times more operational capacity. It integrates both air cargo services and a service centre for last mile pick-up and delivery. The … [Read more...] about DHL Express opens $131m hub at Malpensa Airport
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Adani Airports rolls out Kale cargo handling software
IT provider Kale Logistics Solutions announced last week that Adani Airports is set to implement its cargo handling system GALAXY in various airports across India. “The cloud-based system GALAXY expected is a cargo handling software covering comprehensive operations for import, export and transit. “With GALAXY, users can experience complete automation, clear visibility, control, collaboration, and seamless integration within the stakeholder network. It is used at 80+ airports in USA, Europe, … [Read more...] about Adani Airports rolls out Kale cargo handling software
Smiths Detection scanner ok’d as cargo screening tightens
Smiths Detection, a manufacturer of threat detection and security screening technologies based in the US, on Monday announced that its dual-view air cargo scanner has been approved by the TSA. “The HI-SCAN 145180-2is pro has been added onto the ‘Qualified” section of the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Air Cargo Screening Technology List (ACSTL) under the latest programme requirements to ensure security of cargo aboard aircraft,” the company stated in a press release. The … [Read more...] about Smiths Detection scanner ok’d as cargo screening tightens
Changi welcomes SpiceJet’s scheduled cargo service
Changi Airport is set to see more cargo capacity between Singapore and India as SpiceJet has launched two weekly services between the city state and three Indian cities, including Bangalore, Chennai and Mumbai. A B737F, operated by its cargo arm SpiceXpress, flew in from Chennai on 20 February, and the new scheduled services is expected to add much needed capacity. This is a welcome development for Singapore’s air hub particularly as it has been in talks with the Indian carrier for several … [Read more...] about Changi welcomes SpiceJet’s scheduled cargo service
HKIA’s cargo volume up 14 percent in January
Despite the unprecedented challenges brought by the pandemic, Hong Kong International Airport’s cargo throughput in the first month of the year grew 14.1 percent year on year to 409,000 tonnes. The Lunar calendar may have a lot to do with the increase, as HKIA explained the year-on-year growth recorded was mainly due to a low base for comparison, given that last year’s Chinese New Year period was in January, when most factories in China were closed. Cargo imports and exports at HKIA jumped … [Read more...] about HKIA’s cargo volume up 14 percent in January
Dubai launches alliance to speed up vaccine transport
Dubai has launched an alliance to speed up distribution of Covid-19 vaccines particularly to emerging markets that have been hit hard by the pandemic and where transport and logistics will likely be a challenge. The Dubai Vaccine Logistics Alliance supports the WHO’s COVAX initiative and its efforts to equitably distribute two billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines in 2021. The move will combine the expertise and global reach of Emirates SkyCargo with DP World’s worldwide network of ports and … [Read more...] about Dubai launches alliance to speed up vaccine transport