The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the publication of the first edition of the Lithium Battery Risk Mitigation Guidance for Operators. This free online guidance material provides airline operators with critical information related to the safe handling and transport of lithium batteries by air. “Lithium batteries are safe to transport provided that they are designed, tested, manufactured and packaged in accordance with the global transport safety standards. … [Read more...] about IATA releases lithium battery guidance
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Dentressangle appoints US manager for air and sea
Christophe brings with him a proven track record and almost 30 years of industry experience, with particular expertise in the French, US, Hong Kong and Chinese markets. He will be working to build on Norbert Dentressangle Air & Sea's expertise in the hi-tech, luxury and fashion goods, aerospace, chemicals and project cargo sectors, and to advance the company's position as a major player on the USA-Europe, USA-Far East and USA-South America trade lanes. Christophe Bigot says: "In the … [Read more...] about Dentressangle appoints US manager for air and sea
DHL to launch innovation centre in Singapore
Deutsche Post DHL is to open an Asia Pacific innovation centre in Singapore next year to pioneer sustainable solutions to keep world trade on the move. With an initial investment of S$10 million (EUR6 million), the Asia Pacific Innovation Centre (APIC) in Singapore will be the first centre for innovative logistics services and solutions in the region. Due to be launched in the third quarter of 2015, the APIC is a partnership with Singapore's Economic Development Board (EDB) and will be DHL's … [Read more...] about DHL to launch innovation centre in Singapore
Crane appoints new UAE country manager
Crane Worldwide Logistics has appointed Michael J. Karam to take the reins and lead the progress in its United Arab Emirates operations. “Michael has significant experience working in the Middle East in both the 3PL and shipping environment, and we are delighted to welcome him to the management team,” said Gerard Ryan, regional vice president for the EMEA region at Crane Worldwide. “There are exciting times ahead for Crane Worldwide Logistics in the region. There is a rapid … [Read more...] about Crane appoints new UAE country manager
Singapore and EU conclude FTA negotiations
The European Union and Singapore have successfully concluded talks on the Investment Protection Chapter of the EU-Singapore Free Trade Agreement (EUSFTA). Once the parties have signed and ratified the agreement, EU exporters will be able to ship any goods to Singapore without paying import duties. The two sides have also granted bilateral access to many service markets. 'The conclusion of this chapter marks a very important step in our partnership with Singapore, strengthening our investment … [Read more...] about Singapore and EU conclude FTA negotiations
Menlo Logistics to invest in Thailand and Malaysia
Menlo Logistics, the US$1.5 billion global logistics and supply chain management subsidiary of Con-way Inc., will increase its presence in Thailand and Malaysia, and adding to its portfolio supply chain services for two major new industries as key opportunities for 2015. These and other developments, including the company's recent rebranding initiative, were discussed in a briefing held last week in Singapore hosted by Robert Bassett, Menlo's vice president of marketing and sales, and … [Read more...] about Menlo Logistics to invest in Thailand and Malaysia
