Cainiao Network, the logistics arm of Alibaba Group, is expanding its air freight network from its fulfillment hub at Kuala Lumpur airport (KUL) in Malaysia with the launch of new export routes. First phase will see the launch of a new service to connect Kuala Lumpur to London three times each week, with a cargo capacity up to 300 kilograms per trip. Cainiao will also offer direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Hangzhou in China five times a week, with a cargo capacity of 23,000 kilograms or 23 … [Read more...] about Cainiao boosts air freight network from Kuala Lumpur hub
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DHL Express signs landmark SAF deals with bp and Neste
DHL Express has made a major step towards its decarbonization and sustainability goals after signing landmark deals with bp and Neste to provide more than 800 million liters of sustainable aviation duel (SAF) within the next five years. DHL Express chief, John Pearson, said the key focus is to inspire more SAF suppliers to address the current supply gap. “At the same time, we are calling on policy makers to set the right framework to accelerate market ramp up of SAF in the EU and worldwide, … [Read more...] about DHL Express signs landmark SAF deals with bp and Neste
JD.com’s new charter service links China to Europe, Brazil
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has scheduled new cargo charter services from China to Brazil and Germany which will be operated by Angola Airlines and Capital Airlines. The new charter services, launched on March 17 and 19, respectively, will see Angola Airlines connect Hong Kong International Airport and Guarulhos International Airport in Sao Paulo two times each week. The inaugural flight carried a variety of e-commerce goods from China, including FMCG products, sports equipment and … [Read more...] about JD.com’s new charter service links China to Europe, Brazil
DHL Express, SIA seal 777F deal to meet ecommerce boom
DHL Express is adding more capacity from Asia Pacific to the Americas with a crew and maintenance agreement (CM) with long-time partner Singapore Airlines (SIA) who will operate five Boeing 777 freighters for the integrator. The initial agreement is set for more than four years with the opportunity for an extension. As part of the agreement, the first aircraft will be delivered in July 2022, with the second one expected in October. The remaining three aircraft are planned for delivery … [Read more...] about DHL Express, SIA seal 777F deal to meet ecommerce boom
Cainiao charters B777F between Hong Kong and Brazil
Cainiao Network (Cainiao) has partnered with Qatar Airways to launch a weekly charter flight using a B777F freighter from Hong Kong (HKG) to São Paulo (GRU). The Alibaba logistics unit said the move comes as e-commerce retail in Brazil is growing at a ‘phenomenal’ rate. Caniao’s business in Latin America saw a three-figure growth rate over the past year and has driven a focused air cargo network expansion in recent months to secure smooth supply chain performance. On 5 March, Cainiao’s … [Read more...] about Cainiao charters B777F between Hong Kong and Brazil
FedEx on SMEs, e-commerce and reimagining logistics
The rapid rise in e-commerce has led to higher customer demand for timeliness and flexibility in logistics services, creating new challenges and opportunities for the entire industry. The speed with which a parcel can be picked up and delivered to doorsteps has become a ‘considering factor’ for integrators like FedEx to test and develop new advancements and technologies like sorting robots in warehouses and unmanned delivery vehicles in urban cities. In this interview, Payload Asia talks … [Read more...] about FedEx on SMEs, e-commerce and reimagining logistics
