With eight years of industry experience under her belt, working to boost the reputation of the GSSA giant ECS Group and of its clients, Audrey Serdjebi, former Chief Communications & Marketing Officer at ECS Group, is setting up her own communications agency. Lemon Queen is THE new communications agency that specializes in air freight, and also offers real added value by organizing challenges. Lemon Queen’s aim is to change the face of communication and to offer high-quality services to … [Read more...] about Lemon Queen new communication agency specializing in air freight
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Virgin Atlantic and Delta Cargo opens new facility
Virgin Atlantic Cargo and Delta Cargo have opened a state-of-the-art export facility at London Heathrow to future-proof the joint venture’s growth plans in the U.K. market. This is supported by new technologies that will enhance business continuity, as well as deliver significant improvements and transparency in the customer delivery experience. Opened on schedule, the new facility is the first phase of Virgin Atlantic Cargo and Delta Cargo’s expansion programme to double cargo … [Read more...] about Virgin Atlantic and Delta Cargo opens new facility
IATA launches 25by2025campaign
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) launched the 25by2025campaign—an airline industry initiative to advance gender diversity in the airline industry by 2025. The 25by2025 Campaign is a voluntary commitment by participating IATA member airlines. Key among the commitments of airlines participating in the 25by2025 Campaign are: Increasing the number of women in senior positions (to be defined by the member airlines) by either 25% against currently reported … [Read more...] about IATA launches 25by2025campaign
Davies Turner trainee recruitment programme enters 10th year
The trainee recruitment programme operated by leading UK independent freight forwarder and logistics company Davies Turner & Co Ltd has entered its 10th year. The Davies Turner training scheme, which includes both BIFA-accredited and in-house training in its wide-ranging and multimodal freight services, as well as its international logistics operations, offers an excellent foundation in all elements of the forwarding industry. The new trainees will learn all aspects of Davies Turner’s … [Read more...] about Davies Turner trainee recruitment programme enters 10th year
Vistara partners with Airbus
Vistara, India’s full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, has signed a contract to partner with Airbus for their Flight Hour Services - Tailored Services Package (FHS-TSP). The contract will cover engineering and maintenance for 62 aircraft, including 23 existing ones. The FHS-TSP contract provides integrated and guaranteed services ranging from the supply and repair of components to the manufacturer’s unique Fleet Technical Management service. … [Read more...] about Vistara partners with Airbus
Pratt & Whitney GTF Engines power JetBlue’s Airbus A321neo
Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp. (UTX), along with Airbus and JetBlue Airways (JetBlue) celebrated the entry into service of JetBlue's A321neo aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines. The event was commemorated with a gate celebration at John F. Kennedy Airport's Terminal 5 in New York with representatives from JetBlue, Airbus and Pratt & Whitney in attendance. JetBlue currently has on order 85 GTF-powered A320neo family aircraft, … [Read more...] about Pratt & Whitney GTF Engines power JetBlue’s Airbus A321neo