A new mandate has been issues by the Council of the European Union to the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). EASA welcomes this new responsibilities, and adopts of updated aviation safety rules for Europe. This new mandate consolidates EASA’s scope to cover the full spectrum of the aviation landscape and reinforces the European aviation system as a whole, with the possibility for EASA and European Member States to work closer together in a flexible … [Read more...] about New Responsibilities for EASA
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Al-Futtaim Logistics expands in Saudi Arabia
The expansion of Al-Futtaim Logistics sees them opening a second warehouse facility in Riyadh, where it is a metropolis city. This new centre will co-exist with the company’s primary warehouse, and scale up to 15,000 sqms. Driven by consumer demand, the two facilities currently handle retail brands with categories including fashion, footwear, hardware, DIY furniture and home appliances. The distribution centres are an extension of the Al-Futtaim company’s 3PL solutions to … [Read more...] about Al-Futtaim Logistics expands in Saudi Arabia
Silk Way West Airlines aids humanitarian mission
With supplies critically needed in Northern Iraq, German NGO “Wings of Help” are flying urgently needed aid supplies over. This is aided by Silk Way West Airlines. The situation in North Iraq sees about 4,000 children below the age of three and about 3,500 orphans, and Silk Way West Airlines aids in the cause by sending its 747 full freighter from Frankfurt Hahn Airport having on board infant food, diapers and rusk. “For us this project is a matter truly dear to our … [Read more...] about Silk Way West Airlines aids humanitarian mission
X2 Logistics Networks launches in Asia
The launch of X2 Asia Global, by X2 Logistics Networks makes way for an Asian focused logistics network designed to provide Asian freight forwarders. This new division would see strong international partnership with freight forwarders outside of Asia with reliable and experienced partners within the region. Much of the world is focused on Asia with good reason. It’s a region of strong and growing economies as well as populations that are exporting not only goods but … [Read more...] about X2 Logistics Networks launches in Asia
Turkish Cargo relocates live stocks up in clouds safely
As the fastest-growing air cargo brand around the world, Turkish Cargo has successfully relocated 16 months-old 3 giraffes from Johannesburg to Tehran. This is made possible by a connecting flight via Istanbul. During which, the giraffes were accompanied by their keepers, veterinarians and IATA Live Animals Regulation (International Air Transport Association - Live Animals Regulations) certificated personnel of Turkish Cargo. This service is being offered to 122 countries, as Turkish Cargo seeks … [Read more...] about Turkish Cargo relocates live stocks up in clouds safely
New destinations in North America by LATAM Cargo Group
LATAM Cargo Group launched their new non-stop routes to Europe, and along with that, they are looking to strengthen the ties between Miami, and northern Chile. In an effort to boost connectivity in Chile's far north and consistent with its expansion plan, LATAM Cargo has added a direct route from Miami to Antofagasta and from Antofagasta to Santiago with two weekly frequencies operated by a B767F with a 50-ton capacity. Chile’s north is a strategic region due to its … [Read more...] about New destinations in North America by LATAM Cargo Group
