Liege Airport has been shortlisted once again for European Airport of the Year at this year’s PLA Awards after winning the award last year. In a recent interview, Payload Asia talks to Steven Verhasselt, commercial VP at LGG, as he gives his take on the current market situation, where the air cargo industry is headed, and how the airport is gearing up for another peak season. What are the challenges faced by air hubs given the wave of coronavirus cases seen across the globe, and how has Liege … [Read more...] about Liege Airport on gearing up for peak season
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Hactl takes next step into hub automation with APS robot
Press release Hong Kong’s leading ground and cargo handler Hactl has taken its first step into robotics with the opening of a new automated parts store (APS) for its giant container- and loose cargo handling systems. The robotically operated parts dispensing system enables urgently-needed spares to be quickly accessed around the clock, both for routine maintenance and in the event of occasional breakdowns. Hactl’s automated and highly complex Container Storage System (CSS) has 11 … [Read more...] about Hactl takes next step into hub automation with APS robot
Chief on Hactl turning 45: ‘efficiency is our middle name’
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals is turning 45 this year, and you can only imagine the wealth of expertise one can learn from, from an experienced player in the air cargo and logistics supply chain. Payload Asia got a chance to do a quick email interview with Hactl’s chief, Wilson Kwong, as he shared his thoughts on sustainability, innovation, and how to simplify cargo and ground handling for the world’s top airlines in Hong Kong through transparency and automation. How is Hactl looking to get … [Read more...] about Chief on Hactl turning 45: ‘efficiency is our middle name’
SF Airlines maps out ongoing and future growth plans
Regardless of what you know or what you may not know about SF Airlines, it still has the largest cargo air fleet in China. SF Airlines belongs to SF Holding, considered the largest integrated logistics service provider in China. In a year when transport capacity congestion was seen throughout global supply chains, SF Airlines saw significant changes to its air network layout, which saw international volumes jump 400 percent versus the previous year. In total, the carrier operated 45,000 … [Read more...] about SF Airlines maps out ongoing and future growth plans
Cainiao adds capacity for Japanese exports to China
Alibaba's Cainiao Network announced a partnership with sea & air freight customs brokerage SGH Global Japan (SGJ) to help Japanese businesses gain better access to the Chinese market, in time for major shopping festivals like the 618 this month and Double 11 in November. “Japan has always been a key market for us,” said James Zhao, General Manager of Cainiao Global Supply Chain. “SGJ has demonstrated extensive logistics capabilities and business connections that will be instrumental in … [Read more...] about Cainiao adds capacity for Japanese exports to China
SATS buys major stake in Thai food manufacturer
Food and gateway services provider SATS is set to buy Thai food company Food City for US$15.9 million ($21 million), the company announced in a press release this week. This will give SATS majority control or 85 percent of the food production company, which includes the 30,000-sqm Pathumthani food production facility. Following the acquisition, this facility will be configured to produce 90,000 ready-to-eat meals daily. Also read: dnata earns IATA’s CEIV Fresh certification in … [Read more...] about SATS buys major stake in Thai food manufacturer
