In a few days, aviation safety experts from around the world will assemble in Hanoi, Vietnam for the inaugural World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC), organized by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), with Vietnam Airlines as the host airline. Under the theme, “Leadership in Action: Driving Safer and More Efficient Operations,” the WSOC will take place on 19-21 September and explore a host of different topics related to safety and operational efficiency across four session … [Read more...] about Safety is aviation’s top priority at the IATA WSOC in Hanoi
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Lufthansa Group hosts Sustainability Day in Singapore
Europe’s largest airline group, the Lufthansa Group, hosted more than 160 guests on 24 August to discuss the future of sustainable aviation at Singapore’s newest green hotel, the Pan Pacific Orchard. The event brought together representatives from the airline industry, governments, airport authorities, educators, and major airplane manufacturers to discuss how the aviation industry is quickly responding to evolving market demands and offering customers sustainable choices. The event … [Read more...] about Lufthansa Group hosts Sustainability Day in Singapore
Changi inks agreement to help develop Cairo Cargo City
Changi Airports International (CAI) has signed an agreement with Cairo Airport Company, which is expected to help position Cairo International Airport as a cargo and logistics hub. The Singapore-based airport consultancy firm will work with the airport operator in Egypt for a feasibility study for the development of Cairo Cargo City, a new area at Cairo International Airport that has been earmarked for cargo and logistics development. Another consultancy agreement was signed for the … [Read more...] about Changi inks agreement to help develop Cairo Cargo City
Etihad Cargo stretches express moves on e-commerce
With cargo volumes way below what the industry saw over the last 2 years, airlines, logistics players and other stakeholders are trying to figure out which sectors could likely drive back more shipments moving by air. One of those that could be a driving factor is e-commerce, particularly exports coming from Asia. With operations between Abu Dhabi and China, Etihad Cargo is well aware of this trend and has been a step ahead in maximising the opportunities. In April this year, it added a fourth … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo stretches express moves on e-commerce
SingPost’s Li Yu on e-commerce, logistics and more
Singapore Post announced dividends in May as the group posted a record revenue of S$1.9 billion for the financial year 2022/2023, with the international business contributing around 90 percent of the total. In an unpredictable market environment, SingPost’s logistics unit contributed 90 percent of the total operating profit, serving as a buffer for the decline in the postal segment. The postal group is on the verge of transforming into a global e-commerce logistics enterprise with its recent … [Read more...] about SingPost’s Li Yu on e-commerce, logistics and more
Cainiao’s 10th year: Mastering e-commerce logistics
Cainiao turned 10 this year and has evolved from plugging existing gaps in the industry using proprietary technologies, to one that prioritizes customer-centricity. At the company’s recent global summit in June, the company pledged a new benchmark global delivery service, one that will take five working days across the smart logistics network that it is progressively building. The move is rightfully so given the influence of online shopping and e-commerce on logistics players and the need to … [Read more...] about Cainiao’s 10th year: Mastering e-commerce logistics