Aircraft component and part-out specialist APOC Aviation has announced the opening of its warehouse in Singapore as part of its expansion plans outside Europe. The new APOC facility will provide airlines and MRO companies in Asia Pacific with faster access to spare parts and components for their A320 family and B737 aircraft. “An Asia Pacific base means our stock is in place ready to serve the region as Asian operators get their fleets flying again,” Karim Grinate, vice president of … [Read more...] about APOC Aviation opens new Singapore facility
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IAI inks contracts to upgrade South Korea’s Air Force jets
IAI (Israel Aerospace Industries) secured avionic upgrade contracts worth approximately US$50 million for three different aircraft types used by South Korea’s Air Force. The upgrades, which include converting a used aircraft and retrofitting all or parts of it with new and advanced avionic systems, are set to be carried out in the next two years, according to an Israeli news site. IAI recently relocated the wing assembly line for the company’s G280 executive jet to South Korea, considered … [Read more...] about IAI inks contracts to upgrade South Korea’s Air Force jets
DHL Express paves path to zero emissions with Shell SAF deal
As the aviation industry bolsters its climate action initiatives and with online shoppers become even more environmentally conscious about their purchases, Shell Aviation has signed an agreement with DHL Express to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for regular flights from Schiphol Airport. With commercial airlines operating at a reduced capacity, Shell sees the deal as way for the cargo sector to influence the take-up of SAF in the aviation industry, saying that cargo operators can play … [Read more...] about DHL Express paves path to zero emissions with Shell SAF deal
More cargo in cabin: Charter operator RoyalJet uses HAECO containers, bags
Abu Dhabi-based RoyalJet is making more space for cargo on passenger seats and finding ways too add more revenue as the charter operator deployed in-seat package stowage systems designed by HAECO on its Boeing 737-700 aircraft. “In our drive to enhance the capabilities of our fleet during these challenging times we have been searching for ways to allow our customers to transport more precious cargo on their trips,” explained Rob DiCastri, Royal Jet CEO. “Of the solutions we considered, … [Read more...] about More cargo in cabin: Charter operator RoyalJet uses HAECO containers, bags
Envirotainer, Unilode expand partnership to support vaccine distribution
As supply chains prepare for the upcoming worldwide demand of coronavirus vaccines, Envirotainer and Unilode expanded its partnership to ensure the availability of temperature-controlled containers for the fast and safe delivery of the much needed vaccines across the world. The latest joint initiative includes the development of pop-up ground handling and repair shops, close to key pharmaceutical production hubs, on short notice, for large distribution. Also read: Swedish manufacturer … [Read more...] about Envirotainer, Unilode expand partnership to support vaccine distribution
Challenges and opportunities for logistics companies
Among the highlights of the Asian Logistics and Maritime Conference (ALMC) was the plenary session, “Where Opportunity Knocks – Asia Supply Chain Wedged between Challenging Geopolitics. The moderator was Patrick Lau, Deputy Executive Director, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (left). Speakers (from second-left) were Coleman Nee, Senior Economist, Economic Research and Statistics Division, World Trade Organization; Kamun Chang, Managing Director, Li & Fung Development (China) Limited; Lau … [Read more...] about Challenges and opportunities for logistics companies
