Freight forwarder GEODIS has entered into a five-year deal with unit load device supplier Unilode Aviation Solutions who will provide the full range of ULD management solutions. The agreement includes procurement, planning, logistics, repair and digitalisation by Unilode with its network of repair centres covering GEODIS’ destinations in the Netherlands, the UK, the US, and Hong Kong. Also read: Turkish Cargo seals ULD repair deal with Unilode Stanislas Brun, senior vice president, … [Read more...] about Geodis partners with Unilode for ULD solutions
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DoKaSch launches new office and station at Narita Airport
DoKaSch Temperature Solutions continues to expand its business in Japan and Asia Pacific with a new Tokyo office and a new service station for active air cargo containers at the Narita International Airport. The family-owned supplier of temperature-controlled air cargo containers is looking to strengthen its network to ensure a reliable cold chain for highly sensitive and in-demand pharma products, especially during the pandemic. The company is promoting its main offer, the … [Read more...] about DoKaSch launches new office and station at Narita Airport
Topcast opens new office in Singapore
TOPCAST Group, a leader in aircraft parts distribution and MRO services, has opened a new office in Singapore to support the company’s growth strategy and as part of its 30th anniversary. Steven Pearson, chief executive at TOPCAST, said the move was a logical step in the company’s business expansion strategy to extend the business operations in Hong Kong. Also read: Topcast looks ahead of future MRO market “The city is rich with aviation talent. We have the opportunity to expand … [Read more...] about Topcast opens new office in Singapore
Turkish Cargo seals ULD repair deal with Unilode
Turkish Cargo has chosen Unilode Aviation Solutions for the maintenance and repair of its unit load device (ULD) fleet under a three-year agreement. Unilode will repair Turkish Cargo’s standard and heavy-duty pallets, pallet nets, cargo and special containers at 22 locations in Unilode’s EASA and FAA-certified repair network in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas, complementing the airline’s in-house repairs in Istanbul. Also read: Hongyuan Group signs 5-year ULD partnership … [Read more...] about Turkish Cargo seals ULD repair deal with Unilode
Qatar Airways switches to fire-proof cargo containers
Qatar Airways Cargo is the first cargo carrier to adopt Safran Cabin’s new fire resistant containers (FRC) after taking delivery of the initial batch of containers in late-September. Over the next five years, the Qatar flag carrier will replace its entire fleet of more than 10,000 ULDs, to be used for its bellyhold fleet, with a target of replacing 70 percent by next year. The airline’s decision to switch lied on safety issues related to the risk posed by lithium battery shipments, a … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways switches to fire-proof cargo containers
Envirotainer opens service station in Guangzhou
Envirotainer has opened a new service station for air cargo containers in Guangzhou, China from 1 November to provide ground handling for its RKN e1 and RAP e2 containers. With the addition of Guangzhou’s Baiyun airport (CAN), the company is close to establishing 60 stations for its flagship RAP e2 which is an extremely cost efficient and high-performing solution compared to other active and passive alternatives.' Also read: Asia Pacific airlines add Releye RLP for fleet use Eddy … [Read more...] about Envirotainer opens service station in Guangzhou
