A mixture of asset write-downs, restructuring, consolidation and recovery is on the cards for the Japanese airfreight sector, according to a new report from Business Monitor International . The bankrupt Japan Airlines (JAL), Asia's largest air carrier, was expected to have registered an operating loss of nearly US$1.7 billion in the fiscal year ended 31 March 2010. This was attributed to a sharp decline in revenues resulting from a rapid slowdown in the Japanese economy. After 2009's very steep … [Read more...] about Still some turbulance in Japan's air cargo sector
Equipment
TSA claims 100% screening a success, but int’l in a “few years”
The US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has said the 1 August deadline for 100% screening of air cargo on domestic passenger aircraft was successfully implemented, but that the same goal for international cargo would only be met in a "few years" time. The TSA said it is continuing its work to improve cargo security on passenger flights originating in other countries, with TSA administrator John S. Pistole saying: "International air cargo is more secure than it has ever been." "TSA … [Read more...] about TSA claims 100% screening a success, but int’l in a “few years”
TSA claims 100% screening a success, but int'l in a "few years"
The US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has said the 1 August deadline for 100% screening of air cargo on domestic passenger aircraft was successfully implemented, but that the same goal for international cargo would only be met in a "few years" time. The TSA said it is continuing its work to improve cargo security on passenger flights originating in other countries, with TSA administrator John S. Pistole saying: "International air cargo is more secure than it has ever been." "TSA … [Read more...] about TSA claims 100% screening a success, but int'l in a "few years"
MAS to invest in new ERP system
Malaysia Airlines (MAS) says it will invest more than RMB320 million (US$136.9 million) to purchase a new SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to centralise its data as it strives to streamline operations and maximise business efficiency. By implementing the new ERP system MAS is targeting around RMB120 million in annual savings. The system is designed to manage maintenance, repair and overhaul functions. … [Read more...] about MAS to invest in new ERP system
Cathay opts for CSafe for pharma product
CSafe, manufacturer of the AcuTemp RKN active temperature controlled cargo container, and Cathay Pacific have signed a master lease agreement for CSafe’s temperature controlled containers. The agreement enhances the product offerings provided by Cathay Pacific’s PHARMA LIFT service in meeting the needs of healthcare and pharmaceutical customers that require strict temperature control of their products during transport, the two said in a statement. “We have had much … [Read more...] about Cathay opts for CSafe for pharma product
Mercator establishes Bangkok branch
Following the acquisition of tikAERO Mercator, the airline IT solutions provider of the Emirates Group has established a new office in Bangkok, Thailand from 29 June. The office will be known as Mercator Asia and will provide a base for the ongoing development of the system and other passenger related solutions, the company said. “Establishing a Mercator office in the Asia Region is a very positive step for us,†said Patrick Naef, divisional senior vice president Emirates … [Read more...] about Mercator establishes Bangkok branch
