DHL Express and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have renewed their crew and maintenance agreement for five Boeing 777 freighters based at Singapore Changi Airport. Under the agreement, SIA pilots will continue to operate the five freighters, while SIA engineers will oversee their maintenance. These five freighters support DHL’s intercontinental air network, connecting its South Asia Hub in Singapore with key destinations in the United States. Mr Travis Cobb, Executive Vice President for Network … [Read more...] about DHL Express and Singapore Airlines extend Boeing 777 freighter partnership
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DHL invests in greater Middle East-Africa connectivity with new aviation lane
DHL Express (www.DHL.com) has marked an important milestone in its regional aviation network with the successful operation of the first direct DHL flight between Bahrain and South Africa. The inaugural flight arrived at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, opening a new weekly aviation lane operated by a DHL Express B767/F freighter. The route reinforces DHL’s continued investment in strengthening Sub-Saharan Africa network connectivity, expanding heavier-weight capability, … [Read more...] about DHL invests in greater Middle East-Africa connectivity with new aviation lane
DHL Express sees rise in heavyweight shipments in Asia Pacific as businesses circumvent unpredictability
Following DHL Express’s introduction of Heavy Weight Express (HWX) this year, DHL Express recorded a 16% growth in its Time Definite International Weight per Day in Asia Pacific (excluding China) between January and July 2026. This reflects how DHL’s Smart Industrial Growth Strategy is yielding positive outcomes as businesses are moving heavier, critical components, machinery, and industrial equipment across borders. The heavyweight market has been gaining traction in recent years. Industry … [Read more...] about DHL Express sees rise in heavyweight shipments in Asia Pacific as businesses circumvent unpredictability
Cainiao expands Mexico local express network nationwide
Cainiao announced that its local express network in Mexico has expanded from 20 states to nationwide coverage. The company has also launched local pickup services in Mexico City and the State of Mexico. As Cainiao continues to strengthen its self-operated network, customs clearance capabilities and local pickup services, its end-to-end logistics capabilities in Mexico have been further enhanced. The company has also built strong partnerships with leading cross-border and local e-commerce … [Read more...] about Cainiao expands Mexico local express network nationwide
DHL Express launches direct Shanghai-Bangkok flight to support growing trade flows across China and Indochina
DHL Express has added a new direct flight between Shanghai and Bangkok, increasing capacity on a trade lane linking China and the rapidly growing economies of Indochina. The new flight route, Shanghai-Bangkok-Bahrain*-Brussels-Shanghai, significantly enhances connectivity among manufacturing, sourcing, and consumption markets across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Operated by a DHL Boeing 767 freighter with a maximum payload of 50 tons, the new daily service demonstrates DHL Express's … [Read more...] about DHL Express launches direct Shanghai-Bangkok flight to support growing trade flows across China and Indochina
FedEx strengthens intra-Asia connectivity with new Guangzhou-Sydney non-stop freighter service
Federal Express Corporation (FedEx) has enhanced its intra-Asia network with a new dedicated, non-stop freighter service between its Asia-Pacific hub in Guangzhou, China, and Sydney, Australia, strengthening inbound trade connectivity into Australia from key markets across Asia. Operating five times weekly with Boeing 777 freighter aircraft, the new routing is expected to deliver up to one day faster transit times for select shipments originating from major Asian markets, reaching Australia in … [Read more...] about FedEx strengthens intra-Asia connectivity with new Guangzhou-Sydney non-stop freighter service









