Indian express logistics company DTDC Express unveiled its new ‘super hub’ at Geethanjali Industrial Park, Velappanchavadi in Chennai on 28 June. The new facility spans over 175,000 square feet and has 38 docks to help optimize cross-docking efficiency. The hub is equipped with infrastructure to handle and process over 350 tonnes of shipments daily. The facility is equipped with a state-of-the-art sortation system that can process up to 9,000 parcels per hour. Located along the … [Read more...] about New express ‘super hub’ opens in Chennai
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DHL Express to build new Helsinki facility
DHL Express is set to build a logistics center for international air shipments at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and is allocating around €100 million for the entire lease period for new premises and technology in the Aviapolis area. Once operational, the airside access will DHL aircraft parked on the apron to be reached directly from the new building. All incoming and outgoing express shipments in Finland will be handled in the logistics center, which is scheduled to be completed in the second half … [Read more...] about DHL Express to build new Helsinki facility
Cainiao pushes global express service to 5 days
Cainiao Network has set a new industry standard at its recent Global Smart Logistics Summit on 28 June, with the launch of the company’s ‘5-day’ global express delivery service. The Alibaba logistics unit will partner AliExpress to provide this offering, which promises to deliver cross-border parcels within five working days. Cainiao said this will be achieved through full-chain operational optimization and streamlining of workflows across first-mile pick-up, line haul, overseas distribution, … [Read more...] about Cainiao pushes global express service to 5 days
SF Airlines visits Etihad Airways in Abu Dhabi
Etihad Cargo welcomed senior leaders from China's SF Airlines in Abu Dhabi earlier this month as both companies reviewed the block space agreements announced earlier this year and explore expansion opportunities. During the visit, Etihad Airways and SF Airlines entered into an ‘expanded’ memorandum of understanding (MoU). The new MoU, signed on 16 June 2023, is expected to grow their respective networks via the Abu Dhabi and Wuhan air hubs. Under the new agreement, Etihad Cargo and SF … [Read more...] about SF Airlines visits Etihad Airways in Abu Dhabi
FedEx expands its capabilities in Guangzhou
FedEx Express recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Guangzhou Municipal Government to form an in-depth strategic collaboration. Under the MOU, FedEx and the Guangzhou Municipal Government will fully cooperate on customs clearance, cross-border e-commerce, and the establishment of the South China Operations Center. The two sides will jointly promote FedEx strategy and business development in Guangzhou, expand e-commerce logistic services, and support Guangzhou’s … [Read more...] about FedEx expands its capabilities in Guangzhou
Kerry Logistics delivers in style for fast fashion
Kerry Logistics Network Limited has rolled out a sorting solution that resulted in 270 percent increase in overall productivity, the company claims. The company has introduced the sorting robot ‘KOOLBee’ to enhance its e-commerce fulfilment service for a global fast fashion brand. Requiring only a small area to operate, the robots have the advantage of being quickly deployed, reconfigured and scaled up, increasing the accessibility and flexibility of sortation automation compared with … [Read more...] about Kerry Logistics delivers in style for fast fashion
