DHL Express has ordered eight new additional Boeing 777 freighters as it looks to expand its global network to meet customer demand in the fast growing international express shipping markets. First deliveries are scheduled for 2022, and Boeing and the express operator have agreed options and purchase rights for four additional planes. Also read: DHL Express paves path to zero emissions with Shell SAF deal “Although the current health crisis has pushed pause on several areas of life, … [Read more...] about DHL Express orders eight more B777 freighters
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Amazon adds to fleet with 11 B767s from Delta and WestJet
E-commerce and logistics titan Amazon made its first-ever purchase of Boeing 767-300, bringing in 11 of the aircraft type to expand its global fleet. Amazon said the move comes at a time when customers are relying on “fast, free shipping more than ever.” The purchase includes four B767s from Canadian carrier WestJet, which are currently undergoing passenger-to-cargo conversion, and seven B767s from Delta Air lines. The 11 B767s will join the network in 2021 and 2022, and will be operated … [Read more...] about Amazon adds to fleet with 11 B767s from Delta and WestJet
UPS starts Moderna vaccine transport in the US
UPS has announced a partnership with pharma and medical supply distributor McKesson to deliver the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine, the second lifesaving candidate authorised for emergency use by the US. Through contracts with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response to support the US vaccine taskforce Operation Warp Speed, McKesson will be the centralised distributor for non-ultra-frozen COVID-19 vaccines and ancillary supply … [Read more...] about UPS starts Moderna vaccine transport in the US
DHL Express kicks off global vaccine distribution, makes first stop in Israel
DHL has started the global distribution of life-saving vaccines, with the first batch of Pfizer doses for Israel arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport on 9 December. Welcomed by the Prime Minister himself, Benjamin Netanyahu, a DHL Express freighter arrived in Tel Aviv from Brussels carrying initial doses of the Pfizer corona vaccine for Israel’s citizens. “The current crisis has shown how indispensable international logistics networks are for ensuring that societies have the … [Read more...] about DHL Express kicks off global vaccine distribution, makes first stop in Israel
Alibaba’s Cainiao launches US$76.4 million open tender for 2021
Alibaba’s Cainiao has announced an open tender worth US$75.4 million (RMB 500 million) for logistics services in a bid to strengthen its global network in 2021, as it anticipates further growth for cross-border e-commerce and trade. The open tender will be used to expands its network of certified third-party logistics (3PL) partners, which will be segmented into B2C and B2B logistics services. Also read: Alibaba’s Cainiao to ship same day in 11 Asian countries For B2C, the logistics arm … [Read more...] about Alibaba’s Cainiao launches US$76.4 million open tender for 2021
FedEx adds flights in Asia Pacific, tells online buyers to shop early
Anticipating peak volumes during the holiday season, FedEx has increased the number of weekly flights in and out of Asia Pacific, particularly the Asia-Europe route and flights into Australia from Asia. Culprit for the massive demand is none other than the rapid growth of e-commerce, with online sales from 11 countries in Asia Pacific predicted to reach $2.5 trillion in 2024. Also read: FedEx Express to open US$30 million Clark facility in April FedEx cited McKinsey data saying Asia has … [Read more...] about FedEx adds flights in Asia Pacific, tells online buyers to shop early