JD Logistics and French delivery service Geopost have formed a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening their capabilities by leveraging their warehousing network and delivery capabilities. The partnership is expected to enhance international express services between China and Europe, which will see the two companies establish direct-to-consumer (C2C) and business-to-consumer (B2C) shipping solutions, whilst ensuring end-to-end shipment tracking and delivery through a convenient … [Read more...] about JD Logistics joins forces with Geopost
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Teleport welcomes brand new A321 freighter
Teleport, the logistics venture seeded by Capital A, is looking to dominate Southeast Asia's air freight maket as it officially inducted its first Airbus A321 freighter (A321F) into its fleet on 12 July. The new cargo aircraft, based out of Kuala Lumpur, is the first of three aircraft to be delivered to Teleport and it is expected to strengthen the company’s position in Southeast Asia, in terms of cargo volume. Teleport said the A321F’s flight range gives it access to over 80 destinations … [Read more...] about Teleport welcomes brand new A321 freighter
New express ‘super hub’ opens in Chennai
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
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