DHL Express has extended its partnership with AHK Air Hong Kong Limited with a new 15-year block-space agreement which will enable the carrier’s overnight air services to continue supporting the DHL Express network until 2033. As part of the new commercial arrangements, DHL will sell its 40% stake in Air Hong Kong to majority-owner Cathay Pacific, and purchase eight of Air Hong Kong’s A300-600F cargo planes which will then be leased back to the carrier. The new … [Read more...] about Air Hong Kong will continue to support DHL Express’s growth
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DHL’s €335 million Central Asia Hub expansion
DHL Express announced a €335 million expansion plan for its Central Asia Hub (CAH), in partnership with the Airport Authority Hong Kong. This expansion brings DHL's commitment to this strategic hub to over €520 million, making it the largest infrastructural investment by DHL Express in Asia Pacific to date. The expansion is timely as the CAH has recorded an average 12% year-on-year growth in its shipping volume in the past decade. As one of three global hubs for DHL, … [Read more...] about DHL’s €335 million Central Asia Hub expansion
HK Express has appointed new president
HK Express has announced its latest appointment of Li Dianchun as President of HK Express, with immediate effect. In his role as President, Li is responsible for leading the day-to-day management of HK Express. Li will also work closely with Zhong Guosong, Executive Chairman, to develop and determine strategies and policies for the airline’s business and operations. Among the priorities for Li in his new role is strengthening communication between staff and management, … [Read more...] about HK Express has appointed new president
HK Express first LLC to have representative in IATA JSAG
Hong Kong’s only low-cost carrier (LCC) HK Express airline’s General Manager for Network Planning and Scheduling, Stephen Milstrey, has been appointed to the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Joint Slot Advisory Group (JSAG). This appointment follows his re-election as an IATA Slot Policy Working Group (SPWG) committee member for a further two-year term. HK Express is the first LCC with a representative appointed to the JSAG. Stephen commenced his role within both … [Read more...] about HK Express first LLC to have representative in IATA JSAG
HK Express bans Ivory in cargo
HK Express became the first airline in Hong Kong to ban ivory cargo, a new policy announced marking World Elephant Day. The decision to take an ethical stance on the issue follows the Hong Kong government’s recently proposed legislation to ban all local ivory trade by 2021. HK Express’ ivory cargo ban reinforces the airline's corporate social responsibility and continued commitment to the environment and its wildlife. Last year, HK Express was the first Hong Kong’s … [Read more...] about HK Express bans Ivory in cargo
Blue Dart Q2 sales at Rs 667 crores
Blue Dart Express Limited, South Asia's premier express air and integrated transportation, distribution and logistics Company, declared its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2017, at its Board Meeting held in Mumbai. The company posted Rs. 21 crores profit after tax for the quarter ended June 30, 2017. Revenue from operations for the quarter stood at Rs. 667 crores. Anil Khanna, managing director, Blue Dart said, "As leaders in the express logistics industry and … [Read more...] about Blue Dart Q2 sales at Rs 667 crores
