Panalpina is expanding its controlled air freight network by adding a full-freighter service to Brazil. As of March, Panalpina will not only operate scheduled charter flights from Hong Kong to Huntsville, but also from Huntsville to São Paulo. The extended service is part of the recently renewed long-term agreement between Panalpina and Atlas Air. It offers scheduled main deck capacity to South America from the US and a record transit time of less than 40 hours from Hong Kong to … [Read more...] about Panalpina expands air freight network to Brazil
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SmartKargo pulls a coup, brings Vertannes onboard
Barely eight months into his retirement, former global head of cargo for the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Des Vertannes has re-joined the air cargo industry, taking up a role as strategic advisor for IT firm, SmartKargo. Announcing Vertannes’ new role in the company, Jay Shelat, SmartKargo executive VP, Sales and Marketing said: "We are fortunate to have Des on board. “Des’ more than four decades of air cargo experience, … [Read more...] about SmartKargo pulls a coup, brings Vertannes onboard
Finnair joins IAG Cargo’s partner programme
Finnair Cargo has become the latest carrier to join IAG Cargo’s innovative Partner Plus programme, through which members agree to interline on each other’s metal on a commercially booked basis. Through this partnership, both IAG Cargo and Finnair are able to deliver enhanced network connectivity to their customers, who will also benefit through confirmed bookings and a higher on-load priority. Steve Gunning, CEO of IAG Cargo, commented: “Our Partner Plus programme is much … [Read more...] about Finnair joins IAG Cargo’s partner programme
Finnair joins IAG Cargo's partner programme
Finnair Cargo has become the latest carrier to join IAG Cargo’s innovative Partner Plus programme, through which members agree to interline on each other’s metal on a commercially booked basis. Through this partnership, both IAG Cargo and Finnair are able to deliver enhanced network connectivity to their customers, who will also benefit through confirmed bookings and a higher on-load priority. Steve Gunning, CEO of IAG Cargo, commented: “Our Partner Plus programme is much … [Read more...] about Finnair joins IAG Cargo's partner programme
DB Schenker names Gilbert Americas CEO
DB Schenker announced the appointment of Philippe Gilbert to the position of regional CEO, Americas, effective 1 March 2015. Gilbert joined DB Schenker Americas in March 2013 as regional director, Europe West, and has made a significant contribution to the company both strategically and financially over the last two years. He is taking over the CEO role from Heiner Murmann, who is retiring from that position but continuing his 20-year tenure with the company as a member of the Schenker AG global … [Read more...] about DB Schenker names Gilbert Americas CEO
Japan Post to buy Toll for US$5B
State-owned Japan Post will buy Australian logistics company Toll Holdings Ltd. for US$5.07 billion, as it seeks new sources of growth ahead of an initial public offering planned for later this year. Under the deal, Toll will retain its name and run as a division under Japan Post. Toll’s board of directors has unanimously recommended shareholders accept the offer. The move came as Toll announced a 22 per cent slide in its first half profit because of challenging economic … [Read more...] about Japan Post to buy Toll for US$5B