IAG Cargo has launched EuroConnector, a new service that the company says is a simple, cost effective and time-definite option for shipping freight into, around and out of Europe. The launch has been timed to coincide with peak business demand in the run up to Christmas. Businesses that currently rely on truck networks when connecting globally to or from Europe can now take advantage of the carrier’s short-haul network through a simply-priced tariff. Connecting to the 114 European … [Read more...] about IAG Cargo launches EuroConnector
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Karpeles, Ruslan move helicopter from UK to Africa
Ruslan International – the JV company that manages and markets the 17 AN-124 freighters belonging to its owners, Antonov Airlines and Volga Dnepr Airlines – has partnered with German charter broker Karpeles Flight Services (part of DB Schenker) to move a new AW101 helicopter from the UK to Africa. AgustaWestland flew the helicopter from its Yeovil factory in the UK southwest to London Stansted Airport, where the manufacturer’s technicians dismantled the aircraft and stored … [Read more...] about Karpeles, Ruslan move helicopter from UK to Africa
Middle East air cargo surges 17% in September
Air cargo volumes in the Middle East recorded the strongest growth in September than in other region, according to new data released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Cargo volumes carried by the region’s carriers grew by 17 per cent YoY, while capacity expanded 14.5 per cent. The region was well ahead of its geographic rivals with Africa showing the next best growth in September of 11.5 percent. Globally, IATA said air freight demand in September, measured … [Read more...] about Middle East air cargo surges 17% in September
Tom Jones joins CEVA as automotive chief
CEVA Logistics has appointed Tom Jones as senior vice president automotive operations – North America. He joins CEVA after a 25 year career at Ryder where he most recently served as senior vice president Supply Chain Solutions with responsibility for the company's automotive, high tech, retail and consumer packaged goods sectors. During his tenure there, he had P&L responsibility for logistics which included the management of the flow of goods from acquisition to raw materials … [Read more...] about Tom Jones joins CEVA as automotive chief
UPS enhances cryogenic logistics service
UPS has announced the launch of UPS Temperature True Cryo, which further broadens the scope of UPS temperature-sensitive shipping offerings to include cryogenic solutions for UPS healthcare customers. The service includes real-time tracking and intervention services, which, when combined with UPS's proactive monitoring, risk mitigation solutions and global network of control towers, will provide complete visibility for cryogenic shipments at every stage of the supply chain journey. The … [Read more...] about UPS enhances cryogenic logistics service
Kerry Logistics wins logistics provider of the year
Kerry Logistics has been named Global and Regional Logistics Provider of the Year at the Payload Asia Awards in Singapore. This makes Kerry Logistics the first company to win both the global and regional awards in the logistics category, as well as the first Hong Kong company to be crowned with this global accolade.​ The Payload Asia Awards recognise organisations that have made a difference in the air cargo and supply chain industry through market adeptness, innovative products or … [Read more...] about Kerry Logistics wins logistics provider of the year
