Bolloré Logistics and Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) have signed an agreement to continue their shared commitment to contribute sustainably to the decarbonisation of air freight transport. The forwarder’s participation in the airline’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) programme started in January 2021 for cargo flights between Paris Charles de Gaulle and New York JFK. The new agreement between the two long-standing partners will now cover all routes operated by the Dutch-Franco … [Read more...] about Bolloré Logistics, AFKLMP extend SAF partnership
Freight Forwarders
NAP brings cargo stakeholders to the island of the gods
Neutral Air Partner is set to host the group’s 6th annual general meeting from the 19th to the 23rd of September at the Ritz-Carlton in the islands of the gods, Bali, Indonesia. The event is expected to gather some of the world’s leading air cargo experts and decision makers. With just a few more weeks before the actual event, we got a chance to talk to Christos Spyrou, CEO of Neutral Air Partner, to know more about the group as well as their preparations for the upcoming OpeNAP Asia. What’s … [Read more...] about NAP brings cargo stakeholders to the island of the gods
Scan Global expands footprint in Asia with latest merger
Copenhagen-based logistics provider Scan Global Logistics (SGL) has taken another step in building on its 10-year-strong presence in China and Hong Kong with the acquisition of Sea-Air Logistics (SAL), headquartered in Hong Kong. The takeover will take effect on 5 July 2022, and Scan Global said the merger will allow for further penetration in segments like consumer electronics, technology, pharma and healthcare. SGL noted that the acquisition will increase its market share on the … [Read more...] about Scan Global expands footprint in Asia with latest merger
NAP partners with IAG Cargo to support SME forwarders
Press Release Neutral Air Partner (NAP) has welcome IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG) as an airline partner with an aim to support its members grow their business and further develop cooperation in all areas relevant to the air cargo logistics sector. The partnership will see IAG Cargo and NAP work together jointly in various initiatives to support small- and medium-sized forwarders. IAG Cargo operates across in key strategic markets, … [Read more...] about NAP partners with IAG Cargo to support SME forwarders
CMA CGM continues air fleet expansion with second B777F
CMA CGM welcomed its second Boeing 777F freighter as it announced an additional order for two more of the aircraft type at a ceremony signing held in Everett, WA on June 7. The international shipping company, which created its dedicated air cargo unit last year, plans to build up its fleet to a dozen aircraft by 2026. It took delivery of the maiden B777F earlier on 31 May, and with the second freighter, the company now counts six aircraft in its fleet, including four … [Read more...] about CMA CGM continues air fleet expansion with second B777F
Freightos eyes Nasdaq listing with ‘special’ merger
Freight booking and payment platform Freightos Ltd is looking to go public on Nasdaq after the company entered into a definitive merger agreement with special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) Gesher I Acquisition Corp. The capital raised from the transaction will be invested to further scale the business, driving transaction value and improving margins. The implied pro forma enterprise value of the merger is estimated at approximately $435 million, leaving 78 percent stake to existing … [Read more...] about Freightos eyes Nasdaq listing with ‘special’ merger