London-based Beacon, the next generation freight forwarding and supply chain finance company, has raised over $15 million in its Series A fundraising round, with investors including Jeff Bezos, the founder and CEO of Amazon, and leading US venture capital firm 8VC. Beacon was founded in 2018 by CEO Fraser Robinson and COO Dmitri Izmailov, both former Uber executives. They were joined by CTO Pierre Martin, previously at Amazon, bringing together a management team with deep expertise in … [Read more...] about UK digital freight forwarder Beacon closes $15 million Series A fundraise, with investment from Jeff Bezos
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CargoLogicAir implements CHAMP’s Weight & Balance solution for their resumed freighter operations
CargoLogicAir, the Great British Cargo Airline, has implemented CHAMP’s Weight & Balance solution - flying again to provide much-needed freighter capacity supporting the global supply chain in these challenging times. After suspending operations in February, CargoLogicAir (CLA) resumed operations in April with two B747-400F to transport personal protective equipment (PPE) for the UK’s National Health Service (NHS). While mainly operating to the UK, CargoLogicAir has also commenced … [Read more...] about CargoLogicAir implements CHAMP’s Weight & Balance solution for their resumed freighter operations
Air Astana announces plans for air cargo division
Air Astana plans to launch an international air cargo division operating a fleet of three converted Boeing 767-300 aircraft, which had previously been in passenger service with the carrier since 2013. The decision to launch Air Astana Cargo results from a strong increase in the demand for regional freight transport in the recent months and a strategic review of Air Astana's overall fleet plans in the wake of the global health crisis. The first Boeing 767 is already undergoing conversion into … [Read more...] about Air Astana announces plans for air cargo division
GEODIS delivers 13 million masks to the U.S. with the help of an Antonov AN-124 aircraft
Leading global supply chain operator GEODIS has transported 13 million masks from China to the U.S. utilizing an Antonov AN-124, the world’s second-largest aircraft. This shipment of personal protective equipment (PPE) arrived at Hartsfield – Jackson Atlanta International Airport on 22 May and is the largest delivered to the airport during the COVID-19 pandemic. “With the help of an Antonov AN-124, GEODIS has been able to make sure millions of essential workers receive the masks they need to … [Read more...] about GEODIS delivers 13 million masks to the U.S. with the help of an Antonov AN-124 aircraft
myDHLi: DHL Global Forwarding launches innovative one-stop customer portal for digital logistics
DHL Global Forwarding, Deutsche Post DHL Group’s air and ocean freight specialist, has launched myDHLi, the only fully integrated online platform for freight forwarding customers. myDHLi’s highly intuitive user interface makes it easy to use and ensures that customers have all relevant information at hand. Reflecting already well established social media functions like follow and share, relevant information can be easily accessed across organizations and trading partners. Completely transparent … [Read more...] about myDHLi: DHL Global Forwarding launches innovative one-stop customer portal for digital logistics
FedEx Express Appoints Kawal Preet as President of Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) Region
FedEx Express, the world’s largest express transportation company and a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), has announced the appointment of Kawal Preet as the new president of Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region. Kawal Preet, previously senior vice president of operations, North and South Pacific regions[1], FedEx Express, will take up the role on June 1, 2020. She succeeds Karen Reddington, who served as president of Asia Pacific region since January 2015. Karen … [Read more...] about FedEx Express Appoints Kawal Preet as President of Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) Region
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