Blue Dart, a Mumbai-based express air and integrated transportation, distribution and logistics company and part of the DP DHL Group, has opened an office in Bhilwara, Rajasthan. Sukhwinder Singh, regional head (North), Blue Dart Express Ltd, inaugurated the office located at 14-17 S K Plaza, B Block, Pur Road, Bhilwara. Speaking at the launch, Singh said, “Bhilwara’s large textile industry has helped it earn the sobriquet of the ‘Manchester of Rajasthan’. With a … [Read more...] about Blue Dart makes inroads into Bhilwara
Ground Handling & Cargo Terminals
UPS expands Incheon air hub in Korea
UPS officially opened its newly expanded hub at Incheon International Airport. Situated within the airport's cargo terminal area, the newly expanded hub occupies over 9,000 square metres, more than 60 per cent increase in size. The increased capacity allows UPS to increase import, export and transshipment capability by around 50 per cent. Setting new standards in Korea, the expanded hub is equipped with new technologies and infrastructure which will strengthen UPS's capability to support … [Read more...] about UPS expands Incheon air hub in Korea
Jettainer to manage ULDs for AA Cargo
American Airlines Cargo has selected Jettainer to manage the fleet of containers and pallets across the American network. Jettainer will equip the airline with eco-friendly lightweight containers for the next five years and therefore make a significant contribution to reducing the airline’s carbon dioxide emissions and provide fuel cost savings. American currently uses more than 15,000 ULDs (unit load devices) to transport both air cargo and baggage on board its aircraft. Lightweight … [Read more...] about Jettainer to manage ULDs for AA Cargo
Emirates SkyCargo launches new LD3
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has launched an internally developed and cost effective LD3 container that keeps temperature sensitive cargo cool when transported on the ground and in the air. Called the “White Container”, it’s the latest addition to Emirates SkyCargo’s Cool Chain portfolio, and has been designed specifically as an intermediate temperature control solution which is ideal for generic healthcare products and food perishables. … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo launches new LD3
CEVA opens new office in Hanoi
CEVA Logistics opened a branch office in Hanoi, located at Cau Giay District. The new branch office will handle a full range of supply chain and logistics services, including airfreight and ocean freight, contract logistics, warehousing and distribution, local transportation and other domestic value added services. CEVA’s established presence in Ho Chi Minh and now in Hanoi underscores the company’s commitment to grow and expand in Vietnam to better serve its customers. Nelson … [Read more...] about CEVA opens new office in Hanoi
U-Freight expands HK warehouse
The U-Freight Group (UFL) is expanding the operations of its logistics subsidiary in Hong Kong and has brought the operations of its airfreight import and export departments into one location in the Special Administrative Region (SAR). At the U-Freight facility in Tsing Yi, the freight forwarding company is adding a further 39,000 sq ft of warehousing to its existing 39,000 sq ft Hong Kong warehouse, targeted at retail logistics, as well as pick and pack operations for the electronics … [Read more...] about U-Freight expands HK warehouse
