In April, Virgin Atlantic has successfully partnered with the Department of Health and Social Care and the NHS, operating nine cargo-only flights from Shanghai to London Heathrow, bringing 150 tonnes of medical equipment, supplies and PPE, transported in 12,000 boxes, carrying over 4.2 million individual items Virgin Atlantic will now increase these operations to daily flights to and from China through May-July with the airline expected to bring over 1,500 tonnes of essential PPE into the … [Read more...] about Virgin Atlantic set to deliver over 43 million items of personal protective equipment (PPE) and medical supplies to the UK from China
Ground Handling & Cargo Terminals
IATA Cargo Events 2019
Join us at the upcoming IATA cargo events on October 29 - 31 in Amsterdam. The conferences highlight industry trends and developments, provide attendees with key updates engaging speakers, forums for in depth discussions regarding key areas of the supply chain and valuable networking opportunities. AirPharma Conference Offers an opportunity for experts from pharma industry to discuss and apply fundamental principles of supply chain excellence that address customers’needs. Air Cargo … [Read more...] about IATA Cargo Events 2019
Nepal Airlines collaborates with Unilode
As the flag carrier of Nepal, Nepal Airlines Corporation, is in collaboration with Unilode Aviation Solutions, the leading global provider of outsourced Unit Load Device (ULD) management and repair solutions. Under this collaboration, a five-year agreement for the supply and management of ULDs. Unilode will supply pallets and new lightweight containers for Nepal Airlines' two Airbus A330-200 which are being added to the airline's fleet to serve its growing … [Read more...] about Nepal Airlines collaborates with Unilode
The eco-conscious Hactl
As one of Hong Kong’s largest independent cargo handler, Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) is working on a new strategy that is a part of their long-running “Green Terminal” environmental programme. Where the latest phase is set in place, they held an an event entitled “Don’t Wait Act Now” that included a show of upcycled fashion modelled by Hactl staff. The event “Don’t Wait Act Now” is designed to instill a sense of urgency over the need to take steps to … [Read more...] about The eco-conscious Hactl
Northrop Grumman’s CommandPoint® Computer-Aided Dispatch System
An upgrade is in need for California’s Verdugo Fire Communications Center. As the work to upgrade the dispatch system to Northrop Grumman’s CommandPoint® Computer-Aided Dispatch System is in the works. As the emergency dispatchers serving the California cities of Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, and surrounding communities is widely use, there is a need to upgrade their technology to better suit their uses. As such, they will soon have access to Northrop Grumman Corporation’s … [Read more...] about Northrop Grumman’s CommandPoint® Computer-Aided Dispatch System
DSV and Clarks expands to mainland Europe
A collaboration is in place for DSV and Clarks, a leading British shoe manufacturer. As the plans for a 10,000 m2distribution centre on Mainland Europe. With the new facility set up, DSV will be operating the facility from their existing operation in Krefeld, Germany, strategically located to Clark’s main geographic markets. The distribution centre becomes fully operational to support customer orders from across Europe for Spring-Summer 2020 and will be serving traditional retail, … [Read more...] about DSV and Clarks expands to mainland Europe