Air New Zealand (Air NZ) has described claims from the EPMU union that it did not offer a credible blueprint to avoid outsourcing its Airport Services work as "grossly incorrect." The airline's group general manager people, Vanessa Stoddart, said in a statement that the EPMU was supplied last month with a detailed blueprint of what its members would have to endorse to avoid work being outsourced. "In fact, we challenge the union to lift the veil of secrecy it has put … [Read more...] about Air NZ outsourcing dispute continues

FedEx Express Canada said it will launch a service that will provide support and advice to businesses seeking certification or approval in various cross-border security programs, such as Free and Secure Trade (FAST), Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT), Partners in Protection (PIP), and Customs Self Assessment (CSA). FedEx Global Trade Advisory service will help businesses navigate through the application process by examining their facilities, procedures, and suppliers, … [Read more...] about FedEx launches global trade advisory services

Jettainer has signed a 5-year contract with XL Airways to provide ULD management services. The Germany-based firm currently manages 37,000 ULDs. … [Read more...] about Jettainer

Etihad Airways has appointed IainBurns as its new VP-corporate communications.He will report to the airline'sCEO, James Hogan, at Etihad's AbuDhabi headquarters. Burns previouslyheld the same position for five years atBritish Airways in London. He joined BA in September 2001from the public relations firm BellPottinger, where he handled Europeanand North American PR programmesfor Dubai-based Emirates. … [Read more...] about Etihad Airways