In a move to assist Greek rescue teams working to search for refugees and migrants crossing the Aegean Sea, Air New Zealand Cargo has helped move a lifeboat and engine from New Zealand to Greece last month. The rigid inflatable lifeboat and its engine weighing some 240 kgs was donated by the Bethells Beach Surf Life Saving patrol based in Henderson, New Zealand and has been donated to Lifeguard Hellas who will use it for both patrols and emergency call-outs. Co-ordinated by London … [Read more...] about Air New Zealand Cargo moves lifeboat to Lesbos for migrants
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TIACA calls for greater coop in fight against counterfeit goods
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has added its voice to the cause, condemning the growing problem of goods that infringe Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), and calling for Customs authorities to bring together rights holders, service providers, and regulators for a working dialogue in a new Position Paper published today. Goods that infringe IPR account for a growing proportion of international trade, estimated at over US$250 billion by the Organisation for Economic … [Read more...] about TIACA calls for greater coop in fight against counterfeit goods
Dachser boosts Asia revenues despite market slowdown
Dachser recorded a 9.2 per cent increase in its Asia Pacific revenues to €367 million for 2015, compared to the year before. The overall number of air freight and ocean shipments in Asia Pacific increased slightly to 355,800 from 355,600. “Despite the general slowdown in Asia Pacific markets in 2015, we were able to continue revenue growth through improved utilization of resources and becoming more efficient in managing our operations,” said Edoardo Podestá, managing director air and sea … [Read more...] about Dachser boosts Asia revenues despite market slowdown
Panalpina preserves profitability in Q1
International freight forwarding and logistics company Panalpina preserved profitability in the first quarter of 2016 despite the continued contraction of the global oil and gas business. Panalpina reported an EBIT of CHF 24 million (US$24.6 million) compared with Q1 2015 of CHF 25.3 million and a consolidated profit of CHF 17.3 million (Q1 2015: CHF 19.6 million). “In the first three months of the year, we succeeded in counterbalancing the lower transport volumes in oil and gas. This was … [Read more...] about Panalpina preserves profitability in Q1
DHL Supply Chain opens cutting edge Singapore facility
DHL Supply Chain, a global leader for contract logistics solutions, recently launched its Advanced Regional Center (ARC) in Singapore . Built at an investment of more than S$160 million (US$116.8 million), the new 90,000 sqm facility features an $18.8 million multi-customer automation system featuring advanced robotics. The pioneering system allows customers to enjoy the benefits of automation solution without the need for significant capital investment. The technological enhancement uses 130 … [Read more...] about DHL Supply Chain opens cutting edge Singapore facility
IJS Global GEFCO awarded GDP cert in Netherlands
IJS Global GEFCO Netherlands (NL) has been awarded a Good Distribution Practice (GDP) certificate by the Dutch Ministry of Health, with immediate effect. The internationally-recognised GDP certification plays a key role in assuring the quality and integrity of the transport and distribution of Medicinal Products for Human Use and focuses on the use of specialised equipment, well-established pharmaceutical working procedures, and continuously improving pharma handling expertise. “This is a … [Read more...] about IJS Global GEFCO awarded GDP cert in Netherlands
