Christophe brings with him a proven track record and almost 30 years of industry experience, with particular expertise in the French, US, Hong Kong and Chinese markets. He will be working to build on Norbert Dentressangle Air & Sea's expertise in the hi-tech, luxury and fashion goods, aerospace, chemicals and project cargo sectors, and to advance the company's position as a major player on the USA-Europe, USA-Far East and USA-South America trade lanes. Christophe Bigot says: "In the … [Read more...] about Dentressangle appoints US manager for air and sea
Logistics
DHL to launch innovation centre in Singapore
Deutsche Post DHL is to open an Asia Pacific innovation centre in Singapore next year to pioneer sustainable solutions to keep world trade on the move. With an initial investment of S$10 million (EUR6 million), the Asia Pacific Innovation Centre (APIC) in Singapore will be the first centre for innovative logistics services and solutions in the region. Due to be launched in the third quarter of 2015, the APIC is a partnership with Singapore's Economic Development Board (EDB) and will be DHL's … [Read more...] about DHL to launch innovation centre in Singapore
WFS secures SIA cargo contract in UK
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has won a three-year contract to provide full cargo handling services for Singapore Airlines Cargo at London Heathrow and at all of its UK regional locations. The contract takes effect in January 2015 and will see WFS handle some 46,000 tonnes of cargo a year for the airline. Singapore Airlines Cargo operates two B747 freighter services a week from the UK with a payload of 100 tonnes per flight and provides cargo uplift for Singapore Airlines’ twice … [Read more...] about WFS secures SIA cargo contract in UK
Crane appoints new UAE country manager
Crane Worldwide Logistics has appointed Michael J. Karam to take the reins and lead the progress in its United Arab Emirates operations. “Michael has significant experience working in the Middle East in both the 3PL and shipping environment, and we are delighted to welcome him to the management team,” said Gerard Ryan, regional vice president for the EMEA region at Crane Worldwide. “There are exciting times ahead for Crane Worldwide Logistics in the region. There is a rapid … [Read more...] about Crane appoints new UAE country manager
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UTi partners with Changjiu in automotive logistics
UTi Worldwide set up a strategic partnership with Beijing Changjiu Logistics to serve the logistics requirements of global automotive original equipment manufacturers and suppliers in China’s booming automotive market. Beijing Changjiu Logistics is a privately held company and one of the largest independent automotive logistics companies in China with annual revenue of US$500 million. “Changjiu Logistics is a pioneer in finished vehicle transportation and warehousing in … [Read more...] about UTi partners with Changjiu in automotive logistics
