Cainiao Network and e-commerce platform Daraz have announced upcoming plans to automate two smart distribution centres in Pakistan. The distribution centres will be equipped with innovative smart technologies, such as an automatic assembly line and smart distribution setup, as well as Cainiao’s proprietary solutions, including e-PLC, control algorithm and WCS. Daraz grew 85 percent in gross merchandise value (GMV) over the last two years, experiencing revenue surges during the global 11.11 … [Read more...] about Cainiao eyes automated distribution hubs with Daraz
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DB Schenker gives limited edition runners to staff
DB Schenker is celebrating its 150th corporate jubilee with an exclusive pair of adidas sneakers for its engaged staff. Under the umbrella theme “150 Years Elevating Lives,” the anniversary year features a challenge that motivates employees and close families and friends around the globe to count their steps and track their physical and mental activities. The forwarder said around 70 million kilometers so far have been collected via a dedicated app, and as an anniversary gift, all … [Read more...] about DB Schenker gives limited edition runners to staff
GEODIS banks on merger to enhance US service
GEODIS earlier this month has signed an agreement to acquire American company, Need It Now Delivers, which will enable the forwarder to increase its US presence in contract logistics and last-mile delivery. Need It Now Delivers operates an expansive domestic road freight network with more than 65 company locations and 300 distribution points, providing strong national coverage, particularly in the eastern United States. To offer its customers complete port-to-door logistics solutions, the … [Read more...] about GEODIS banks on merger to enhance US service
Cainiao warehouse network expands into Israel
Cainiao Network has launched an automatic distribution center and overseas warehouse in Israel, which is the first for the Alibaba logistics unit in the Middle East, and its tenth globally. The facility is located 30 minutes away from Israel's main airport Ben Gurion near Tel Aviv. It will be equipped with intelligent sorting equipment, and Cainiao’s proprietary overseas digital intelligent sorting system to manage the entire value chain: from first-mile pickup, last mile deliveries and other … [Read more...] about Cainiao warehouse network expands into Israel
Vietnam Airlines backs multimodal network move
Eight months from the ground breaking ceremony held in December last year, Vietnam SuperPort, a one-of-a-kind smart logistics infrastructure project that is expected to speed up logistics in Asean, is seeing steady progress after its future operator T&Y SuperPort Vinh Phuc Stock Company (T&Y) signed MoUs with Vietnam’s state-owned transport operators. Vietnam Airlines has come on board to help boost air transport and logistical support for the future SuperPort, becoming the first … [Read more...] about Vietnam Airlines backs multimodal network move
CEVA Logistics opens new office in Bahrain
CEVA Logistics is expanding its presence across the Middle East with a new office in Bahrain. Located in Manama, the new office will offer a full range of air, ocean, ground and contract logistics services. CEVA Logistics’ revenue in the region grew 30 percent last year, and the forwarder expects its local presence to accelerate its growth in key industries and to support end-to-end deliveries and last-mile service. CEVA Logistics' direct presence in the Middle East now includes Bahrain, … [Read more...] about CEVA Logistics opens new office in Bahrain
