GEODIS has revealed new eLogistics platform in Coventry, United Kingdom. The 7,000-sqm site, which opened in April, is located in a strategic area allowing rapid distribution of products thanks to good transport links. It has the capacity to store more than 500,000 SKUs and to process up to 5,000 orders per day. GEODIS’ eLogistics solution allows e-commerce companies of all sizes to efficiently outsource their logistics without the need for a large financial investment, thanks to shared … [Read more...] about GEODIS reveals e-commerce logistics site in the UK
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DB Schenker opens Korean logistics centre
DB Schenker has its crosshairs on Northeast Asia as the German transport and logistics operator opened a 40,000-sqm global distribution and logistics centre at the Incheon Free trade zone in South Korea. The KLC 2 warehouse, as it is called, is said to be one of the largest investments for DB Schenker in the region. The facility offers more than 40,000 square meters of storage space and features TAPA A, LEED GOLD certification, and adhered to NFPA standards. The land area is 13,440 square … [Read more...] about DB Schenker opens Korean logistics centre
Crane Worldwide achieves Li-batt certification
Crane Worldwide Logistics has been awarded IATA’s CEIV certification for transporting lithium-ion batteries, a press release dated 28 April confirmed. The Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) certification program for lithium-ion transportation undertakes a rigorous certification process to ensure operations, personnel, and facilities adhere to the standards, government regulations, and expert guidelines. IATA is pushing stakeholders in the air cargo supply chain in a bid … [Read more...] about Crane Worldwide achieves Li-batt certification
JD Airlines widens its presence in Beijing
On April 26, a fully loaded B737-800BCF aircraft landed in Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), marking the official launch of JD Airlines’ PKX-Shenzhen all-cargo route. The airline will be operating the route six days a week, with a daily transportation capacity of up to 20 tonnes, mainly transporting high-end goods including fresh produce, fashion and luxury products, medicine and medical products. The newly launched route will also offer charter capacity for seasonal cherries during … [Read more...] about JD Airlines widens its presence in Beijing
GEODIS gains foothold in China
French transport and logistics player GEODIS is steadily establishing its foothold in China and has achieved certifications and performance recognition from its main locations in the Chinese mainland. In March, the company’s Shanghai headquarters was one of 20 that were certified as ‘regional headquarters of a multinational company’ by the local government. This status, the only one in the Jing’an district, will provide GEODIS local government assistance in terms of trade facilitation, talent … [Read more...] about GEODIS gains foothold in China
Yusen Logistics continues SAF commitment
Yusen Logistics has started a new service to offer the use of SAF for air cargo starting April. Yusen Logistics has been actively developing sustainable initiatives including the use of SAF since last year, and the new “Yusen Book-and-Claim” service can now be an option for the company’s customers. Yusen Logistics in late-March signed a contract with Lufthansa Cargo for the use of SAF from the month of April. It also renewed its commitment with the Eco-Skies Alliance program to promote the … [Read more...] about Yusen Logistics continues SAF commitment
