PayCargo and IBS Software announced a joint partnership that enables rich API-based integration between their market-leading industry platforms. The integration of PayCargo’s digital payments network with IBS Software’s iCargo air cargo management platform will enable more carriers and cargo ground handling companies to digitalize and simplify payments, reducing manual processes and streamlining operations. This partnership will further position both companies as trusted digital platforms … [Read more...] about PayCargo joins hands with IBS Software for digital payments
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Virgin Atlantic increases cargo-only flights by over 38% in June after a record-breaking month in May
Virgin Atlantic will increase its cargo-only flights by 35% to nearly 600 in June with the launch of new routes including Beijing and Brussels following the success of its May programme. June will see a total of 601 flights–597 cargo-only services and 4 repatriation flights for the UK’s Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO). As the airline continues to extend its network to support demand for export and import cargoes as UK and international businesses continue their recovery from the … [Read more...] about Virgin Atlantic increases cargo-only flights by over 38% in June after a record-breaking month in May
May air cargo volumes improve month-on-month but dip in final two weeks may be a cause for concern
Global industry data for May supports the continued small recovery of air cargo volumes but a fall in demand over the last two weeks of the month may signal more challenging times ahead as airlines return capacity to the market. Having only recently stated that the global air cargo industry had stabilised, but was by no means in good shape, the latest week-by-week analyses by CLIVE Data Services for May, unfortunately, pinpoints a slightly deteriorating condition as the month … [Read more...] about May air cargo volumes improve month-on-month but dip in final two weeks may be a cause for concern
Over 900 e-commerce, logistics leaders took part in CMC’s Innovation Day 2020
CMC’s Annual Innovation meeting traditionally takes place in their Italy headquarters and gathers together an excellent turnout of international e-Commerce and logistics professionals representing the largest global retailers and e-commerce platforms. COVID19 did not stop the innovation journey of CMC. This year the Italian company organised a unique Live Stream event which took place on May 28. Keynotes, technical presentations, and a live tour of the company with machine demonstrations … [Read more...] about Over 900 e-commerce, logistics leaders took part in CMC’s Innovation Day 2020
TAPA warns of a significant spike in cargo thefts as criminals get back to ‘business as usual’
Manufacturers and logistics service providers must be prepared to protect their supply chains from a projected significant spike in cargo thefts as coronavirus lockdowns begin to be lifted across the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) has warned. With entire national populations being advised to stay at home to stop the spread of COVID-19 since the beginning of March, cargo thieves have clearly found it much more challenging to … [Read more...] about TAPA warns of a significant spike in cargo thefts as criminals get back to ‘business as usual’
UPS marks World Environment Day by matching offsets of carbon neutral shipments in June
UPS announced the company will commemorate World Environment Day on June 5 by matching the carbon offsets of all packages shipped via its carbon-neutral program during the month of June. UPS carbon neutral counterbalances the estimated carbon impact of each shipment by purchasing certified carbon offsets. “There is truly no better way to honor World Environment Day than to facilitate actions that will help the planet,” said Suzanne Lindsay-Walker, UPS chief sustainability officer (CSO) and … [Read more...] about UPS marks World Environment Day by matching offsets of carbon neutral shipments in June
