Panalpina and US-based 3D printing company, Shapeways, have entered into a strategic partnership which will enable both companies to expand their digital manufacturing capabilities globally. Panalpina sees digital manufacturing and 3D printing specifically as a perfect complement to its Logistics Manufacturing Services (LMS) offering, giving customers the possibility to customise products and bring production closer to consumer demand. With the strategic partnership, Panalpina will benefit … [Read more...] about Panalpina partners 3D printing specialist Shapeways
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Dubai set to become leader in 3D printing
Dubai’s initiatives toward encouraging the 3D printing sector are set to make it the world’s leading centre for 'additive manufacturing' technology, a leading 3D printing expert has said. Dominic Wright, business development director at Generation 3D, a 3D printing specialist company, said during a presentation at Dubai's monthly CIOMajlis session that Dubai's initiatives toward encouraging 3D printing will revolutionise its construction sector as well as witness major innovations across … [Read more...] about Dubai set to become leader in 3D printing
Rhenus establishes own country organisation in the UAE
The Rhenus Group has set up its own country organisation in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and has opened its first business site in Dubai, operating there through Rhenus Logistics Gulf DWC LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Rhenus Group. This company has been operating since 1 May 2016. Rhenus Logistics Gulf DWC specialises in handling air and sea freight and providing customs clearance for imports and exports. Its range of products also includes project business, warehousing and road … [Read more...] about Rhenus establishes own country organisation in the UAE
Bolloré Logistics expands its logistics operations in Myanmar
Bolloré Logistics Myanmar recently announced the start of operations for its new logistics centre strategically located in the Mingaladon area, 8km from airport, 25km to main sea port terminals and with quick access to the Asian Highway network. Bolloré said that through a wide range of services and best practices process, this facility will provide its customers with operational, commercial, and cost flexibility and efficiency. “This is a worthy investment in view to reinforce our … [Read more...] about Bolloré Logistics expands its logistics operations in Myanmar
Jan de Rijk wins new road feeder contract from China Eastern
China Eastern Airlines has granted a road feeder service contract for Prague and Amsterdam to leading transportation and distribution provider Jan de Rijk Logistics. China Eastern Airlines starts services from Shanghai to Prague on 23 June with three A330-200 flights a week, followed on 26 June with the start their first passenger flights between Shanghai and Amsterdam also operating A330-200 aircraft four times a week. The new connections will further expand China Eastern’s presence in … [Read more...] about Jan de Rijk wins new road feeder contract from China Eastern
Jan de Rijk Logistics reports healthy growth in 2015
Jan de Rijk Logistics, one of the leading logistics service providers in Europe, has reported higher revenues in 2015. The company realised a total combined turnover of €216 million in 2015 and an operating result of €16.6 million compared to an operating result of €15.9 million in 2014. The recent two acquisitions of de Rooy Logistics and Omega Logistics and further diversification contributed to the improved results. Through these acquisitions Jan de Rijk Logistics continued to increase … [Read more...] about Jan de Rijk Logistics reports healthy growth in 2015