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
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DB Schenker sets up 100% owned logistics entity in Myanmar
In a move to strengthen its foothold in Myanmar, DB Schenker announced the opening of its new company, Schenker Myanmar Company Limited, effective 1 June 2016. Schenker Myanmar will manage contract logistics business operations for customers in the telecommunications, and consumer goods industries, it said. The new Myanmar entity will have over 80 employees operating the contract logistics & warehousing business, while the Yangon Branch of Schenker Thailand will continue to handle … [Read more...] about DB Schenker sets up 100% owned logistics entity in Myanmar
DHL, Airbus and Astrobotic to develop lunar delivery service
Astrobotic, which is building a service to make the Moon accessible to the world, today announces that DHL and Airbus Defence and Space are supporting Astrobotic to develop its lunar payload delivery service. Deutsche Post DHL Group will become the Official Logistics Provider for Astrobotic’s First Mission to the Moon. As such, DHL will provide logistics services for Astrobotic’s spacecraft and its customer payloads, making sure that all materials for the new lunar lander as well as the … [Read more...] about DHL, Airbus and Astrobotic to develop lunar delivery service
Jan de Rijk wins feeder contract renewal from Air France-KLM Cargo
Air France-KLM Cargo has granted a renewed road feeder service contract for Scandinavia to leading transportation and distribution provider Jan de Rijk Logistics. The contract will see Jan de Rijk Logistics connect the Amsterdam hub with the various Air France-KLM stations within Denmark and Sweden with a daily LTL overnight service in both directions ensuring the shortest possible connection. Robert Kleppers, senior sales executive air cargo at Jan de Rijk Logistics said: “We are delighted … [Read more...] about Jan de Rijk wins feeder contract renewal from Air France-KLM Cargo
Dachser opens new office at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Dachser has opened a new office at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to enhance its airfreight operations, increase efficiency and move closer to its airlines partners. Previously based in the Bangkok downtown office, Dachser airfreight operations are now fully integrated with the company’s global airfreight network, improving both communications and efficiency. “We manage our own airfreight operations in Thailand including cargo handling, customs clearance, local cargo collection … [Read more...] about Dachser opens new office at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
DHL Global Forwarding Chengdu gov’t agency do ‘Belt and Road’ deal
DHL Global Forwarding has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on building the China-Europe logistics corridor with Chengdu Gateway Logistics Office, the government agency responsible for developing Chengdu into a major trade hub under China's 'Belt and Road' initiative. The MOU will see DHL Global Forwarding collaborate with Chengdu's administration to further improve the security, customs efficiency, and freight capacity of the city's logistics infrastructure. DHL will also gain … [Read more...] about DHL Global Forwarding Chengdu gov’t agency do ‘Belt and Road’ deal