In the first three months of 2018, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) welcomed more than 14.4 million passengers – an increase of 10.0 percent compared to the same period of the previous year. This strong growth was mainly attributable to the early timing of the Easter holidays and a significant expansion of flight offerings from airlines. Cargo throughput (airfreight + airmail) rose by 0.7 percent to 539,610 metric tons in the first quarter of 2018. Aircraft movements climbed by 8.3 percent to a total of … [Read more...] about Fraport 2018 First Quarter Traffic Figures
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India generated the highest growth rate in Asia-Pacific
In January, passenger traffic across Asia-Pacific recorded a +4.4% increase whereas the Middle East reported a small reduction of -0.4% compared to the same period last year. This month’s traffic was largely distorted by the later timing of Chinese New Year (CNY) compared to last year, resulting in slower growth in many countries for the month. India generated the highest growth rate in the Asia-Pacific region at approximately +15% in January, backed by robust domestic demand. India’s … [Read more...] about India generated the highest growth rate in Asia-Pacific
Positive growth in DHL Global Trade Barometer
The positive outlook for world trade has continued to improve. The DHL Global Trade Barometer increased to 66 points in March from 64 points in January when the newly created index was initially published. With an index value clearly above 50, the DHL Global Trade Barometer continues to signal solid positive growth for global trade within the next three months. Furthermore, the increase indicates that growth is gaining momentum. The overall good prospects are also reflected in the fact that … [Read more...] about Positive growth in DHL Global Trade Barometer
Asia Pacific Airlines February 2018 Traffic Results
Preliminary traffic figures for the month of February released today by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed further growth in both international air passenger and air cargo markets, underpinned by positive business and consumer sentiment across major advanced and emerging market economies. The region's airlines carried a combined total of 28.0 million international passengers in February, a firm 7.7% increase compared to the same month last year, boosted by an … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific Airlines February 2018 Traffic Results
TAPA’s Supply Chain Security Standards hit record high
TAPA, the world’s leading supply chain security expert network, which marked its 20th anniversary in 2017 – saw a 16.6% increase in the number of Facility Security Requirements (FSR) certifications and a 41.5% growth in companies with Trucking Security Requirements (TSR) certifications. As of the end of 2017, there were 645 FSR locations in EMEA and 126 companies meeting the TSR security standard. These latest figures contribute to the overall 46.6% rise in FSR certifications and … [Read more...] about TAPA’s Supply Chain Security Standards hit record high
Kuehne + Nagel extends European overland cross dock platform
Logistics solutions for the pharma and healthcare industry are among the most important growth drivers for Kuehne + Nagel’s European overland business. With the extension of the European overland cross dock platform in Contern and the integration of telematics data of key providers Kuehne + Nagel strengthens its position in the European market for pharma solutions. The plattform in Contern is part of Kuehne + Nagel’s KN PharmaChain. KN PharmaChain is a multi-modal logistics solution for … [Read more...] about Kuehne + Nagel extends European overland cross dock platform
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