Cargolux and Bolloré Logistics have signed an agreement for the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in joint operations. The deal covers 800,000 liters as part of the airline’s SAF program and is expected to reduce Bolloré Logistics’s greenhouse gas emissions by at least 2,200 tonnes. Pierre Houé, deputy COO of Bolloré Logistics, said SAF is a ‘key solution to decarbonize transportation and reach the forwarder’s carbon reduction targets. It pledged to cut 30 percent, compared to 2019, … [Read more...] about Cargolux and Bolloré Logistics form SAF partnership
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CEVA Logistics opens new warehouse in the Philippines
CEVA Logistics opened a new 14,000-square-meter facility in the Philippines earlier this month, as the company looks to enhance its capabilities for the Southeast Asian market. The warehouse will serve the electronics and F&B sector with a full range of warehousing, distribution and value-added services, including picking and packing, labeling, bundling, re-work, tax stamping and digital bottle printing. The facility has ambient and temperature-controlled and dangerous goods storage, … [Read more...] about CEVA Logistics opens new warehouse in the Philippines
Etihad Cargo appoints Tim Isik as new commercial VP
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Aviation Group, has appointed Tim Isik as Vice President – Commercial. Isik, who will be based in Abu Dhabi, joins the carrier from American Airlines where he has had over a decade of experience working within the aviation and air cargo sectors. In his new role, Isik will oversee the development and deployment of the carrier's sales strategy and be responsible for further growing Etihad Cargo's strategic relationships, executing sales and … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo appoints Tim Isik as new commercial VP
deugro on securing air capacity at a time of disruption
Working as a key logistics provider for the energy sector and related industries, freight forwarder deugro is no stranger to the heavy transport of outsized project cargo by land, sea or air. In an interview, Pavel Kuznetsov, head of air chartering at deugro, gives a rundown on the nuisances of handling and flying mega shipments by air amidst transport curbs and congestions across every mode. Can you give us a brief description of deugro? What's your specialty and where do you … [Read more...] about deugro on securing air capacity at a time of disruption
Jardine’s Vivien Lau on air cargo, Hong Kong and more
As we see more women of great stature grace the top ranks of what-was-once a male-dominated air cargo and logistics industry, Payload Asia listens to Vivien Lau, chief executive of Jardine Aviation Services Group, as she shares her thoughts for the C-suite section. Can you share with us your work experience and what led you to pursue a career in aviation? I have spent over 15 years in the aviation industry, with the last 10 years working at Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals (HACTL). In November … [Read more...] about Jardine’s Vivien Lau on air cargo, Hong Kong and more
EVA Air greenlights plans to convert 777-300s to freighters
EVA Airways (EVA Air) has announced plans to convert three Boeing 777-300ER passenger jets into freighters after reporting net income of TW$6.6 billion or US$232 million for 2021, on the back of strong cargo demand. The Taiwanese carrier’s strong performance, which reversed losses amounting to TW$3.36 billion (US$120 million) in 2021, was largely attributed to a 70.3 percent increase in cargo revenue at TW$85.2 billion or around US$3.01 billion, according to EVA Air's financial report issued … [Read more...] about EVA Air greenlights plans to convert 777-300s to freighters