SAP has denied reports accusing its software as being the root cause of the problems with the implementation of a new logistics software system at DHL Global Forwarding. Profit at Deutsche Post DHL group plunged 90 per cent in Q3 2015 as it wrote off €345 million (US$365 million) from a failed attempt to upgrade the software system for its freight forwarding network. Dubbed the New Forwarding Environment (NFE), the upgraded software for DHL’s Global Forwarding division was to enable a variety … [Read more...] about SAP denies causing DHL’s IT woes
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Lufthansa Cargo launches eServices app
Lufthansa Cargo has released its new App, ‘Lufthansa Cargo eServices’ which off ers comprehensive shipment tracking, as well as direct feedback opportunities for mobile phones and tablets, including innovative image uploading. Users constantly receive updated information on their shipments, on request via push notifi cation. Th e App also off ers a clear overview of all current bookings and furthermore enables access to consignments with higher security requirements via an optional log in … [Read more...] about Lufthansa Cargo launches eServices app
CAS launches e-AWB tool for 3,000 US forwarders
Consolidated Aviation Services’ (CAS), the largest cargo handler in North America, is to help 3,000 freight forwarders in the US to transition to electronic air waybill (e-AWB) processing with the launch of ePic Easy Export. The new web-based tool, which is planned for Q4 2015, supports CAS’ commitment to a paperless air cargo environment in support of IATA’s e-freight programme. With over 3,000 freight forwarders already using CAS’ current ePic Online Customer Service Portal on a daily … [Read more...] about CAS launches e-AWB tool for 3,000 US forwarders
Fishy first for Davies Turner
Davies Turner, the UK’s leading independent freight forwarder, has helped to bring the first-ever Sand Tiger sharks bred in captivity from South Africa to the UK. Th e shipment was facilitated by Davies Turner Air Cargo’s (DTAC) Aquatics team which acted as clearance and handling agent in the UK and was responsible for road delivery to Plymouth from London Heathrow airport. Th e two Sand Tiger sharks, cousins to the great white shark, were destined for the National Marine Aquarium, the UK’s … [Read more...] about Fishy first for Davies Turner
Air Partner, Air Cargo Integrators to cooperate
Air Partner’s Freight division has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Air Cargo Integrators of the UAE which will see the two companies working together to develop both their freight charter and global air freight products. Under the terms of the deal, Air Partner Freight has appointed Air Cargo Integrators (ACI) as its official freight sales and marketing representative in the Middle East hub of the UAE in order to develop its aircraft charter and project air cargo charter … [Read more...] about Air Partner, Air Cargo Integrators to cooperate
Lufthansa unveils 48 foot freighter for charity
A Lufthansa Cargo MD-11F freighter is now flying around the world with the footprints of 24 children on its fuselage as a flying ambassador for the aid organisation Cargo Human Care. The colourful design symbolises the motto ‘Step by step. Giving children a future’. Th e footprints on the 61 metre-long fuselage are from girls and boys who are currently being looked after by Cargo Human Care. Th e association runs an orphanage for around 120 children nearby the Kenyan capital and also supports … [Read more...] about Lufthansa unveils 48 foot freighter for charity
