Cathay Cargo Terminal has become the first air cargo terminal in Hong Kong to introduce a business-to-business ePayment solution for import collection, in partnership with PayCargo. This marks another milestone in the company’s digital journey after enabling eAWBs (electronic airwaybills) and introducing eSRF (electronic Shipment Release Forms) to provide more choice and convenience for freight forwarders and their trucking agents. Freight forwarders can now settle transactions anytime … [Read more...] about Cathay Cargo Terminal eyes ‘cashless, plastic-free’ ops
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Kuehne+Nagel widens Asia road network with acquisition
Kuehne+Nagel looks to bolster its road logistics capabilities in the region as the forwarder entered into an agreement to acquire Malaysia-based City Zone Express, a subsidiary of SGX mainboard-listed company Chasen Holdings Ltd The move is expected to strengthen the forwarder’s cross=border road network across Southeast Asia, as the region continues to grow as a manufacturing hub for the high-tech and e-commerce industries. Established in 2006, City Zone Express has over … [Read more...] about Kuehne+Nagel widens Asia road network with acquisition
dnata’s autonomous drones take off in Dubai
dnata has successfully integrated autonomous drones into its cargo operations in Dubai, as it looks to deliver enhanced operational efficiencies and remarkable benefits for its airline partners. The airside services provider first introduced drones to its cargo operations in the UAE in 2022, which have now integrated into the operations’ daily workflow and warehouse inventory processes. The company found out that the use of drones resulted to 20 percent reduction in processing … [Read more...] about dnata’s autonomous drones take off in Dubai
Hactl unveils Cool Chain Complex in Hong Kong
Hactl has launched its newest Cool Chain Complex which is expected to provide a seamless handling process for temperature-controlled shipment transiting Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). Whilst the company did not mention how much space the facility occupies, Hactl said it is the largest of such facilities at the airport. The cold chain facility offers direct airside access and dedicated landside truck docks and features three separate zones for different types of shipments, … [Read more...] about Hactl unveils Cool Chain Complex in Hong Kong
Silk Way West secures IOSA recertification
Silk Way West Airlines has renewed its International Air Transport Association (IATA) Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certification, highlighting the airline's ongoing commitment to safety and operational excellence. This is the sixth time the cargo airline has successfully passed the rigorous IOSA audit since joining IATA in 2015, demonstrating its consistent adherence to the latest international safety requirements in air cargo transport. The comprehensive evaluation … [Read more...] about Silk Way West secures IOSA recertification
Etihad awards 3-year global cargo contract to WFS
Etihad Cargo has signed a 3-year cargo handling agreement with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, which will cover 12 major international airports in Europe, Scandinavia, North America, India, and Asia Pacific. The two organisations signed their first cargo handling agreement in Frankfurt in 2005, and the new contract will see WFS handling over 150,000 tonnes of cargo each year for the Abu Dhabi-headquartered airline. The deal covers existing North … [Read more...] about Etihad awards 3-year global cargo contract to WFS