The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has noted a “significant improvement†in all the indicators of airline business confidence, measured by IATA’s latestJanuary quarterly survey. The survey also highlighted a divergence between more positive Asian airlines and more pessimistic European carriers, but for the first time since January 2008, a majority said profitability had improved in the previous quarter. A full 76 per cent of those surveyed expect … [Read more...] about IATA survey indicates carrier confidence up
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TIACA chairman says air cargo well positioned
Air cargo can emerge from the global economic crisis in a stronger position than other transport modes as manufacturers rethink their production and supply chain strategies, says the chairman of The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA), UlrichOgiermann. Manufacturers and other businesses will be more reluctant than ever to tie up vast investment in stock, taking them back to the principle of ‘just-in-time’ production, he said. “Thisâ€Â, he added … [Read more...] about TIACA chairman says air cargo well positioned
Datamonitor report paints bleak air cargo picture
Although the air freight industry appears to be on track for a recovery, a new report by Datamonitor warns of “significant challenges for long-term profitability,†including the possibility of a ‘double-dip’ recession. The report titled, ‘Global Air Freight through the Economic Downturn’ warns that despite the improvements in the closing months of 2009, air freight’s recovery in 2010 is expected to be modest. Datamonitor forecasts a growth … [Read more...] about Datamonitor report paints bleak air cargo picture
Swissport International
Swissport International has announced two personnel changes within its cargo organisation. Wouter Brand assumes overall responsibility for Swissport’s Dutch airfreight handling, while Francisco Gonçalves takes charge of cargo handling in Brazil. Both appointees assume their duties with immediate effect. Wouter Brand previously served in Global Key Account Management at Swissport head office, where he was active in developing commercial contacts and agreements. A local … [Read more...] about Swissport International
Damco
Damco has announced the appointment of Willie van Heusden as managing director for its New Zealand operations. In this role, van Heusden will oversee all aspects of the logistics and freight forwarding business. Van Heusden joins Damco from Schenker NZ Ltd where he was general manager of its Auckland operations from 2000-2007. Since then he has been active in supply chain consultancy. He is also the current president of Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders Association in New Zealand. … [Read more...] about Damco
Air Logistics Group
Global air cargo sales and service provider, Air Logistics Group has announced with immediate effect, that Stephen Dawkins will become chief operating officer (COO) responsible for worldwide operations of the group. “During 2009, one of the toughest years in aviation history, Steve has proven that he has the strength of character, enthusiasm and commitment required to continue to drive this business forwardâ€Â, said Helmut Mair, head of Air Logistics Group. “It is … [Read more...] about Air Logistics Group