Qatar Airways Cargo, along with Doha-based ground handling partner Qatar Aviation Services (QAS) Cargo, have now completed the suite of IATA CEIV certifications with the addition of the IATA Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators in Perishable Logistics (CEIV Fresh) certification. The CEIV Fresh certification demonstrates Qatar Airways Cargo's sustained commitment to the highest standards when handling and transporting perishable goods. The standard encompasses the entire supply … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways completes IATA CEIV certifications
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Maastricht Aachen Airport to join Schiphol Group
Royal Schiphol Group finalised a landmark €4.2 million deal on 8 June to purchase a 40 percent stake in Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST), becoming the second shareholder in the airport alongside the province of Limburg. The joining of forces will see both hubs share market intelligence and freight data as the teams develop innovations in cargo transport and handling, with Maastricht offering an ideal testing ground for key priorities such as sustainable aviation. In addition to … [Read more...] about Maastricht Aachen Airport to join Schiphol Group
Cool Chain Association welcomes new members
Exciting times for the Cool Chain Association as two new members have joined the group to contribute to the group’s mission of improving the temperature-controlled supply chain and creating a more sustainable future for the industry. Switzerland-based Lamprecht Pharma Logistics and France-based Logfret are the latest members to join the CCA. Lamprecht Pharma Logistics, a logistics solution provider for pharmaceuticals, and Logfret, an international freight forwarding company offering digital … [Read more...] about Cool Chain Association welcomes new members
Singapore to establish SAF supply with Neste
Neste is strengthening its position as world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel or SAF with the announced completion of its €1.6 billion refinery expansion in Singapore in May. The energy company has established a supply chain to Singapore Changi Airport to make neat SAF available to regional and international airlines. It also has other renewable energy products that can be used on the ground to support the wider industry’s sustainability targets. In this interview, the company … [Read more...] about Singapore to establish SAF supply with Neste
How AI, LLMs are transforming the airline industry
Artificial intelligence, and in particular large language models (LLMs), have significant potential to revolutionise the airline industry. Whilst AI and neural networks, the models underlying LLMs, have been in existence for many years, it is in 2023 that they have reached mainstream prominence with the introduction of ChatGPT. This AI model, built upon LLM technology, has surprised even experts with its remarkable accuracy and, in certain scenarios, demonstrates capabilities close to what … [Read more...] about How AI, LLMs are transforming the airline industry
DB Schenker unveils new facility in rural Finland
DB Schenker is set to open new warehouse facilities in Ilvesvuori, Nurmijärvi. The 25,600-sqm Nurmijärvi distribution center or NDC at Ilvesvuorentie 8 has been built in accordance with the BREEAM Very Good sustainability certificate and uses geothermal heat and energy produced by its own solar panels (300 kWp). Together with the warehouse on the adjacent site, opened in 2012, DB Schenker now has a 50,000-sqm contract logistics center in Ilvesvuori. “Six of our previous warehouses in … [Read more...] about DB Schenker unveils new facility in rural Finland
