Is it just us or does everyone feel that this year seems to be moving a little quicker than the previous? We are already eight months into 2017 and the majority of us feel it is literally whizzing by. Something to be excited about is the current industry trend. Having had the chance to glance through many mid-year reports, it is safe to declare that cargo demands have stayed relevant, following a solid start from the beginning of the year. This is contrary to the … [Read more...] about How time flies…
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Let’s Unite
“Let’s Unite” – the theme that’s been introduced by the newly appointed Chairman of SLFFA Mr. Jagath Pathirane. The Sri Lanka Logistics & Freight Forwarders Association (SLFFA) held its 36th Annual General Meeting on the 6th of July 2017 with a large gathering of industry specialist and fellow members of the organization. The chief guest was the chairman of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority Dr. Parakrama Dissanayake, who was pleased to convey to the house the development plans of … [Read more...] about Let’s Unite
Stranger things have happened… or have they?
We’ve been venturing further and further from the norm, but it’s time to come back to earth. As with everything in the world, there are times when coloring outside the lines is justifiable, alas, we live in a society that doesn’t tolerate it for too long. That being said, there are times when doing things out of the norm is just a no-no, especially on flights. Real life examples: Creating your own luck For the superstitious, there are many rituals and concepts behind ensuring … [Read more...] about Stranger things have happened… or have they?
Volga-Dnepr continues to deliver
With over two decades worth of experience in successfully handling outsized cargo and heavy transportation technologies, it is no surprise that Volga-Dnepr has built up a reputation as a trusted name in the air freight industry. The strong partnerships within the group, coupled with the unique “cargo supermarket strategy and door-to-door’ deliveries,” are but a few of the key strategies’ the group has adopted in the development of their individual and complex solutions in aviation … [Read more...] about Volga-Dnepr continues to deliver
Panalpina makes moves on the Intra-Asian and Transpac markets
Panalpina’s traditional and well–established biggest trade of Europe to Asia will remain but will be used as a base to grow the intra-Asian and transpac markets. “We have made good inroads in the intra-Asia market with double digit growth over the past couple of years. We’ve been growing on the back of strong automotive production and volumes into and out of China and India primarily, as well as pharmaceutical traffic from Singapore,” Sou Ping Chee, Regional Head of Air Freight Asia … [Read more...] about Panalpina makes moves on the Intra-Asian and Transpac markets
Kerry Logistics partners with Maxim’s
Kerry Logistics Network Limited (Kerry Logistics) has secured a long-term contract with Maxim’s Caterers Ltd, Hong Kong’s leading food and beverage company. Kerry Logistics will provide integrated logistics services, including cold chain solutions, supporting the caterer’s more than 780 outlets in Hong Kong and key accounts, 365 days per year. This strategic cooperation signals the collaboration of two industry leaders in Hong Kong, and exists to serve the Hong Kong community with speedy and … [Read more...] about Kerry Logistics partners with Maxim’s
