Crane Worldwide Logistics, a leading supply chain solutions company, announced that they have opened a new facility in Machelen, Belgium, located next to Brussels International Airport with Fons de Haan as Managing Director. Belgium is an incredibly important market for us given its location to other leading countries in Europe,” said Marco Nazzari, Regional Vice President, EMEIA. “Given Fons de Haan’s significant experience in the industry, we are poised to deliver success for our … [Read more...] about Crane Worldwide Logistics announces new office in Belgium
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THAI Smile Airways to be new Star Alliance Connecting Partner
Star Alliance announced the plans for THAI Smile Airways to become the next Connecting Partner in its global network. The Chief Executive Board of Star Alliance, meeting on the sides of the 75th IATA Annual General Meeting in Seoul, approved the application of THAI Smile Airways to become a part the Alliance’s Connecting Partner model. The Connecting Partner model was established by Star Alliance in June 2016 to complement its membership model. In contrast … [Read more...] about THAI Smile Airways to be new Star Alliance Connecting Partner
UPS testing advanced e-vehicle model
UPS and BPW announced that the companies are testing a new e-vehicle model in Germany. The next-generation UPS delivery truck is a converted diesel vehicle that incorporates an innovative dual-motor rear axle drive developed by BPW, and is now making deliveries in central Cologne. This test is part of UPS’s ongoing dual commitment to innovation and reducing the environmental impact of its services. The test vehicle currently on the streets of Cologne is a conventional 7.5 tonne UPS … [Read more...] about UPS testing advanced e-vehicle model
UPS appoints new Human Resources Officer
UPS announced the appointment of Charlene Thomas as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective July 1, and the retirement of Teri McClure. Charlene Thomas joins the UPS Management Committee, the company’s senior-most leadership group, and will report to UPS Chairman and CEO David Abney. Charlene began her career at UPS in 1989 and has progressed through successive leadership roles at the company. She has extensive operations experience, including management roles in West Chester, … [Read more...] about UPS appoints new Human Resources Officer
American Airlines opens new gates at DFW Airport
American Airlines, the world’s largest airline, opened 15 new gates in the Terminal E satellite at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), supporting more than 100 daily regional flights for American Eagle service. The completely renovated space includes refreshed ticket counters and gate areas as well as new ramp lighting, moving walkways, elevators and escalators. Later this summer, American will also open a new Admirals Club in Terminal E, and the satellite terminal will be home to … [Read more...] about American Airlines opens new gates at DFW Airport
DHL new letter prices to be effective from July 1 2019 onwards
Deutsche Post recently applied for approval from the Bundesnetzagentur (German Federal Network Agency) responsible to introduce its new prices for letter mail products and additional services. After approval has been granted, which is expected to take place in June, the new prices will come into force from July 1, 2019 and apply until December 31, 2021. After more than three years of price stability, the application includes, among other changes, a price rise for standard domestic letters of … [Read more...] about DHL new letter prices to be effective from July 1 2019 onwards
