Dubai-based freight forwarder Aramex and German logistics leader DB Schenker are looking to feed of each other's capabilities in Abu Dhabi and the wider Middle East and Africa region after the two companies signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU). The deal aims to drive forward synergistic opportunities in supply chain solutions across multiple critical industries to and from Abu Dhabi and the wider MEA region. The move comes as Aramex looks to expand its freight forwarding service … [Read more...] about Aramex, DB Schenker team up to tap market opportunities
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Cainiao, Nestlé team up on promoting greener supply chain
Cainiao Network has teamed up with Nestlé to promote a greener supply chain for the leading Swiss food company’s operations across China. Alibaba’s logistics arm said the cooperation is an ‘industry first’ when it comes to achieving sustainable end-to-end supply chain management, which will transform Nestlé’s operations from the production line all the way to warehousing, transfer, distribution and package recycling by end consumers. Both companies have already started working last month … [Read more...] about Cainiao, Nestlé team up on promoting greener supply chain
PLA Global Wrap: Week 27
In the week 27 instalment of PLA's Global Wrap, we look at Antonov's on-time efforts to deliver fire trucks from the Middle East to Central Asia at short notice. We also feature acquisitions from forwarders Geodis and Hellmann as they make strategic strides in expanding their markets in US and Europe. Of course we have the latest B2B updates from our favourite cargo handlers, industry groups and MRO service providers. Here's PLA Global Wrap: week 26 Antonov delivers fire trucks to Central … [Read more...] about PLA Global Wrap: Week 27
CEVA expands semicon logistics footprint in Singapore
CEVA Logistics is set to expand its contract logistics business in Singapore with a new facility for semiconductor manufacturer ASM International NV. The 95,000 square-foot facility will be located at ASM Internationals new global manufacturing headquarters in Singapore, where CEVA will provide contract logistics support at a state-of-the-art, in-house operations site, with on-site and off-site warehouse management. CEVA Logistics will provide critical logistics support, such as inventory … [Read more...] about CEVA expands semicon logistics footprint in Singapore
dnata names new managing director for Singapore
Leading ground services provider dnata has announced the appointment of Musdalifa Abdullah as the company’s managing director for Singapore effective immediately, a press release read. In his role, Musdalifa will oversee dnata’s ground handling, cargo and catering operations at Changi Airport in Singapore. He will manage a team of 1,800 employees, ensuring world-class services and safety for over 40 airline customers. Stewart Angus, divisional senior vice president for airport operations, … [Read more...] about dnata names new managing director for Singapore
10 steps to prepare supply chains for quick vaccine rollout
When the first Covid-19 vaccine was approved for use in late 2020, it marked a momentous achievement in science. It was the result of an urgent and expedited development process that would have typically taken years. As scientists worldwide rallied together to develop next-generation vaccine technology, governments invested heavily in manufacturing infrastructure to shore up vaccine production capacities. To date, more than 2.15 billion vaccine doses have been administered worldwide, … [Read more...] about 10 steps to prepare supply chains for quick vaccine rollout
