Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, announced the launch of the Collaborative Shipping Tool. This new digital tool simplifies the import process for customers by enabling seamless collaboration during Airway Bill (AWB) creation between importers and shippers, enhancing overall efficiency when moving goods across the globe. Global merchandise trade is set to increase by 3%, with Imports in Asia projected to grow by 5.1% in 2025. According to … [Read more...] about FedEx introduces Collaborative Shipping Tool to enhance import process and boost logistics efficiency
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Emirates SkyCargo celebrates nearly 39 years of connecting to Africa
As the logistics industry comes together in Nairobi at Air Cargo Africa, Emirates SkyCargo reaffirms its near-four decade commitment to the continent. With an average of 3,820 tonnes carried in and out of Africa every week, the airline strengthens trade lanes and connects African manufacturers, traders and exporters with businesses all over the world. “Africa has been a priority market for Emirates SkyCargo since our first flight to the continent in 1986. Since then, we’ve gone from strength … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo celebrates nearly 39 years of connecting to Africa
Freightos introduces Index Linking for freight contracts, bringing global trade to the digital age
Freightos, the world’s leading digital freight booking and payment platform, announced the launch of the Freightos Index Linking Toolkit in its Freightos Terminal market intelligence solution. This innovative toolkit enables dynamic contract pricing that automatically adjusts to market fluctuations, providing a seamless and resilient approach to freight rate management. Index-linking transforms how importers, exporters, freight forwarders and carriers manage stable, reliable and persistent … [Read more...] about Freightos introduces Index Linking for freight contracts, bringing global trade to the digital age
Signifcant growth in 2024 at Schiphol Cargo
At Schiphol Cargo - total air cargo tonnage reached 1.5 million tonnes in 2024, marking an 8.2 percent increase on 2023. Electronics, machinery and spare parts, perishables, clothing, e-commerce goods, and pharmaceuticals are some of the largest categories by freight volume. Air cargo growth was driven by a surge in e-commerce and various global geo-political developments and ocean shipping restrictions. The Full Freighter to Belly ratio stood at 57 percent to 43 percent, reflecting a … [Read more...] about Signifcant growth in 2024 at Schiphol Cargo
New Carousel Logistics Birmingham Airport facility reduces delivery times and carbon emissions
Carousel Logistics has opened a new airside facility at Birmingham Airport to consolidate its cargo handling operations. The cargo hub triples Carousel’s previous handling capability and is projected to reduce up to 50,000 miles of road transport per year. “Our new facility at Birmingham Airport will allow us to handle even greater volumes of cargo within the same tight time window,” said Andrew Lowery, UK Managing Director, Carousel Logistics. “Strategically located near the M42 and M6 … [Read more...] about New Carousel Logistics Birmingham Airport facility reduces delivery times and carbon emissions
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport recognised by IATA for pharma handling excellence
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has formally recognised Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) as a hub for certified pharma handling, following efforts by the Puerto Rico Life Sciences Air Cargo Community to improve cold chain operations in the region. The Community has been working closely with SJU and the Department of Economic Development and Commerce of Puerto Rico (DEDC) to support logistics providers in achieving the Center of Excellence for Independent … [Read more...] about Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport recognised by IATA for pharma handling excellence
