Pelican BioThermal’s network station and drop point in Incheon, opened in May last year, seems to be paying off as the ‘global name in temperature-controlled packaging’ announced its latest partnership with Korean carrier Asiana Airlines. This gives Asiana Airlines access to Pelican BioThermal’s container-on-demand rental programme as the demand for shipping temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals picks up in line with the Covid-19 response. Also read: Korean Air Cargo enhances … [Read more...] about Pelican BioThermal announces tie-up with Asiana Airlines
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SpiceJet expands cargo fleet as vaccine drive gains pace
Fresh from kickstarting the vaccine drive across India last week, SpiceJet has drafted two more wide-body planes—B767 and A330—to its cargo fleet, to meet the demand for long-haul routes to Europe and North America. “The need for wide-body planes to deliver vaccines and other important cargo has never been more important than today,” said Ajay Singh, chairman and managing director of SpiceJet. The carrier’s dedicated fleet for cargo now counts 19, including five wide-body jets, five Boeing … [Read more...] about SpiceJet expands cargo fleet as vaccine drive gains pace
Aircraft lessor BBAM to add 12 more 737-800BCFs
BBAM Limited Partnership is set to expand its 737-800BCF fleet with six firm orders and six options, as the aircraft leasing company looks to ride on the continued growth in the e-commerce and express cargo market. Boeing said the agreement brings the aircraft lessor’s 737-800BCF orders and commitments to 15. “As we look ahead to expanding our cargo fleet, the 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter provides the performance and efficiency our customers need,” said Steve Zissis, CEO of … [Read more...] about Aircraft lessor BBAM to add 12 more 737-800BCFs
Bolloré Logistics joins Pharma.Aero, banks on innovation
Bolloré Logistics, one of the world’s top transport and logistics companies, was recently welcomed by Pharma.Aero as its 44th full member. “Pharma.Aero continues to expand its global network and we welcome Bolloré Logistics into the membership,” said Nathan De Valck, chairman of Pharma.Aero. “It allows us to further improve the air transportation and handling of pharmaceutical and vaccine shipments by creating awareness and focusing on global collaboration within the air cargo industry,” … [Read more...] about Bolloré Logistics joins Pharma.Aero, banks on innovation
JAL Cargo powers domestic service with CHAMP API
Japan Airlines (JAL) has implemented CHAMP’s API Gateway solution to power a new domestic air cargo service. CHAMP Cargosystems said this will enable the carrier to compete with other modes of transport and seamless integrate air and land options for its customers. JAL will also be able to offer capacity to its business partners by allowing them to match shipment requests from shippers with available flights. The solution enables the airline to use a suite of APIs that connect its new … [Read more...] about JAL Cargo powers domestic service with CHAMP API
Qatar Airways makes digital leap with WebCargo
Qatar Airways Cargo is marking a major milestone in air cargo digitalisation as it looks to go live on Freightos’ cargo booking platform WebCargo, providing forwarders with real-time pricing and capacity. “Digitalisation is a crucial step in powering agile supply chains in a rapidly changing world," said Freightos Group CEO, Zvi Schrieber. With this partnership, forwarders working with QR Cargo will be able to book online in real time and gain access to live rates and available capacity, … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways makes digital leap with WebCargo