GEODIS has announced Eric Herman as new managing director for contract logistics in APAC, leveraging his 25-year experience in supply chain strategy, operations and capacity assessments, as well as network and facility design, to support the supply chain operator’s focus on contract logistics in APAC. “Eric has an in-depth Asia-Pacific market knowledge of e-commerce trends, last-mile networks and next-generation warehouse designs. He will lead an accelerated growth strategy, by guiding our … [Read more...] about GEODIS names new APAC managing director for contract logistics
Air & Cargo Services
SAL launches Riyadh cold storage facilities
With aims to transform Saudi Arabia into a global logistics hub by 2030, and in time for the Covid-19 vaccine distribution, cargo ground handler Saudi Arabian Logistics (SAL) revealed its new pharma and perishable facilities at Riyadh Airport’s Cargo Village on 25 November, a press release stated. “The Saudi Ministry of Transport assured the country’s transport infrastructure and facilities, particularly air cargo and logistics, are fully prepared to handle COVID-19 vaccines once it’s ready … [Read more...] about SAL launches Riyadh cold storage facilities
Philippine Airlines eyes US court protection from creditors
Local news reported last week that Philippine Airlines is considering filing bankruptcy protection in the US courts to give the embattled carrier more breathing space to restructure debts which have ballooned to US$5 billion, mostly owed to suppliers and lessors of planes. This would make its proposed debt restructuring plan the largest in the country’s history. Company insiders told local newspaper Inquirer that the embattled flag carrier will likely file court protection in the US … [Read more...] about Philippine Airlines eyes US court protection from creditors
How DHL ensured WHO supplies got to the far-flung Pacific
The far flung islands in the Pacific have not been spared the brunt of COVID-19, and despite the low number of cases, these nations which relied heavily on tourism faced a logistical challenge in sending basic goods no thanks to the dramatic cut in passenger flights that would carry belly cargo. The WHO has been working tirelessly to ensure supplies and healthcare equipment reach these islands, which experienced a recent spike in COVID-19 infections that doubled its total number of … [Read more...] about How DHL ensured WHO supplies got to the far-flung Pacific
SpiceJet starts winter cargo flights to Ladakh capital
SpiceJet today launched seasonal freighter services to Leh, capital of Ladakh, to ensure that essential supplies and cargo are delivered during the winter months. SpiceXpress, the cargo arm of the Indian airline, will deploy its Boeing 737 freighter on this route, with the first freighter flight from Delhi to Leh carrying 13 tonnes of supplies. The new flights launched are seasonal and will operate during the winter months when surface transportation is disrupted due to adverse weather … [Read more...] about SpiceJet starts winter cargo flights to Ladakh capital
Singapore’s Mapletree to embark on $410 million warehouse development in Japan
Mapletree Investments expects to allot over S$550 million ($410 million) for the development of modern logistics hubs in Kyushu, which is set to be the largest warehouse space in Japan’s southwestern island upon completion. The Singapore-based company purchased 116,319 square metres of prime land for warehouse development in Chikushino, Fukuoka, which will be transformed into two blocks of multistorey logistics facilities with a combined gross floor area of 231,648 sqm. The development by … [Read more...] about Singapore’s Mapletree to embark on $410 million warehouse development in Japan