Press release ST Engineering this week announced the appointment of Timothy (Tim) J. McBride as president of ST Engineering North America for its US headquarters in Alexandria, VA, effective 1 November. The US is the Group’s single largest market outside of Singapore, and contributes about a quarter of total revenue. “We are delighted to have Tim join our senior management team at an important phase of ST Engineering’s growth journey. Tim brings with him a deep understanding of the … [Read more...] about ST Engineering names new boss for North America unit
Air & Cargo Services
ANA launches SAF initiative ahead of UN climate summit
All Nippon Airways (ANA) last week launched its own initiative to promote the use of sustainable aviation fuel as the company looks to join the rest of the industry in advocating the use of alternative fuel and ultimately reducing the aviation industry’s carbon footprint. The airline has received support from its forwarder partners with Nippon Express, Kintetsu World Express and Yusen Logistics announcing their participation in the SAF Flight Initiative. ANA, along with these three major … [Read more...] about ANA launches SAF initiative ahead of UN climate summit
JD Logistics targets 100 planes by 2030
JD Logistics is planning an air cargo company as it plans to expand its integrated supply chain services globally, the company’s CEO of logistics, Yui Yu, told Bloomberg in an interview. Yu said the company has been recently approved by Chinese authorities, with plans to purchase or lease planes for cargo use. "We purchase planes or lease them, and the cargo freight business should comply with local laws and regulations [of the countries we operate],” explained Yu when asked about the … [Read more...] about JD Logistics targets 100 planes by 2030
Dubai bans cargo imports at DXB to clear backlog
Dubai will restrict imports of cargo into its international airport for six days from Tuesday to clear a backlog caused by “extraordinarily high” volumes of inbound shipments. Cargo handler dnata told the Financial Times that restrictions would include cargo in transit to other destinations in the UAE with only certain essential items exempted from the ban. “We are currently working around the clock to clear the backlog of unprocessed cargo at Dubai International Airport, caused by … [Read more...] about Dubai bans cargo imports at DXB to clear backlog
SAL nabs cargo handling deal with Qatar Airways in Saudi
Saudi Logistics Services, more commonly known as SAL, has signed a cargo ground handling agreement with Qatar Airways Cargo, to provide comprehensive ground logistics support at Saudi Arabia’s main airports, including Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Medina. SAL said this agreement is in line with one of its strategic growth initiatives of increasing the number of partnerships with leading regional and global airlines that have high cargo shipping capacities. Hesham Alhussayen, CEO of SAL, said … [Read more...] about SAL nabs cargo handling deal with Qatar Airways in Saudi
Geodis to open contract logistics facility in India
Geodis is looking to enhance its contract logistics capabilities in India with the planned launch of a multi-user facility in Luhari, Haryana, slated to open in March next year. The move comes amidst India’s e-commerce boom which has seen an unprecedented demand for contract logistics offerings, particularly advanced warehousing solutions for retailers. “The shift towards online shopping and omnichannel platforms, accelerated by the pandemic, has compelled retailers to seek logistics … [Read more...] about Geodis to open contract logistics facility in India