WCA Ltd has launched the world's first dedicated eCommerce logistics network in response to the changing global economy and a marked shift towards online consumerism. The network is open to all players in the cross-border eCommerce supply chain, according to WCA. "By 2020 it is projected that freight forwarding will be 20 per cent eCommerce driven," said David Yokeum, founder and chairman of WCA. "Our decision to become involved in eCommerce is a direct result of these projections. Our utmost … [Read more...] about WCA launches e-commerce logistics network
Air & Cargo Services
First A350-1000 successfully completes first flight
The first of three A350-1000 development aircraft to fly – MSN059 – landed at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport France yesterday after successfully completing its first flight which lasted four hours and 18 minutes. Powered by Rolls-Royce's new Trent XWB-97 engines, the aircraft traversed south-western France, during which the crew explored the aircraft's handling and flight envelope. The aircraft was accompanied by a chase plane to observe and film the various manoeuvres. Its progress was monitored by … [Read more...] about First A350-1000 successfully completes first flight
Etihad moves 72 high-value racehorses from UK to Kuwait
Etihad Cargo has successfully shipped more than 70 elite racehorses from England to Kuwait after the European racing season. In all, 72 racehorses – worth a combined £36 million (US $45 million) – were transported from London Stansted Airport to Kuwait City, where they will spend the winter months training and racing in the temperate Middle Eastern climate. They were flown on one of the carrier’s state-of-the-art B777 freighters which are equipped with comfortable seating for up to nine grooms … [Read more...] about Etihad moves 72 high-value racehorses from UK to Kuwait
AirBridgeCargo gains IATA CEIV certification
AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) has become the first airline in Russia and the seventh in the world to be awarded IATA's Center of Excellence for Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics (CEIV Pharma) certification for the global transportation of pharma products via its cargo hub in Sheremetyevo, Moscow. The transportation of temperature sensitive pharma shipments is one of the fastest-growing air cargo markets, driven by global demand for healthcare and life science products. In order to comply … [Read more...] about AirBridgeCargo gains IATA CEIV certification
CHAMP Cargosystems completes Cargospot cutover for Cathay Pacific
CHAMP has successfully implemented their Cargospot suite of solutions for Cathay Pacific to their worldwide cargo operations. The airline set out to select a technology partner and a new IT solution that would set unprecedented standards in reliability, efficiency and adaptability, and meet Cathay Pacific's cargo automation needs for many years to come. The CHAMP Cargospot solution suite selected by Cathay Pacific fulfills the business needs of over 130 airlines and cargo operators in 75+ … [Read more...] about CHAMP Cargosystems completes Cargospot cutover for Cathay Pacific
DHL invests in new e-commerce distribution centre at Narita, Japan
DHL eCommerce has announced plans to build an Outbound Cross-Border eCommerce Distribution Center in Narita, Japan. The facility, expected to be completed by by April 2017, will broaden the range of e-commerce logistics services available to e-tailers and marketplaces operating in the country. New shipping products specifically designed for e-tailers will offer greater choices to reach consumers in Europe, the US and the UK, DHL said. Focused on reliability and value-for-money, the services are … [Read more...] about DHL invests in new e-commerce distribution centre at Narita, Japan
