EMC Corp, whose computer storagedevices are used as part of telecommunicationssystems from mainland firmsHuawei Technologies and ZTE, hasopened its Asia-Pacific logistics centrein Hong Kong. The new operation,backed by DHL Exel Supply Chain,will help to speed up shipments forEMC's mainland original equipmentmanufacturing partners and its othercustomers in the region. The EMC Asia-Pacific and JapanSupply Chain and Logistics Centre inTsuen Wan is under the management ofDHL Exel Supply Chain, a … [Read more...] about HKG base gives speed edge for EMC
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Universal offers E-Luggistics system
Luggage Express Found, a divisionof US-based Universal Express hasrolled out its web-based "lost luggage"tracking system - E-Luggistics. The system uses mobile technologyto track luggage, the moment airlinesenter lost luggage information intothe system. The system will be capableof integrating with airlines' systems inthe near future. E-Luggistics offers full tracking ofluggage from check-in to final receipt,reducing costs, minimising excessive paperworkand ensuring 100 percent … [Read more...] about Universal offers E-Luggistics system
CEVA wins contract with RR unit
CEVA Logistics (formerly TNTLogistics) has won a five-year contractwith Rolls-Royce Marine AS - Diesels, asubsidiary of Rolls-Royce Plc. The company specialises in the design,development, supply and supportof diesel and gas-engines and propulsionsystems for commercial and navalcustomers worldwide as well as powergeneration solutions. Through its business unit in the Benelux,CEVA Logistics said it will performthe role of lead logistics provider tocoordinate supply chain managementfor the … [Read more...] about CEVA wins contract with RR unit
AMB leases DHL distribution space
AMB Property Corporation, a globaldeveloper and owner of industrialreal estate, said it has leased 1,024,000square feet to DHL Exel Supply Chain,the logistics business unit of DHL'sgroup of companies. The Deutsche Post unit has fullyleasedthe distribution space of threenewly redeveloped industrial buildingsat AMB Fengxian Logistics Center inShanghai. DHL Exel Supply Chainis using the multi-client logistics campusto deliver distribution services tomanufacturers of fast-moving consumergoods and … [Read more...] about AMB leases DHL distribution space
Schenker, BAX Global offer joint India network
Schenker and BAX Global havemerged in India and are offering ajoint network service of 27 locationsin the country to customers. Christian Nebel, managing directorof the joint organisation of Schenkerand BAX Global in India, said the mergedentities were able to offer comprehensivesolutions in airfreight, intermodaland project business, among others,along with a host of other warehousingand associated logistics and supplychain management services. … [Read more...] about Schenker, BAX Global offer joint India network
China logistics hubs show potential
China's five main logistics centresmay see 10 second-tier cities operatingas centres of manufacturing andlogistics, according to a research reportby property consultant Jones LangLaSalle (JLL). The second-tier cities of Chengdu,Hangzhou, Shenyang, Chongqing,Wuhan, Nanjing, Harbin, Changchun,Xi'an and Zhengzhou all show increasingtrends in retail growth, they said. "Given that the retail sector accountsfor three-quarters of logistics activity,the current and future location … [Read more...] about China logistics hubs show potential
