Amidst a surge in e-commerce shipments and lack of belly capacity, cargo operators, lessors, and investors are now looking at converting narrowbody freighters as a more long-term strategic investment. But with only a handful of players capable and authorised to make such modifications, one of the issues is where do we find the capacity to convert these orders? In an interview, Payload Asia talks to Zach Young, director of sales and marketing of Precision Aircraft as he gives us a rundown of the … [Read more...] about Precision Aircraft on freighter conversions and more
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SATS: Connecting cargo, gateways and supply chains
With an experience spanning over 70 years, SATS connects people, businesses and communities seamlessly through comprehensive services for customers like airlines, cruise lines, freight forwarders, postal services and e-commerce companies. Using innovative food technologies and resilient supply chains, it creates tasty, quality food in sustainable ways for airlines, foodservice chains, retailers and institutions. SATS is delighting customers in 55 locations and 14 countries across the Asia … [Read more...] about SATS: Connecting cargo, gateways and supply chains
Meet Turkish Cargo’s Far East vice president Tarik Parlak
Turkish Cargo’s operations made a significant contribution to the company’s overall revenue and profit last year and in the Far East region, the team recorded a remarkable 1 billion in revenue.. The flag carrier is certainly in the top 5 combination airlines that are thriving with cargo, operating 21 online stations and connecting services via the Istanbul air hub. Data released by IATA saw Turkish achieve the biggest growth ratio amongst the top 25 air cargo carriers with 5.7 percent market … [Read more...] about Meet Turkish Cargo’s Far East vice president Tarik Parlak
ANA Cargo becomes Pharma.Aero full member
Press release ANA Cargo, the first Japanese airline to obtain CEIV Pharma certification, has joined Pharma.Aero as a full member as it aims to enhance its expertise in handling healthcare shipments. “Pharma.Aero welcomes ANA Cargo into our family of members to exchange and build market knowledge and expertise. Pharma.Aero continues to pursue its vision in achieving reliable end-to-end air transportation of pharma cargo by expanding its global network and inviting more stakeholders across … [Read more...] about ANA Cargo becomes Pharma.Aero full member
Asia Pacific airlines add Releye RLP for fleet use
The need to keep product integrity, particularly for temperature-sensitive shipments like vaccines, requires a certain set of standards and procedures for each stakeholder. With more doses being distributed all over the world, carrier and cargo operators are trying to enhance the visibility of shipment data and travel long distances without having to worry about excursions. And this is exactly what Releye RLP does: LD11-sized unit with a unique air flow technology; fits 3-euro pallets (or 2-US … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific airlines add Releye RLP for fleet use
The ‘cold chain logistics challenge’ of COVID-19 vaccines
When the first COVID-19 cases were reported, no one could have predicted the devastating impact this virus would wreak worldwide. Developing life-saving doses was the first step in the fight back against the virus. The world then faced the significant challenges of having to protect, transport and safely store temperature-sensitive pandemic payloads worldwide. Whilst developing effective vaccines is only part of the battle in the ongoing fight against the virus, it’s imperative the cold chain … [Read more...] about The ‘cold chain logistics challenge’ of COVID-19 vaccines
