Hellmann Worldwide Logistics will launch a new tracking tool for air freight shipments in partnership with Bonn-based tech startup BlueBox Systems, a press release revealed. The full-service provider and its IT partner developed a web-based platform that provides information about their air freight shipments at a glance, regardless of airline, route or type of shipment. Based on GPS coordinates, SmartAir! provides real-time information about air freight shipments, including stopovers and … [Read more...] about Hellmann develops new tracking platform for air cargo
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Singapore Airlines to conduct test flights for vaccine shipments
Singapore Airlines (SIA) said on December 5 it would prioritise the shipment of Covid-19 vaccines and will conduct test flights soon to proof the process, The Straits Times reported, citing a company statement and spokesperson comments. During a media event, SIA senior vice-president of cargo Chin Yau Seng said: "We have been working hard to ensure that we are ready for one of the biggest and most important supply chain challenges of our generation." SIA has proposed to conduct test … [Read more...] about Singapore Airlines to conduct test flights for vaccine shipments
Antonov Airlines drafts world’s largest freighter to do the heavylifting
Antonov Airlines on 7 December announced that it will be putting its An-225 Mriya (meaning “dream” in Ukrainian) into commercial operation as customers face a crunch in heavylift capacity. The 250-tonne-capacity An-225 Mriya aircraft had been sideline this year for routine maintenance but will be back in action next week, according to the Ukrainian airline. The move comes as the airline saw a surge in demand for An-124s due to limited capacity for such aircraft. Antonov has a fleet of … [Read more...] about Antonov Airlines drafts world’s largest freighter to do the heavylifting
When and which Covid-19 vaccines will be available in Asia
Pfizer-BioNTech’s vaccine candidate has already received authorisation for emergency use from the UK government, whilst others are following suit, with Moderna sharing its recent trials data to Singapore’s health authority for evaluation on emergency use in the city state. Many Asian countries do not expect to receive big amounts initially. Lack of infrastructure for developing countries in the region posts a big challenge to shippers and logistics providers and this is only one part of the … [Read more...] about When and which Covid-19 vaccines will be available in Asia
FedEx adds flights in Asia Pacific, tells online buyers to shop early
Anticipating peak volumes during the holiday season, FedEx has increased the number of weekly flights in and out of Asia Pacific, particularly the Asia-Europe route and flights into Australia from Asia. Culprit for the massive demand is none other than the rapid growth of e-commerce, with online sales from 11 countries in Asia Pacific predicted to reach $2.5 trillion in 2024. Also read: FedEx Express to open US$30 million Clark facility in April FedEx cited McKinsey data saying Asia has … [Read more...] about FedEx adds flights in Asia Pacific, tells online buyers to shop early
Changi-led taskforce says Singapore is ready for vaccine logistics
News about a taskforce to facilitate the transportation and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines in Singapore is certainly a breath of fresh air and adds a bit more context to the complicated logistics this would entail. The Changi Ready Taskforce, co-led by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and Changi Airport Group (CAG), jointly announced on 8 December that the Singapore air cargo hub is ready to ship vaccines, with 18 members pledging support. The taskforce is a … [Read more...] about Changi-led taskforce says Singapore is ready for vaccine logistics
