As an industry leader in sustainable packaging solutions and systems, Sealed Air Corporation is proud to play a role in providing the essential packaging solutions needed to help customers in the fight against COVID-19. Sealed Air provides customers with packaging solutions including custom-fabricated shipping boxes, and automated packaging and bagging systems that enable the distribution of medical equipment, face coverings, and test kits. Sealed Air is supporting the vaccine … [Read more...] about Sealed Air packs a punch to support the Covid-19 response
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dnata boosts UK operations with new Manchester hub
Press Release dnata has opened a new, state-of-the art cargo complex, dnata City North, at Manchester Airport (MAN). Representing an investment of over GBP30 million, the 150,000 sqft facility allows the company to significantly expand and consolidate its Manchester operations. Particularly well-situated for ease of airfield access, dnata's purpose-built on-airport facility includes 125,000 sqft warehouse space and is capable of processing in excess of 150,000 tonnes of cargo annually. It … [Read more...] about dnata boosts UK operations with new Manchester hub
Pelican BioThermal announces tie-up with Asiana Airlines
Pelican BioThermal’s network station and drop point in Incheon, opened in May last year, seems to be paying off as the ‘global name in temperature-controlled packaging’ announced its latest partnership with Korean carrier Asiana Airlines. This gives Asiana Airlines access to Pelican BioThermal’s container-on-demand rental programme as the demand for shipping temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals picks up in line with the Covid-19 response. Also read: Korean Air Cargo enhances … [Read more...] about Pelican BioThermal announces tie-up with Asiana Airlines
SpiceJet expands cargo fleet as vaccine drive gains pace
Fresh from kickstarting the vaccine drive across India last week, SpiceJet has drafted two more wide-body planes—B767 and A330—to its cargo fleet, to meet the demand for long-haul routes to Europe and North America. “The need for wide-body planes to deliver vaccines and other important cargo has never been more important than today,” said Ajay Singh, chairman and managing director of SpiceJet. The carrier’s dedicated fleet for cargo now counts 19, including five wide-body jets, five Boeing … [Read more...] about SpiceJet expands cargo fleet as vaccine drive gains pace
Aircraft lessor BBAM to add 12 more 737-800BCFs
BBAM Limited Partnership is set to expand its 737-800BCF fleet with six firm orders and six options, as the aircraft leasing company looks to ride on the continued growth in the e-commerce and express cargo market. Boeing said the agreement brings the aircraft lessor’s 737-800BCF orders and commitments to 15. “As we look ahead to expanding our cargo fleet, the 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter provides the performance and efficiency our customers need,” said Steve Zissis, CEO of … [Read more...] about Aircraft lessor BBAM to add 12 more 737-800BCFs
Bolloré Logistics joins Pharma.Aero, banks on innovation
Bolloré Logistics, one of the world’s top transport and logistics companies, was recently welcomed by Pharma.Aero as its 44th full member. “Pharma.Aero continues to expand its global network and we welcome Bolloré Logistics into the membership,” said Nathan De Valck, chairman of Pharma.Aero. “It allows us to further improve the air transportation and handling of pharmaceutical and vaccine shipments by creating awareness and focusing on global collaboration within the air cargo industry,” … [Read more...] about Bolloré Logistics joins Pharma.Aero, banks on innovation