Asia Pacific’s airlines saw demand for international air cargo rise 10.5 percent in February compared to the same month in 2019 according to the latest data from International Air Transport Association (IATA). As the main global manufacturing hub, the region has benefited from the pickup in economic activity. IATA said demand in the majority of the region’s key international trade lanes has returned to pre-Covid-19 levels. International capacity remained constrained in the region, down … [Read more...] about IATA: Asia Pacific air cargo demand up 10.5 percent in Feb
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Pelican Bio adds new module to ‘School of Cool’ platform
Pelican BioThermal has announced a new module on its School of Cool™ online learning platform, with introduction to reusable and single-use shippers, including parcel and bulk shippers. “Especially for those who are new to temperature-controlled solutions, packaging options can prove overwhelming,” said David Williams, president at Pelican BioThermal. “Our new module will help users simplify options and pinpoint the best shippers for different use cases.” Also read: Pelican BioThermal … [Read more...] about Pelican Bio adds new module to ‘School of Cool’ platform
Shell invests in LanzaJet to drive SAF use in aviation
Energy conglomerate Shell has invested in sustainable fuel producer LanzaJet to accelerate the commercialisation of the latter’s alcohol-to-jet technology and scale up the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to drive the decarbonisation of the aviation industry. The investment comes as LanzaJet continues its work to build the first alcohol-to-jet (AtJ) facility in Soperton, Georgia, which is scheduled to start operations in 2022. The commercial-scale plant is expected to produce 10 … [Read more...] about Shell invests in LanzaJet to drive SAF use in aviation
Cargo iQ to members: ‘Create and they will follow’
Cargo iQ, a nonprofit interest group backed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), has announced a renewed focus on expanding its reach and coverage and piloting projects this year, as part of its efforts to provide full visibility for the air cargo supply chain. This initiative, announced during its recent annual general meeting, is part of its mission to measure 100 percent of shipments along its ‘master operating plan’ (MOP), including introducing trucking milestones, to … [Read more...] about Cargo iQ to members: ‘Create and they will follow’
Industry open challenge: More female speakers at events
The Women in Aviation and Logistics advocacy group is calling out organisers to invite more female subject-matter experts to speak at their events, starting this year. Women in Aviation and Logistics, an inclusive initiative pushing for gender equality in the industry, has launched an open challenge to event organisers to help redress gender balance on speaker line ups and delegate attendance at conferences globally. The call is for organisers—private businesses, media companies and … [Read more...] about Industry open challenge: More female speakers at events
SAL, Emirates ink cargo handling deal
Press release Saudi Arabian Logistics, better known as SAL, has signed a cargo ground handling agreement with the Emirates in line with the ‘company’s strategy to logistically partner with the most reputed airlines with strong presence in the international arena.’ SAL’s chief Omar Hariri commented: “This cooperation with the leading Emirates SkyCargo as a logistic partner will have a positive effect on the flow of cargo operations at all our main stations in the Kingdom. We take pride in … [Read more...] about SAL, Emirates ink cargo handling deal