Dubai-based Global Shipping & Logistics (GSL), a logistics service provider and subsidiary of Al Shirawi Group, has signed an agreement with DHL-Danzas and Master Foods agreeing to host, manage and provide specialised support to the latter. The company will be in charge of the distribution of products by Master Foods, a unit responsible for sales and marketing of chocolate products by Mars Incorporated, in UAE, other Gulf States and the entire MENA region. GSL, which has a Dh130 million … [Read more...] about GSL to distribute Mars products in ME
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AcuTemp launch new product branding strategy
US-based AcuTemp Thermal Systems, a manufacturer of high performance insulation and thermal management transport solutions for cold chain distribution and logistics, has announced a new branding strategy for the company and its products. As part of the plan, the company has changed its name from “AcuTemp” to “AcuTemp Thermal Systems” to reflect the company’s offering of providing accurate temperature management systems through its thermal engineeringexpertise. … [Read more...] about AcuTemp launch new product branding strategy
Philip Hill joins Skycooler as CEO
Skycooler, the recently established temperature controlled container leasing company has announced the appointment of Philip Hill as Chief Executive Officer as of 1stOctober 2007. The company further announced that Graham Walters, who is currently acting CEO for the interim period, will resume his duties as sales director once Hill takes up his position atthe company. A Skycooler spokesperson said“Since our formation in 2006 we havesteadily established our credentialsas a serious … [Read more...] about Philip Hill joins Skycooler as CEO
Thermo King develops cargo unit
Thermo King said it has developed the Heat King unit, its latest product for the protection of temperaturesensitivecargo. The Heat King unit is a forced air heating unit that works on the same basic principle as a car’s heating system. A Tier-II, diesel-powered engine heats liquid coolant in a radiator coil, while a powerful blower forces air across the coil and into the cargo area. The result is safe, efficient, dependable heat inside the trailer or container, no matter how cold … [Read more...] about Thermo King develops cargo unit
Envirotainer expands coverage for Swiss healthcare sector
Envirotainer is increasing its service coverage in Switzerland following the appointment of Planzer to provide an additional handling station for the company’s containers in Pratteln,near Basel. This new agreement with Planzer means Envirotainer’s customers are now supported by three locations (service providers) in Switzerland. The move reflects the growth and development of the healthcare industry in Switzerland – one of Envirotainer’s key global markets. … [Read more...] about Envirotainer expands coverage for Swiss healthcare sector
Mercator reports interest in its ULD solution
Mercator, the IT arm of the Emirates Group, says it is in talks with several airlines about adopting its ULD management solution, Nomad. Part of the new generation SkyChain IT cargo system, Nomad is also available as two stand-alone products – Nomad Airline, which allows airlines to track their ULDs globally, and Nomad Airport,which is aimed at ground handlers. BPP Gajanan, project manager for Nomad, says airlines in particular are starting to realise there are concrete cost benefits … [Read more...] about Mercator reports interest in its ULD solution
