The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that passenger demand in May (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs), dropped 91.3 percent compared to May 2019. This was a mild uptick from the 94 percent annual decline recorded in April 2020. The improvement was driven by the recovery in some domestic markets, most notably China. “May was not quite as terrible as April. That’s about the best thing that can be said. As predicted, the first improvements in passenger … [Read more...] about May passenger demand shows slight improvement, says IATA
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Demand for greater supply chain resilience to drive uptake of new TAPA security standards
The unprecedented focus on the resilience of global supply chains in the ‘new normal’ post-coronavirus world will lead to a wider adopting of industry standards which secure the movements of goods by all modes of transport and protect the reputations of international brands, says the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) as it marked the launch of the latest 2020 revisions of its Facility Security Requirements (FSR) and Trucking Security Requirements (TSR) in Europe, the Middle East, … [Read more...] about Demand for greater supply chain resilience to drive uptake of new TAPA security standards
Munich Airport releases its tenth integrated report, anniversary edition contains information on fiscal year 2019
The new integrated report of Flughafen München GmbH (FMG), entitled What a difference, is out now, with all relevant data, facts, and information on the fiscal year 2019. An online version is available at report2019.munich-airport.com. The name says it all: Once again, the new report shows where Munich Airport is making a difference. The report focuses on three core challenges of the future: Requirement-oriented expansion of the infrastructure, solutions to demographic trends, and shaping of … [Read more...] about Munich Airport releases its tenth integrated report, anniversary edition contains information on fiscal year 2019
TIACA launches its second Air Cargo Sustainability Awards
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) announced that the second edition of the Air Cargo Sustainability Awards is now open for applications. The competition aims to recognise outstanding businesses and industry initiatives leading the way to more sustainable air cargo. CHAMP Cargosystems, one of the leading industry IT solutions providers, has generously committed to continuing sponsoring these awards. “CHAMP is pleased to continue supporting TIACA for the 2nd edition of the Air Cargo … [Read more...] about TIACA launches its second Air Cargo Sustainability Awards
Geodis launches Geodis e-Logistics to help brands grow their online sales
In response to the rapid increase in e-Commerce activity, GEODIS is offering brands a new level of end-to-end logistics support. Its goal? To help them offer their customers the same buying experience online as they do in-store. For this, GEODIS relies on its network of e-Commerce warehouses and transportation service at locations worldwide, and on its new digital platform for the processing of orders in real-time. "The current crisis has benefited e-Commerce, a fundamental sales channel that … [Read more...] about Geodis launches Geodis e-Logistics to help brands grow their online sales
Serving up Hokkaido scallops: DHL Global Forwarding introduces air charters to Hong Kong
For scallop producers in Hokkaido, which is a key source for importers of the premium delicacy, June typically marks the beginning of a new harvest season that ends in October. However, since the authorities started imposing travel restrictions due to Covid-19, exporters from the region were unable to fly scallops and other perishables directly to Hong Kong, the top importer of Japanese agricultural and marine products and a gateway to China, which saw overall seafood imports increase by 39 … [Read more...] about Serving up Hokkaido scallops: DHL Global Forwarding introduces air charters to Hong Kong