DHL Supply Chain, the global market leader for contract logistics solutions, has named Jerome Gillet as CEO of the new Singapore cluster which includes Singapore , Malaysia , and the Philippines . In this role, Jerome will continue to report to Terry Ryan, CEO, DHL Supply Chain Asia Pacific, while remaining as a member of the regional board. The appointment will bring synergy for the three markets and drive new growth for the region. The DHL Supply Chain businesses locally … [Read more...] about DHL supply chain sharpens growth focus on Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines with Jerome Gillet at the helm
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A year of sustained growth for Etihad Airways in 2016
Etihad Airways delivered another year of sustained growth in 2016, helped by new aircraft, additional frequencies and the introduction of further world-class products. The airline carried 18.5 million guests during the year, up six percent on 2015. The airline was also part of the evolution of Etihad Aviation Group, a wider aviation and tourism business which now also includes Etihad Airways Engineering; Airline Equity Partners; Etihad Airport Services and Hala Group. The … [Read more...] about A year of sustained growth for Etihad Airways in 2016
CaroTrans expands its direct Europe to U.S. service network
CaroTrans, a leading global NVOCC (non-vessel operating common carrier) and ocean freight consolidator, announced a new, direct weekly LCL service from Milan to Miami which provides logistics service providers with an efficient, dependable supply chain option. Miami serves as an ideal hub for Italian goods bound for Central American and Caribbean destinations. The Milan-Miami service, a 14-day transit, is CaroTrans fourth direct service from Milan to the U.S. Service is also offered to … [Read more...] about CaroTrans expands its direct Europe to U.S. service network
DHL Express appoints Markus Reckling as the new CEO for Germany
DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, appointed Markus Reckling as the new CEO for Germany. With effect from January 2017, he has taken responsibility for further expanding the express division’s business in Germany and will continue to drive the focus on customer service, quality and employee engagement that has supported the dynamic, profitable growth in time definite international delivery. He takes over from Wolfgang Albeck, who will retire after a … [Read more...] about DHL Express appoints Markus Reckling as the new CEO for Germany
IATA cargo chartbook – Q4 2016
IATA has released the latest quarterly cargo market analysis. Key points: Industry wide FTKs grew 3.8 percent in 2016, the second highest growth rate since the 2010 rebound after the GFC Global economic growth is expected to accelerate moderately in 2017, however world trade remains fragile But expansion in export orders and strong consumer confidence may boost air cargo demand Air cargo profitability outlook under strain due to flooding-in of capacity and … [Read more...] about IATA cargo chartbook – Q4 2016
May you live in interesting times
We are living in interesting times. In the business of air transport, the fundamental lies in the freedom of connectivity. What we are seeing now is not helping the industry. On the political fronts, there are calls for a curb to globalization and free trade is under attack. Protectionism is on the rise. We find uncertainties abound in the global economy amid security concerns. Analysts and pundits are sounding the alarm bells. Interested more on : Going mobile for airline cargo … [Read more...] about May you live in interesting times
