Xpress New Media (XNM) is partnering United Parcel Service (UPS) of Singapore and S. F. Express (Group) Co. to provide value-added logistics services. These include providing other value-added documentation services like completion of air waybills, shipment invoices, as well as tracking services right up to the completion of delivery at its 8–8 Biz Butler outlets and its flagship outlet in the Singapore’s central business district. XNM said the collaborations will enhance its … [Read more...] about Xpress seals new deals with UPS, S.F. Express
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American, US Airways to use one air waybill
Following the merger of American Airlines and US Airways nine months ago, American Airlines Cargo has announced that it will transition to accepting a single air waybill for all shipments starting 20 October. Jim W. Butler, America Airlines Cargo president, in a statement said “The objective of our integration has been to bring together the expertise, solutions, and teams you’ve relied on from both cargo organisations into the industry’s most customer-focused airfreight … [Read more...] about American, US Airways to use one air waybill
IATA success in standardising cargo liability
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the standardisation of cargo liability limits. With effect from 1 July 2010, the Air Waybill (AWB) Conditions of Contract (IATA Resolution 600b) have been changed to harmonise the application of the Montreal Convention liability limit for all air cargo across all routes. IATA says the simplified approach improves efficiency for shippers and forwarders and is consistent with industry efforts to improve competitiveness by simplifying … [Read more...] about IATA success in standardising cargo liability
