UPS and SF Holding have announced approval of their planned joint venture by China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM). The jv enables them to collaborate on development and provision of international delivery services from, China to the U.S. initially, and to other trade lanes in the future. The JV approval is a positive development for international trade and allows the two leading companies to leverage their complementary networks, service portfolios, technologies and logistics … [Read more...] about UPS and SF receive regulatory approval in China
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Panalpina continues to make moves to boost Perishables Network
Following the successful acquisition of Kenya-based forwarder Air Connection, Panalpina is set to acquire the Dutch company Interfresh Airfreight Handling, as well as its sister companies Fresh Cargo Connection and Dutch Cargo Connection, which are fully owned by CEO and founder of Interfresh, Sonja Kauffman. “By acquiring Interfresh we gain full control over the cool chain for one of the perishables industry’s most important trade lanes for flowers – from Nairobi to … [Read more...] about Panalpina continues to make moves to boost Perishables Network
TIACA expands global reach with board members from Africa and Asia
Two new board members, representing the ground handling and cargo carrier sectors, have been appointed to the TIACA Board of Directors. The new appointments come as TIACA prepares to host its Executive Summit, which takes place at the Turnberry Isle Resort and Golf Club in Miami, USA, from 18th to 20th October, and features a track on Latin America. Ramesh Mamidala is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of New Delhi, India-based Celebi Delhi Cargo Terminal Management Pvt, and brings over … [Read more...] about TIACA expands global reach with board members from Africa and Asia
World’s first converted 737-700 freighter
Alaska Air Cargo began a new chapter in its business, introducing the first Boeing converted 737-700 cargo aircraft. The aircraft is the first of its kind in the world and was converted from an all-passenger to an all-freight aircraft. The aircraft entered commercial service carrying goods from Seattle to the state of Alaska. "This one-of-a-kind aircraft marks the beginning of a new era at Alaska Airlines," said Wayne Newton, Alaska Airlines vice president of airport … [Read more...] about World’s first converted 737-700 freighter
Association of Asia Pacific Airlines releases August traffic results
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) has released its preliminary traffic figures for the month of August, which showed encouraging growth in international air passenger demand. Meanwhile, the solid expansion in international air cargo markets continued unabated. Growth in both markets was supported by high business confidence levels across the services and manufacturing sectors in major advanced and emerging economies. This month also saw the region's … [Read more...] about Association of Asia Pacific Airlines releases August traffic results
Qatar Airways receives 747-8 freighter
Qatar Airways received its first 747-8 freighter at a delivery ceremony attended by His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways group chief executive and Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and CEO Kevin McAllister. Boeing and Qatar Airways also announced an order for two 747-8 freighters and four 777-300ERs (Extended Range), valued at $2.16 billion at list prices, which were previously unidentified on Boeing's Orders & Deliveries website. "The addition of … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways receives 747-8 freighter
