DHL Express is adding more air freight capacity to as it looks to serve the growing demand between Asia Pacific and the US and Europe for express shipments fuelled by the rapid growth of e-commerce. The express operator will deploy two B777 freighters operated by Kalitta Air and Aerologic and the scheduled flight routes will offer close to 2,350 tonnes of capacity each week. The twin-engine freighter aircraft has a payload capacity of 102 tonnes and a range of 9,600 km, making it ideal for … [Read more...] about DHL Express drafts B777Fs to add capacity in Asia Pacific
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CEVA eyes 40 air freight stations to up healthcare logistics
On World Health Day, CEVA Logistics announced a new subbrand for its healthcare logistics services, as it aims to place the patient at the center of the supply chain. Aptly named FORPATIENTS, the new subbrand will provide end-to-end logistics solutions to healthcare and pharmaceutical companies, including temperature-sensitive solutions, pharma and biopharma, medical devices, consumer health, hospital and home care, as well as diagnostic and laboratory services. Also read: CEVA Logistics … [Read more...] about CEVA eyes 40 air freight stations to up healthcare logistics
Geodis appoints new air freight director in Asia Pacific
Yigit Saricinar has been promoted to regional air freight director for Asia Pacific (APAC) after serving as subregional air freight director for ASEAN. Saricinar has 15 years of experience in the air freight industry and spent 3 years with the ASEAN management team at Geodis. During his tenure, he has built a strong foundation for air freight in key ASEAN countries and will now expand his responsibilities to manage an 'ambitious' air freight strategy within the region as a whole. “The Head … [Read more...] about Geodis appoints new air freight director in Asia Pacific
Airbus, Malaysia Airlines extend FHS components contract
Airbus and Malaysia Airlines have signed an extension of their flight hour services components (FHS-C) contract for the carrier's fleet of A330 and A350. The agreement was signed in Kuala Lumpur by Malaysia Airlines operations chief Ahmad Luqman Mohd Azmi and Airbus president for Asia-Pacific, Anand Stanley. The move follows the airline’s recently completed restructuring exercise. The multiyear extension covers technical support for the airline’s existing widebody fleet of A350 and A330s, … [Read more...] about Airbus, Malaysia Airlines extend FHS components contract
IATA: Asia Pacific air cargo demand up 10.5 percent in Feb
Asia Pacific’s airlines saw demand for international air cargo rise 10.5 percent in February compared to the same month in 2019 according to the latest data from International Air Transport Association (IATA). As the main global manufacturing hub, the region has benefited from the pickup in economic activity. IATA said demand in the majority of the region’s key international trade lanes has returned to pre-Covid-19 levels. International capacity remained constrained in the region, down … [Read more...] about IATA: Asia Pacific air cargo demand up 10.5 percent in Feb
Pelican Bio adds new module to ‘School of Cool’ platform
Pelican BioThermal has announced a new module on its School of Cool™ online learning platform, with introduction to reusable and single-use shippers, including parcel and bulk shippers. “Especially for those who are new to temperature-controlled solutions, packaging options can prove overwhelming,” said David Williams, president at Pelican BioThermal. “Our new module will help users simplify options and pinpoint the best shippers for different use cases.” Also read: Pelican BioThermal … [Read more...] about Pelican Bio adds new module to ‘School of Cool’ platform