airlines cargo

TSA will likely not meet 100% screening mandate

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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will miss a congressionally mandated deadline to screen 100 per cent of USbound air cargo by the first of August,US lawmakers noted recently. In a recent report, the US Government Accountability Office (GAO) also said TSA relies too heavily on a voluntary shipping programme to ensure the compliance of private companies in the 100 per cent screening requirement and recommended that TSA develop contingency plans to address shortfalls in voluntary … [Read more...] about TSA will likely not meet 100% screening mandate

German night curfews killing competitiveness

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Dubbed “Cargo Needs the Night”, a new lobby group has been established in Germany with high-profile support from Lufthansa Cargo and major industry associations. They warned that Germany is losing its competitiveness and practicable night flight regulations must be crafted. These include the Association of German Freight Forwarders and Logistics Operators (DSLV), the Federal Association of Road Haulage, Logistics and Disposal (BGL), the Forwarding and Logistics Association of … [Read more...] about German night curfews killing competitiveness

MAS to invest in new ERP system

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Malaysia Airlines (MAS) says it will invest more than RMB320 million (US$136.9 million) to purchase a new SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to centralise its data as it strives to streamline operations and maximise business efficiency. By implementing the new ERP system MAS is targeting around RMB120 million in annual savings. The system is designed to manage maintenance, repair and overhaul functions. … [Read more...] about MAS to invest in new ERP system

Cathay opts for CSafe for pharma product

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CSafe, manufacturer of the AcuTemp RKN active temperature controlled cargo container, and Cathay Pacific have signed a master lease agreement for CSafe’s temperature controlled containers. The agreement enhances the product offerings provided by Cathay Pacific’s PHARMA LIFT service in meeting the needs of healthcare and pharmaceutical customers that require strict temperature control of their products during transport, the two said in a statement. “We have had much … [Read more...] about Cathay opts for CSafe for pharma product

Mercator establishes Bangkok branch

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Following the acquisition of tikAERO Mercator, the airline IT solutions provider of the Emirates Group has established a new office in Bangkok, Thailand from 29 June. The office will be known as Mercator Asia and will provide a base for the ongoing development of the system and other passenger related solutions, the company said. “Establishing a Mercator office in the Asia Region is a very positive step for us,” said Patrick Naef, divisional senior vice president Emirates … [Read more...] about Mercator establishes Bangkok branch

Lufthansa flies e-freight from Dubai Free Zone

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Lufthansa Cargo has become the first carrier flying out of Dubai Airport Free Zone to use e-freight and as such no longer requires on-board Master Airwaybills and other documents identified under the scope of IATA e-Freight. This applies for shipments out of Dubai destined for its Frankfurt and Munich hubs, or transiting these hubs to other e-freight-capable destinations. When sending cargo to these e-freightcapable destinations, customers in Dubai have the option to not submit any documents … [Read more...] about Lufthansa flies e-freight from Dubai Free Zone