SEKO Logistics has launched a new SEKO CARES initiative in partnership with Project C.U.R.E., the non-profit humanitarian relief organization, to buy, donate and inspire support for frontline responders treating patients affected by COVID-19. SEKO’s commitment will also help to protect the safety and well-being of their own staff, as they continue to provide essential supply chain services for the company’s international clients. SEKO is donating more than $200,000 to the cause and, to … [Read more...] about Seko Logistics launches Seko Cares
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CEVA Logistics supports huge shipment delivery for the UK’s NHS
Supporting the UK Government’s initiative to bring all UK healthcare distribution under one umbrella during the COVID-19 crisis, CEVA Logistics has brought in shipments bound for the NHS (National Health Service) on a specialist flight from Shanghai to London. Supporting the work of the charitable Virgin Foundation, a Virgin Atlantic B787-9 fully loaded withPPE (Personal Protection Equipment), virus testing tubes, goggles and ventilator parts landed at Heathrow Airport on Friday evening, … [Read more...] about CEVA Logistics supports huge shipment delivery for the UK’s NHS
25 Million Jobs at Risk with Airline Shutdown
The International Air Transport Association has released new analysis showing that some 25 million jobs are at risk of disappearing with plummeting demand for air travel amid the COVID-19 crisis. Globally, the livelihoods of some 65.5 million people are dependent on the aviation industry, including sectors such as travel and tourism. Among these are 2.7 million airlines jobs. In a scenario of severe travel restrictions lasting for three months, IATA research calculates that 25 million jobs in … [Read more...] about 25 Million Jobs at Risk with Airline Shutdown
Stora Enso appoints new Head of Packaging Solutions division
Stora Enso has appointed David Ekberg as EVP, Head of Packaging Solutions division and member of the Group Leadership Team. David Ekberg has held the role of acting Head of Packaging Solutions since 6 December 2019. Previously he was SVP, Head of Business Unit Corrugated Nordics in the division. Before joining Stora Enso in 2017, he held several leadership positions at Climeon and Ericsson. As of 1 January 2020, Stora Enso merged its container board business with the Consumer Board … [Read more...] about Stora Enso appoints new Head of Packaging Solutions division
Imperial appoints Robert Berganus to new key contract logistics role
Imperial Logistics International has appointed Robert Berganus to the newly-created post of Chief Operating Officer (COO) Contract Logistics. Based in Zurich and Duisburg, Berganus will be responsible for contract logistics operations across the business’ key industry verticals, reporting to CEO | International Hakan Bicil. The new post is part of a more focused structure which divides and reallocates the much wider responsibilities previously undertaken by the COO of Imperial Logistics … [Read more...] about Imperial appoints Robert Berganus to new key contract logistics role
TT Club continues guidance to the freight industry amid COVID-19 crisis
Over the coming weeks there will be considerable uncertainty for stakeholders through the entire transport industry as the global economy slows, governments prioritise specific supplies, consumer spending decreases and personnel shortages become more prevalent. However, the need for the supply chain of essentials – foodstuffs, pharmaceuticals and medical equipment – to remain robust and efficient will be more critical than ever. The demand to maintain reliability, and continued flexibility of … [Read more...] about TT Club continues guidance to the freight industry amid COVID-19 crisis
