Global freight forwarder Scan Global Logistics (SGL) is adding a new country to its global network by establishing new locations in Riyadh and Jeddah. This will give the company an immediate footprint in the economic Central and West Provinces of Saudi Arabia as part of its strategic expansion plan. With one additional office planned for 2024 in Dammam in the East province, this emphasises a market in which the company sees great potential. Establishing our local presence in Saudi Arabia … [Read more...] about Scan Global Logistics expands its worldwide transport network by opening its first offices in Saudi Arabia
Asia Pacific air cargo
Qatar Airways welcomes fifth destination in Germany with launch of Hamburg flights
Qatar Airways’ first flight to Hamburg Airport (HAM) landed in Germany on 1 July, marking the launch of daily non-stop flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha, Qatar. Hamburg becomes Qatar Airways’ fifth destination in Germany, in addition to Berlin, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt and Munich, helping to meet strong demand in the market. The World’s Best Airline (Skytrax 2024) saw a 62 per cent growth in outbound passengers from Germany in 2023 compared with the previous year. The new … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways welcomes fifth destination in Germany with launch of Hamburg flights
C.H. Robinson expands presence in Southeast Asia with new office in the Philippines
Global logistics provider C.H. Robinson expands its presence in the Asia-Pacific region with the opening of its Filipino office. The strategic move will bolster support for the burgeoning logistics and transportation sectors in the country, aligning with C.H. Robinson's commitment to providing unparalleled, tailored services in key markets worldwide. As one of the most vibrant economies in Southeast Asia with a forecasted economic growth of 6 percent in 2024, the Philippines’ demand for … [Read more...] about C.H. Robinson expands presence in Southeast Asia with new office in the Philippines
TT Club announces incoming non-executive Board Member appointments
As a mutual organisation TT Club’s Board, Through Transport Mutual Insurance Association Limited (Bermuda), abbreviated to TTB is made up of representatives of those it insures. The three new non-executive Board Members announced at the TTB’s meeting in Rome this week represent the broad spectrum from freight, logistics, cargo handling and intermodal container operators from around the world. Nosiphesihle Mbongwa is based in Durban, South Africa and has been CFO of Bidvest Freight for the last … [Read more...] about TT Club announces incoming non-executive Board Member appointments
Swissport Basel inaugurates new cool chain terminal “Cool+Connect”
Swissport Basel is inaugurating its new "cool+connect" terminal on 27 June 2024. The new infrastructure seamlessly ensures the integrity of pharmaceutical and temperature-sensitive goods (2-8°C) throughout the loading process. By consolidating shipments from the same suppliers in a single truck instead of several as before, CO2 emissions and handling time are reduced by around 70% (from 4.5 to 1.5 hours), as transportation outside the airport is no longer necessary. “‘cool+connect’ is the … [Read more...] about Swissport Basel inaugurates new cool chain terminal “Cool+Connect”
FedEx launches new cross-border e-commerce handbooks to help merchants expand in China and Japan
Federal Express Corporation, one of the world's largest express transportation companies, released two cross-border e-commerce handbooks to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating internationally better engage with consumers in China and Japan. China and Japan are the biggest markets in the Asia Pacific region with robust cross-border e-commerce activity, providing extensive business opportunities for SMEs. However, foreign merchants need to understand the unique digital … [Read more...] about FedEx launches new cross-border e-commerce handbooks to help merchants expand in China and Japan
