Kale Logistics Solutions (Kale) has announced the appointment of Tribhuwan Negi as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). With nearly 25 years of experience in building large-scale SaaS platforms and leading global R&D organizations, Negi brings a wealth of expertise to Kale at a time of significant growth and innovation. Tribhuwan’s arrival comes as Kale unveil further advancements to their UN recognised Airport Cargo Community System and Port Community System. One of his first key initiatives … [Read more...] about Kale Logistics Solutions appoints Chief Technology Officer Tribhuwan Negi
Asia Pacific air freight
Swissport accelerates shift to electric vehicles
Swissport International, the global leader in aviation ground services, present at almost 300 airports across the globe, is increasing its investments in electric Ground Support Equipment (eGSE). As part of its commitment to achieving 55% eGSE by 2032, Swissport is implementing a newly adopted procurement policy that stipulates starting January 2025, new vehicles across numerous categories can only be ordered in electric versions. This includes vehicles for baggage transport, conveyor belts for … [Read more...] about Swissport accelerates shift to electric vehicles
Deutsche Bahn signs agreement to sell logistics subsidiary DB Schenker to DSV
The Management Board of Deutsche Bahn AG signed an agreement on 13 September 2024 for the sale of its logistics subsidiary DB Schenker to the Danish transport and logistics group DSV for an enterprise value (EV) of EUR 14.3 billion. Including expected interest income until completion, the total sales value amounts to EUR 14.8 billion. As the new owner, DSV plans to invest around one billion euros in Germany over the next three to five years. The aim is to create a global market leader in the … [Read more...] about Deutsche Bahn signs agreement to sell logistics subsidiary DB Schenker to DSV
Brussels Airport records 6% growth for summer holidays compared with 2023
Brussels Airport's growth trend in passenger traffic continued in August, with over 2.4 million passengers travelling through the airport (+7% vs. 2023). This figure is comparable to that for July. In total, the airport welcomed 4.9 million passengers in July and August, up 6% from the same period in 2023. In terms of cargo, the slight decline in August (-3% vs. 2023) was balanced by the 6% growth in July. "The results speak for themselves: this summer was a real success for Brussels Airport. … [Read more...] about Brussels Airport records 6% growth for summer holidays compared with 2023
PACTL successfully upgrades to the latest Hermes Cargo Management System
Shanghai Pudong International Airport Cargo Terminal Co., Ltd (PACTL), one of the largest single air cargo terminal operators worldwide, has successfully rolled out Hermes 5 at four cargo terminals—three in PVG and one in SHA. Hermes Logistics Technologies (HLT) completed the upgrade within a short window, meaning minimal downtime for PACTL. The air cargo operator handles up to two million tonnes of cargo per year in its multiple terminal system and continues to function with little effect on … [Read more...] about PACTL successfully upgrades to the latest Hermes Cargo Management System
Liege Airport performs well ahead of peak season
Other months but the same trend for Liege Airport which recorded its eighth month of growth in a row. In August, both in terms of aircraft movements and tonnage carried, Liege Airport did even better than in August 2023. In August 2024, the number of cargo aircraft movements was up 9% on August 2023 (2,152 vs. 1,970). And tonnage rose from 77,949 tons in August 2023 to 85,904 tons in August 2024, a 10% increase! E-commerce is playing an increasingly important role in air transport, as Xeneta … [Read more...] about Liege Airport performs well ahead of peak season
