SATS Ltd. and China-based air logistics giant, Sinotrans Air Freight Co Ltd have agreed to collaborate on strategic projects in ground and cargo handling services across their respective networks, including setting up of gateway hubs for Sinoair in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and Belgium. The two companies are also in talks for SATS to manage Sinoair's new e-commerce hub in the Chinese city of Hangzhou, expected to be ready in 2026. Bob Chi, CEO of Gateway Services and Mr. … [Read more...] about SATS Ltd and Sinotrans to explore strategic projects worldwide
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Kuehne+Nagel inaugurates largest-ever logistics hub
Kuehne+Nagel has officially opened its new adidas distribution centre in Mantova, Northern Italy. The logistics hub combines growth opportunities, next-level digitalisation and sustainability. With this €350 million financial commitment, the company’s single largest investment to date, Kuehne+Nagel demonstrates its commitment to more efficient and environmentally friendly logistics solutions. Additionally, more than 700 new jobs will be created, with a focus on technical and digital … [Read more...] about Kuehne+Nagel inaugurates largest-ever logistics hub
Silk Way West Airlines joins COP29 as global air cargo partner
Silk Way West Airlines, the leading cargo airline in the Caspian and Central Asian region, proudly announces its role as the Global Air Cargo Partner for COP29, which will take place in Baku in November 2024. This partnership emphasizes the airline’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change, while also being in keeping with Azerbaijan’s declaration of 2024 as the Year of Solidarity for a Green World. The Year of … [Read more...] about Silk Way West Airlines joins COP29 as global air cargo partner
Cathay Cargo and NorthLink Aviation sign agreement for cargo terminal capacity at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport from 2025
Cathay Cargo has announced a long-term agreement with NorthLink Aviation (“NorthLink”) to use NorthLink’s “state-of-the-art” air-cargo terminal and aircraft stands at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, scheduled to start from October 2025. This investment in the airport that serves as a vital technical stop or its transpacific Boeing 747 freighter and cargo operations will strengthen Hong Kong’s status as an international aviation hub. The new deal will grant Cathay Cargo access to … [Read more...] about Cathay Cargo and NorthLink Aviation sign agreement for cargo terminal capacity at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport from 2025
DHL Express to triple its shipping capacity at Porto Airport with EUR 25M investment
DHL Express Portugal has inaugurated a new facility at Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport in Porto, Portugal. With an investment of more than €25 million, this significant expansion underlines DHL's commitment to the Portuguese market and strengthens its support for the growing export industry in the North and Central regions of the country. With a total footprint of over 18,000 square meters, the new facility triples DHL's operational capacity at the international airport, allowing it to process … [Read more...] about DHL Express to triple its shipping capacity at Porto Airport with EUR 25M investment
Air France-KLM extends contracts with WFS across major airport gateways in North America
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, has renewed contracts with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo across major airport gateways in North America. The multi-year contract extensions will take WFS’ cargo partnership with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo in the U.S. market to over 20 years. Air France KLM Martinair Cargo has renewed contracts to WFS at Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York JFK, and Washington Dulles airports, which includes … [Read more...] about Air France-KLM extends contracts with WFS across major airport gateways in North America