In week 22's global wrap, we end the month of May as Dimerco US steps up to assist India by donating and delivering medical supplies free of charge from Philadelphia to Bangalore. We also feature updates from new partnerships, including Saudia and Liege Airport, TCS and Neutral Air Partner as well as CHI Aviation and Air India. Finally we wrap up with announcements from PharmaAero and Volga-Dnepr's MRO unit. For week 21, click here. Dimerco makes vital aid effort for Covid-hit India Dimerco … [Read more...] about PLA Global Wrap: Week 22
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PLA Global Wrap: Week 10
In last week’s roundup, we take a look at some of the latest developments in and out of Asia Pacific, including dnata’s cargo milestone at Dubai International airport (DXB), DHL’s recent partnership with Indonesia’s Pelindo 1 and the all-women service centre launched by Blue Dart in India to celebrate International Women’s Day. Frankfurt Airport sees record February for cargo Despite the ongoing shortage in belly capacity, Frankfurt Airport saw a record February for its cargo operations … [Read more...] about PLA Global Wrap: Week 10
Blue Dart offers student discount on shipments
Express operator and integrator Blue Dart has launched an “excess baggage offer” where students from India travelling overseas to join universities and colleges can enjoy a 40 percent discount on international shipments. The offer, which ends on 31 March, is valid for international shipments weighing at least 10 kilograms. “The 40% discount will only be applied to freight however, the relevant surcharge applicable will be charged as per actuals,” the carrier noted on a press release, adding … [Read more...] about Blue Dart offers student discount on shipments
Air cargo makes profit for Asia’s smaller airlines
Whilst most carriers in Asia suffered dismal numbers for 2020 after witnessing the collapse of international airline operations brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, there were some who banked on air cargo to rake in profits despite a challenging year. For the quarter ended 31 December 2020, Indian express operator Blue Dart posted ₹937.83 million (US$12.8 million) in profit after tax, from the previous year’s ₹330.80 million (US$4.5 million) loss, whilst revenue from operations stood at … [Read more...] about Air cargo makes profit for Asia’s smaller airlines
DIAL to exit cargo service operations at Delhi Airport
Delhi International Airport (DIAL), a subsidiary of GMR Infrastructure (GMR), has signed a definitive agreement to sell its 26 per cent stake in Delhi Cargo Service Centre to IDFC Alternatives. Delhi Cargo Service Centre is a 74:26 joint venture between Cargo Service Center India Pvt Ltd and DIAL. Cargo Service Center, which is owned by former promoters of Blue Dart, has management and operational control of the JV. … [Read more...] about DIAL to exit cargo service operations at Delhi Airport
Blue Dart makes inroads into Bhilwara
Blue Dart, a Mumbai-based express air and integrated transportation, distribution and logistics company and part of the DP DHL Group, has opened an office in Bhilwara, Rajasthan. Sukhwinder Singh, regional head (North), Blue Dart Express Ltd, inaugurated the office located at 14-17 S K Plaza, B Block, Pur Road, Bhilwara. Speaking at the launch, Singh said, “Bhilwara’s large textile industry has helped it earn the sobriquet of the ‘Manchester of Rajasthan’. With a … [Read more...] about Blue Dart makes inroads into Bhilwara
