LATAM Brazil concluded the 3,200-tonne ‘mega-operation’ to transport Chinese medical equipment and supplies to combat COVID-19 in Brazil after almost 3 months, a press release confirmed. Since May, more than 3,200 tonnes of cargo were transported in 45 flights, including 250 million surgical and N95 masks, monitors, respirators and other medical supplies. In addition, several tonnes of fruit were transported to Europe on the way to China. A total of 45 flights were carried out using five … [Read more...] about LATAM Brazil makes ‘mega-delivery’ of medical supplies to combat COVID-19
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LATAM registers the largest mask shipment carried on a single flight
The LATAM flight carried the largest amount of surgical masks transported since the operation with the Ministry of Infrastructure to bring supplies to fight COVID-19 began. The aircraft transported 11.8 million masks, a record compared to another one of the company’s flights, which arrived in Brazil on 2 June with 9.2 million masks. The LATAM flight carried the largest amount of surgical masks transported since the operation with the Ministry of Infrastructure to bring supplies to fight … [Read more...] about LATAM registers the largest mask shipment carried on a single flight
Brazil’s UPS celebrates first year of Operations At Campinas
In Brazil’s Campinas International Airport, sits a new UPS cargo storage and distribution center that serves to increase domestic demand for shipping services, targeting customers in the industrial manufacturing, healthcare, and technology industries. The center has been running successfully for a year, and is celebrating their success. “This new facility is part of our domestic expansion strategy to support the growth of our customers. Its strategic proximity to … [Read more...] about Brazil’s UPS celebrates first year of Operations At Campinas
Turkish Cargo’s freighter network expands to Sao Paulo
Turkish Cargo, a leading brand providing service to 120 countries in the world thanks to the extensive destination network it offers to its customers, will again take steps to grow its scheduled cargo flights. This time, the carrier has plans to expand its network to include Sao Paulo, one of the largest industrial and trade centres of the South America. This move is scheduled to happen within the month of June 2017. Brazil, has accomplished exports amounting to a total of 190 … [Read more...] about Turkish Cargo’s freighter network expands to Sao Paulo
Singapore Airlines pulling out of Brazil
Singapore Airlines will terminate its South American passenger operations from 20 October this year meaning it will no longer offer cargo belly capacity into the Brazilian market. The carrier says its three times weekly Singapore Changi-São Paulo Guarulhos via Barcelona El Prat service has suffered from poor passenger loads in recent months thereby warranting its closure. Brazil’s economy has been mired in recession resulting in a number of carriers slashing services to the country. In … [Read more...] about Singapore Airlines pulling out of Brazil
Ceva wins Universal logistics deal in Brazil
CEVA Logistics has signed a long term contract with Universal Music, a global music leader with strong market positions in recorded music, music publishing and merchandising, to manage their contract logistics operations in Brazil. CEVA will be responsible for the entire logistics for Universal Music in Brazil, South America, including warehousing activities (inbound, outbound, storage, inventory control), distribution (Air and Ground), transportation management, POD (Proof of Delivery), … [Read more...] about Ceva wins Universal logistics deal in Brazil
