The air cargo supply chain is making further steps toward better data transparency and connectivity as Champ Cargosystems announced the completion of the first phase of its IATA One Record pilot. One Record defines a common API for all electronic platforms used by stakeholders in the supply chain, particularly those involved in the data provisioning process. This would standardise the data exchange protocol in the air cargo industry and is expected to provide better data quality, control, … [Read more...] about CHAMP, QR Cargo, Agility complete ONE Record pilot
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Etihad Cargo beats 2020 targets for on-time delivery
Etihad Cargo’s performance metrics in 2020 demonstrated its reliability in transporting time-sensitive cargo such as pharmaceuticals and perishables, as it looks to play a crucial role in distributing Covid-19 vaccines worldwide. The UAE carrier scored 87 percent for on-time performance (OTP) and maintained a ‘delivered as promised’ (DAP) record in 2020–surpassing its 85 percent target. “Securing these excellent annual results in Etihad Cargo’s key performance metrics of OTP and DAP – … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo beats 2020 targets for on-time delivery
CEVA Logistics launches new China-Europe rail freight service
CEVA Logistics is expanding its rail freight services between China and Europe and announced the launch of a new route from Jinhua to Dourges in France. The first train left Jinhua on 26 November with 22 full containers, and arrived in Dourges after 18 days, passing through Kazakhstan, Russia, Belarus, and Germany on the 11,000 kilometre journey. From Dourges, the shipments will be transported to Belgium, the Netherlands, Spain and Italy. The logistics provider said the new service would … [Read more...] about CEVA Logistics launches new China-Europe rail freight service
DHL Express orders eight more B777 freighters
DHL Express has ordered eight new additional Boeing 777 freighters as it looks to expand its global network to meet customer demand in the fast growing international express shipping markets. First deliveries are scheduled for 2022, and Boeing and the express operator have agreed options and purchase rights for four additional planes. Also read: DHL Express paves path to zero emissions with Shell SAF deal “Although the current health crisis has pushed pause on several areas of life, … [Read more...] about DHL Express orders eight more B777 freighters
Cathay Pacific prepares for safe vaccine transport
Whilst Hong Kong waits for a go-signal to roll-out its vaccine programme, Cathay Pacific is developing solutions to ensure the fast and effective distribution of Covid-19 shots across the globe. Cathay Pacific’s cargo terminal is currently being expanded to offer more cold storage capacity to handle more than 7 million doses, from the current 6.6 million doses, per day. Its cargo division is also progressively rolling out a track-and-trace system for cargo and will offer the service free … [Read more...] about Cathay Pacific prepares for safe vaccine transport
Singapore Airlines finds hope in reopening and vaccines
As passenger numbers remain constrained due to Covid-19 border restrictions, SIA’s cargo division continued to post high load factors, reaching 88.7 percent in December. This is the seventh consecutive month, SIA Cargo noted, that it recorded cargo load factors in excess of 80 percent and December’s level of 88.7 percent was 29.6 percentage points higher year-on-year, as cargo cargo traffic (measured in freight tonne-kilometres) declined 25.5 percent on the back of a capacity contraction of … [Read more...] about Singapore Airlines finds hope in reopening and vaccines