CEVA Logistics has partnered with Sydney-based WiseTech to roll out the CargoWise platform across its network, aiming to improve productivity and efficiency in its multimodal forwarding and contract logistics operations. With this integrated logistics platform, CEVA Logistics will simplify and standardise all 4PL operational processes over the next five years, replacing multiple legacy systems within the business and accelerating digitalisation, the company noted. CEVA Logistics says the … [Read more...] about CEVA Logistics teams up with WiseTech Global to roll out CargoWise platform
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Swedish manufacturer Envirotainer opens container station in Beijing
Envirotainer, manufacturer of cold chain solutions for air transport of pharmaceuticals, opened a new container station in Beijing on 1 September as it looks to ramp up capacity to support the fast and secure delivery of Covid-19 vaccine once it becomes available. With China’s rapidly growing pharmaceutical export market, the Beijing network station, as the company puts it, will carry its RKN e1 and RAP e2 containers to increase the current capacity in Asia Pacific and to service its Beijing … [Read more...] about Swedish manufacturer Envirotainer opens container station in Beijing
Vietjet pilots own ground handling operations amidst the pandemic
Vietjet officially kick-started its self-handled ground operations at Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport on 4 September, becoming the first ever private carrier to set up its own ground handling arm in Vietnam. The move aims to improve the airline’s service quality, independence and the flexibility to adjust its own flight schedule to meet seasonal flight operations, especially during peak season, the company said in a press release. “The launch of Vietjet ground services in Hanoi today … [Read more...] about Vietjet pilots own ground handling operations amidst the pandemic
Venture fund Starburst launches aviation accelerator programme in Singapore
Venture fund and accelerator Starburst has launched the Aviation Tech Accelerator Program in Singapore, aiming to provide solutions for airlines, airports, ground handlers, MRO companies and other players in the aviation industry, a press release confirmed. The programme is supported by Enterprise Singapore, Singapore Airlines, SATS and Panasonic Avionics Corporation, with mentorship support from the Association of Aerospace Industries (Singapore), Microsoft, Cocoon Capital and … [Read more...] about Venture fund Starburst launches aviation accelerator programme in Singapore
CHAMP Cargosystems names Chris McDermott as new CEO
Software company CHAMP Cargosystems has named Chris McDermott as CEO effective 1 October, a press release confirmed. McDermott, who is SITA’s vice president of passenger solution lines, will replace outgoing CEO Arnaud Lambert, who spent 16 years with the IT solutions and distribution services provider. “We are very happy to have a strong leader like Chris join as he brings a diverse industry background with a specialization in passenger airlines, telecommunications and managing global … [Read more...] about CHAMP Cargosystems names Chris McDermott as new CEO
Vietnam to restart Asian flights as it opens for business travel
Vietnam plans to restart international commercial flights to and from six Asian cities from mid-September, state media reported on 3 September. Flights to Guangzhou, Seoul, Vientiane, Phnom Penh, Taipei and Tokyo were proposed by the civil aviation authority. Vietnam has not yet reopened to tourists, but some restrictions on foreign business travellers have been lifted, with two-week quarantine mandatory, according to health ministry requirements, unless the visit is under 14 … [Read more...] about Vietnam to restart Asian flights as it opens for business travel