Emirates SkyCargo has completed 30 years of operations in Singapore. Over the course of three decades, the freight division of Emirates has successfully facilitated trade and supported business links between Singapore and the rest of the world. “Singapore occupies a very important position in the economy of South East Asia and is, therefore, one of our most important cargo stations around our global network. Over the years we have transported an important volume of cargo, over 185,000 tonnes … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo marks a special milestone in Singapore
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UK freight association ties up with maritime consultancy to enable its members to benchmark oceanfreight rates
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has entered into a collaborative agreement with Drewry to help bring the maritime research consultancy's confidential freight rate benchmarking service to members of the trade association. Launched in 2019, Drewry Forwarder Benchmarking Club is designed to meet the specific needs of freight forwarders and non-vessel operating common carriers (NVOCCs) and provides members with the opportunity to confidentially benchmark their ocean carrier buy … [Read more...] about UK freight association ties up with maritime consultancy to enable its members to benchmark oceanfreight rates
May passenger demand shows slight improvement, says IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that passenger demand in May (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs), dropped 91.3 percent compared to May 2019. This was a mild uptick from the 94 percent annual decline recorded in April 2020. The improvement was driven by the recovery in some domestic markets, most notably China. “May was not quite as terrible as April. That’s about the best thing that can be said. As predicted, the first improvements in passenger … [Read more...] about May passenger demand shows slight improvement, says IATA
Demand for greater supply chain resilience to drive uptake of new TAPA security standards
The unprecedented focus on the resilience of global supply chains in the ‘new normal’ post-coronavirus world will lead to a wider adopting of industry standards which secure the movements of goods by all modes of transport and protect the reputations of international brands, says the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) as it marked the launch of the latest 2020 revisions of its Facility Security Requirements (FSR) and Trucking Security Requirements (TSR) in Europe, the Middle East, … [Read more...] about Demand for greater supply chain resilience to drive uptake of new TAPA security standards
Munich Airport releases its tenth integrated report, anniversary edition contains information on fiscal year 2019
The new integrated report of Flughafen München GmbH (FMG), entitled What a difference, is out now, with all relevant data, facts, and information on the fiscal year 2019. An online version is available at report2019.munich-airport.com. The name says it all: Once again, the new report shows where Munich Airport is making a difference. The report focuses on three core challenges of the future: Requirement-oriented expansion of the infrastructure, solutions to demographic trends, and shaping of … [Read more...] about Munich Airport releases its tenth integrated report, anniversary edition contains information on fiscal year 2019
TIACA launches its second Air Cargo Sustainability Awards
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) announced that the second edition of the Air Cargo Sustainability Awards is now open for applications. The competition aims to recognise outstanding businesses and industry initiatives leading the way to more sustainable air cargo. CHAMP Cargosystems, one of the leading industry IT solutions providers, has generously committed to continuing sponsoring these awards. “CHAMP is pleased to continue supporting TIACA for the 2nd edition of the Air Cargo … [Read more...] about TIACA launches its second Air Cargo Sustainability Awards