CEVA Logistics, one of the world’s largest supply chain management companies is celebrating two birthdays during October in Australia. The first marks ten years of operations as CEVA Logistics and the second is the first anniversary of the opening of its Victoria Supersite at Truganina. In Australia, and around the world, CEVA has a strong foundation built on the history of TNT and Eagle Global Logistics who merged to become CEVA in August 2007. Thomas Nationwide … [Read more...] about CEVA celebrates two landmark achievements in Australia
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Emirates SkyCargo revalidates pharma certification at Dubai hub
Emirates SkyCargo received a revalidation of the European Union Good Distribution Practices (EU GDP) certification for pharma operations at its hub in Dubai. The annual surveillance audit for the revalidation was conducted by Bureau Veritas, Germany. The air cargo carrier originally received its EU GDP certification in 2016 for its operations across the Emirates SkyCentral cargo terminals at Dubai International Airport and Dubai World Central as well as the 24/7 bonded trucking … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo revalidates pharma certification at Dubai hub
UPS and SF receive regulatory approval in China
UPS and SF Holding have announced approval of their planned joint venture by China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM). The jv enables them to collaborate on development and provision of international delivery services from, China to the U.S. initially, and to other trade lanes in the future. The JV approval is a positive development for international trade and allows the two leading companies to leverage their complementary networks, service portfolios, technologies and logistics … [Read more...] about UPS and SF receive regulatory approval in China
Panalpina continues to make moves to boost Perishables Network
Following the successful acquisition of Kenya-based forwarder Air Connection, Panalpina is set to acquire the Dutch company Interfresh Airfreight Handling, as well as its sister companies Fresh Cargo Connection and Dutch Cargo Connection, which are fully owned by CEO and founder of Interfresh, Sonja Kauffman. “By acquiring Interfresh we gain full control over the cool chain for one of the perishables industry’s most important trade lanes for flowers – from Nairobi to … [Read more...] about Panalpina continues to make moves to boost Perishables Network
TIACA expands global reach with board members from Africa and Asia
Two new board members, representing the ground handling and cargo carrier sectors, have been appointed to the TIACA Board of Directors. The new appointments come as TIACA prepares to host its Executive Summit, which takes place at the Turnberry Isle Resort and Golf Club in Miami, USA, from 18th to 20th October, and features a track on Latin America. Ramesh Mamidala is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of New Delhi, India-based Celebi Delhi Cargo Terminal Management Pvt, and brings over … [Read more...] about TIACA expands global reach with board members from Africa and Asia
World’s first converted 737-700 freighter
Alaska Air Cargo began a new chapter in its business, introducing the first Boeing converted 737-700 cargo aircraft. The aircraft is the first of its kind in the world and was converted from an all-passenger to an all-freight aircraft. The aircraft entered commercial service carrying goods from Seattle to the state of Alaska. "This one-of-a-kind aircraft marks the beginning of a new era at Alaska Airlines," said Wayne Newton, Alaska Airlines vice president of airport … [Read more...] about World’s first converted 737-700 freighter
