DHL Global Forwarding has launched its multimodal service linking Japan to its existing rail solution from China to Europe. Using a combination of trucking, sea and rail solutions, the seamless, scheduled service offers customers in Japan access to DGF China's rail freight solution which reduces the delivery time by up to half to between 10 and 21 days compared to solely using ocean freight and reduces costs by up to 85 per cent compared to airfreight. In addition, customers seeking … [Read more...] about DHL launches North Asian multimodal service
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Y-20 cargo aircraft to enter service in two years
The Y-20, the first Chinese-designed medium transport aircraft developed by Xi'an Aircraft Industrial Corp., is likely to enter service with the People's Liberation Army in the next two years, People's Daily reported. The Y-20 will be shown to the public for the first time at the Zhuhai Airshow in Guangdong province next month. A report published by National Defense University in Beijing said China at present lacks the cargo planes to match its rivals in the Asia-Pacific. The report said the … [Read more...] about Y-20 cargo aircraft to enter service in two years
Yusen opens new Guangzhou warehouse
Yusen Logistics China has opened a new warehouse in Guangzhou City. The 16,021.5-square-metre warehouse will provide logistics services for the consumer goods industry. The company currently has a number of automotive-related customers in the area, but is anticipating significant growth in demand from the consumer goods market for warehouse services in China. Guangzhou has experienced economic development by taking advantage of its prime location as a hub for regional logistics. Yusen … [Read more...] about Yusen opens new Guangzhou warehouse
Cargolux accepts its 11th B747-8F
Cargolux Airlines International S.A. welcomed its 11th B747-8 freighter. The latest addition to the airlines growing 747-8F fleet is registered LX-VCJ and named "City of Zhengzhou" in honor of Cargolux's partnership with its Chinese shareholder HNCA and its recently established Chinese hub in Zhengzhou. “Our new City of Zhengzhou will help us to strengthen our services between Luxembourg and the province of Henan,” says Dirk Reich, Cargolux president and CEO. “In addition … [Read more...] about Cargolux accepts its 11th B747-8F
China to press for air cargo liberalisation
China will push for further liberalisation of its air cargo market because it is vital to boosting trade flows and expand economic activity. “China, as the biggest exporting country in international trade, relies heavily on air cargo business. We are taking a proactive attitude towards air cargo liberalisation,” said Han Jun, director general, Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC). “We will follow the international trend of liberalisation, particularly for cargo … [Read more...] about China to press for air cargo liberalisation
Korean LCC Jin Air to add int'l flights
South Korean LCC Jin Air Co. will launch new international flights in the second half of 2014 as part of its strategy to expand its footprint in the airline industry. The wholly owned budget unit of Korean Air Lines Co. will start semi-weekly flights linking Jeju Island to China’s Xian and Quanzhou starting on 2 October. It will also begin long-haul daily operations to Guam in December, and will use the first of three B777-200ERs due for final delivery by mid-2015. … [Read more...] about Korean LCC Jin Air to add int'l flights