IATA has published Biosecurity for Air Transport: A Roadmap for Restarting Aviation which outlines IATA’s proposal for a layering of temporary biosecurity measures. The Roadmap aims to provide the confidence that governments will need to enable the re-opening of borders to passenger travel; and the confidence that travelers will need to return to flying. “There is no single measure that will reduce risk and enable a safe re-start of flying. But a layering measures that are globally … [Read more...] about IATA Outlines Layered Approach for Industry Re-Start
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Renewed Emirates-Etihad merger speculation is premature, says GlobalData
The anticipation of deteriorating aviation demand due to COVID-19 has renewed speculation about the potential merger of Emirates Airline and Etihad Airways. To the majority of industry watchers, the joining of the profitable Emirates and the loss-making Etihad is a sensible next step for the UAE’s aviation sector. Conjecture about the flag carriers’ merger is also understandable as analysts seek to identify quick gains for aviation in the post-coronavirus … [Read more...] about Renewed Emirates-Etihad merger speculation is premature, says GlobalData
Deliveroo Singapore announces further support for its restaurant partners; enables consumers to tip to support their favourite local restaurants
As more than 1,000 restaurants across Singapore join the platform, Deliveroo announces new measures to support its partners, some of Singapore’s best-loved restaurants, during the Covid-19 outbreak. Since Friday (15 May), Deliveroo customers are able to opt in to add a tip to their order by nominating a tip amount to add to their bill. The amount will go directly to the restaurant in full and will not be subject to any commission. Deliveroo will match the first 10,000 … [Read more...] about Deliveroo Singapore announces further support for its restaurant partners; enables consumers to tip to support their favourite local restaurants
Kuehne + Nagel expands its AI-enabled road logistics platform eTrucknow to Singapore
One-stop platform that seamlessly connects shippers and carriers for domestic and cross-border road logistics shipments Instant quotation and competitive rates through self-service platform Proprietary rate engine uses AI to match shipper’s requirements with carrier availability eliminating manual processes Kuehne + Nagel has launched its AI-enabled digital road logistics platform sg.eTrucknow.com in Singapore. eTrucknow bridges the supply and demand of road logistics via a … [Read more...] about Kuehne + Nagel expands its AI-enabled road logistics platform eTrucknow to Singapore
SEKO distributes protective equipment to their frontline staff to keep clients’ supply chains moving
Exemplifying a key pillar in their SEKO CARES campaign, SEKO Logistics has distributed over 28,000 face masks and over 138,000 gloves to their frontline teams in North America who enable their clients’ supply chains during the coronavirus crisis. To ensure the health and welfare of SEKO’s consignees and shippers, they have also invested in additional MedTec Driver PPE kits to continue their support of the national and global medical relief effort with deliveries of medical devices, … [Read more...] about SEKO distributes protective equipment to their frontline staff to keep clients’ supply chains moving
AAPA calls for standardised health guidelines to facilitate air travel measures to be consistent, pragmatic, and risk-managed
The COVID-19 pandemic has seriously affected global economic activity, including trade, tourism and employment levels. Indeed, the grounding of flights and drastic reduction in air links has wider detrimental effects on society and the economy. Aviation supports 65.5 million jobs around the world, with one job in the industry supporting 24 other jobs in the wider economy, but these livelihoods are now jeopardized due to the drastic plunge in travel demand. The United Nations World Tourism … [Read more...] about AAPA calls for standardised health guidelines to facilitate air travel measures to be consistent, pragmatic, and risk-managed
