Allcargo Logistics, one of India’s biggest integrated logistics services providers and the global leader in LCL consolidation has announced that its teams in various divisions are showing an exemplary commitment to serving the nation. The continuous operations by team members across divisions are undertaken with necessary precautions and permissions during the COVID-19-induced nationwide lockdown. Team members of the projects and equipment division, Mumbai CFS, Mundra CFS, Chennai CFS, ONGC … [Read more...] about Allcargo Logistics hails team members for showing exemplary commitments to keep the operations running during COVID-19
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Latam Cargo maintains international operation from and to Argentina
Latam Airlines Group informs that LATAM Airlines Argentina announced that it will cease cargo and passenger operations for an indefinite period. This means the cessation of flights from and to 12 domestic destinations. International destinations operated by the air cargo unit, Latam Cargo, will remain active according to their clients’ needs. The announcement is a result of current market conditions, exacerbated by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the difficulty of building structural … [Read more...] about Latam Cargo maintains international operation from and to Argentina
IATA releases criteria for COVID-19 testing in the air travel process
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released criteria for the use of COVID-19 testing in the travel process. Should governments choose to introduce COVID-19 testing for travelers arriving from countries considered as high risk, testing must deliver results fast, be able to be conducted at scale, and operate to very high rates of accuracy. Additionally, testing must be cost-effective and not create an economic or logistical barrier to travel. The International Civil Aviation … [Read more...] about IATA releases criteria for COVID-19 testing in the air travel process
Bavaria’s hub to act as test airport for EASA recommendations on infection prevention
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has added Munich Airport to its list of pilot airports intended to set an example of safe travel during the COVID‑19 pandemic. These international airports, also including Frankfurt, Brussels, Paris-Charles de Gaulle, and Amsterdam, are to demonstrate how to implement the recommendations devised by the EASA and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The EASA is aiming to work toward a goal of the hygiene measures that it … [Read more...] about Bavaria’s hub to act as test airport for EASA recommendations on infection prevention
Continued government relief measures needed to get airlines through the winter
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned that the airline industry faces a hard winter and called on governments around the world to continue providing relief measures as the COVID-19 crisis continues. Airlines are expected to post a loss of $84.3 billion in 2020 and government financial relief is a lifeline to many airlines. The bulk of airlines make their money in the northern summer season, while the winter season, even in the best of times, is a struggle to remain … [Read more...] about Continued government relief measures needed to get airlines through the winter
Latam Cargo expands its pharma network to satisfy Latin American markets’ demand
In light of the growing demand for international pharmaceutical transportation to Latin America in the midst of COVID-19’s health crisis, Latam Cargo has extended pharma's coverage. This care option, which is CEIV Pharma certified, is part of the company’s product portfolio and offers specialized transportation for these sensitive and delicate shipments. The pandemic—which is currently affecting Latin America—has triggered closed-border policies and passenger flight restrictions worldwide. This … [Read more...] about Latam Cargo expands its pharma network to satisfy Latin American markets’ demand
