Cargo iQ has launched online self-service access to its data, giving members real-time information on performance for the first time, enabling them to develop new products and improve processes. Cargo iQ’s ‘Air Cargo Intelligence Hub’ gives its members access to their data on any given route and produces customized reports, allowing them to compare their own performance against Cargo iQ standards, and that of the community overall. Members work with shared shipment … [Read more...] about Cargo iQ gives live access to data
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Cautious Optimism for Transpacific Air Cargo
There’s some cautious optimism about transpacific air cargo demand. Tom Crabtree, spokesman for Boeing, points to new aircraft orders. A big one: UPS’s 14 747-8 freighter order in October with options for 14 additional aircraft. While there is no indication whether or not these aircraft, scheduled for delivery between 2017 and 2020, will be flown on transpacific routes, that market does represents the world’s largest for freight ton kilometers (FTKs). Another positive, says … [Read more...] about Cautious Optimism for Transpacific Air Cargo
New DHL Express facilities open in Budapest Airport
DHL Express announced the opening of a new warehouse and office complex at Budapest Airport. The largest air cargo development at the airport to date will occupy a total land area development of just over 60,000 square meters. More than 600 employees will be based at the two new express complexes, which are located in the area next to Terminal 1. The next freight phase of the BUD:2020 Development Programme will be the development of Cargo City next to Terminal 2, due to be … [Read more...] about New DHL Express facilities open in Budapest Airport
Unilode opens new facility at CVG
Unilode Aviation Solutions, the leading global provider of outsourced Unit Load Device (ULD) management and repair solutions, has further expanded its global repair network by opening a new FAA Part 145 certified repair center at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG) airport. This new facility will support and expand its partnership with DHL, specifically for ULD repairs and assembly, in addition to supporting Unilode's existing ULD management and repair … [Read more...] about Unilode opens new facility at CVG
Atlas Air flies 747-400F for DHL Global Forwarding
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. announced the ACMI placement of a 747-400 freighter with DHL Global Forwarding. The 747-400F will be operated by Atlas Air, Inc. and will fly on behalf of DHL Global Forwarding, through an aircraft, crew, maintenance and insurance agreement. The new service will commence during the month of September and will serve routes between the United States, Europe, and Asia. “DHL Global Forwarding is a leading service provider in the global … [Read more...] about Atlas Air flies 747-400F for DHL Global Forwarding
DHL cuts lead-time between Norway and Asia by over 50%
DHL Global Forwarding expands its airfreight capacities in response to the increasing exports of the Norwegian seafood industry. The demand has been continuously growing since the introduction of DHL’s new service solution in May this year. DHL will now double its flight frequency by deploying a dedicated Boeing 747-400 cargo plane that ships seafood from Oslo to Seoul and Shanghai twice a week. Furthermore the new solution will also increase the operational efficiency on DHL’s transpacific … [Read more...] about DHL cuts lead-time between Norway and Asia by over 50%
