Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has launched its innovative digital platform, the Travel Companion (TC), powered by advanced artificial intelligence. This move is part of a two-year plan to revolutionize the travel industry by embracing digital innovations. In collaboration with global professional services firm Accenture, Saudia's Travel Companion is set to change how travelers interact with the airline and redefine the standards of digital travel. The Travel Companion … [Read more...] about Saudia launches beta version of revolutionary digital platform
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Kuehne+Nagel expands spare parts logistics for the automotive industry
As one of the leading logistics providers for the automotive industry, Kuehne+Nagel now manages a 170,000m² spare parts fulfilment and delivery centre in Wallersdorf, Germany. From this location, spare parts are supplied to BMW markets worldwide. Here, Kuehne+Nagel is responsible for the physical receipt of goods, pre-packaging, the management of packaging material and empties as well as the loading of goods onto shuttles for dispatch to all BMW parts distribution locations. At the … [Read more...] about Kuehne+Nagel expands spare parts logistics for the automotive industry
Korean Air and WestJet expand codeshare agreement
Korean Air and WestJet expanded their codeshare partnership on April 22 to provide more transpacific destinations to its customers. Korean Air will begin selling flights on WestJet’s new route between Seoul Incheon and Calgary, which will launch on May 17. Flights on the newly launched Seoul Incheon - Calgary route will operate three times a week using Boeing 787 Dreamliners. Korean Air passengers will gain access to Calgary, Canada's gateway to Banff National Park in the Rocky Mountains, … [Read more...] about Korean Air and WestJet expand codeshare agreement
WestJet Cargo strengthens international network with resumed Calgary to Paris-CDG service
Enhanced Service: Increased frequency on the Calgary-Paris route, emphasizing its role as a European hub. Market Expansion: Strengthening presence in Europe by tapping into new cargo markets and potential. Technological Integration: Leveraging advanced ECS Group tools to optimize cargo operations and customer service. WestJet Cargo is pleased to announce the strengthening of its flights between Calgary and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). This route, operating 5-7 times weekly, … [Read more...] about WestJet Cargo strengthens international network with resumed Calgary to Paris-CDG service
SASI World appoints Hiran Perera as Senior Advisor Freighters and Revenue Management
Stan Wraight, President and CEO of SASI World, is extremely pleased to announce the appointment of Hiran Perera as a Senior Advisor to SASI World, effective April 01/2024. Hiran joins SASI World after a long and successful career with Emirates Sky Cargo, where, as SVP, he led the team responsible for all freighter activities plus revenue and capacity management. Hiran will assist SASI World as it grows its global practise and expansion into new markets. Hiran will join the team to ensure … [Read more...] about SASI World appoints Hiran Perera as Senior Advisor Freighters and Revenue Management
Neste and New Jersey Natural Gas target reducing greenhouse gas emissions with Neste MY Renewable Diesel
Neste, the world's leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, and New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG), the principal subsidiary of New Jersey Resources, look to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions with Neste MY Renewable Diesel™. Expanding on its sustainability leadership, NJNG announced it is switching its medium-duty trucks and associated equipment to renewable diesel to help reduce GHG emissions. NJNG is now the first natural gas utility on the East Coast to use this … [Read more...] about Neste and New Jersey Natural Gas target reducing greenhouse gas emissions with Neste MY Renewable Diesel