A new partnership is expected to address the evolving challenges in temperature-controlled logistics for the life sciences sector with a memorandum of understanding between Pharma.Aero and the Cool Chain Association (CCA). The agreement outlines the associations’ shared commitment to foster collaboration and enhance transparency between the life science and perishable supply chain. Stavros Evangelakakis, CCA chairman and head of global healthcare at Cargolux, said the partnership was born out … [Read more...] about Pharma.Aero, Cool Chain Association foster collaboration
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WFS to handle China Cargo’s new Miami service next year
China Cargo Airlines has extended a new handling contract to SATS Group member, Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), in North America with the launch of three weekly flights to Miami from Shanghai Pudong starting January next year. This marks the first time that a Chinese carrier to commence services into Miami. WFS expects to handle various shipments coming from China, including high volumes of e-commerce traffic, perishables, seafood and general cargo. The two have been working together for … [Read more...] about WFS to handle China Cargo’s new Miami service next year
Silk Way West augments global freighter fleet
Silk Way West Airlines is expanding its fleet with the addition of two Boeing 777 freighters, as the airline looks to provide reliable solutions amidst increasing demand for air cargo services. The carrier will use the added shipping capacity to meet the growing need for reliable air transport across various industries, including e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing. With the new additions, the airline further strengthens its position as one of the leading global air cargo … [Read more...] about Silk Way West augments global freighter fleet
Dimerco Express elects Jeffrey Shih to group CEO
Taipei-based 3PL Dimerco Express Group has appointed Jeffrey Shih as the next CEO. The 35-year logistics veteran has held leadership roles in both corporate logistics and 3PL operations, primarily with Dimerco, and has a successful track record in the company’s operations in Southeast Asia and North America. Shih will now be responsible for overseeing Dimerco’s air freight, ocean freight and contract logistics divisions. The company said it will continue its expansion and digitalisation … [Read more...] about Dimerco Express elects Jeffrey Shih to group CEO
One Air tops up China-UK capacity with second freighter
British all-cargo airline One Air has taken delivery of its second Boeing 747-400 freighter. One Air commenced flight operations in July after receiving its Air Operators Certificate from the UK Civil Aviation Authority. The additional B747-400BDSF will support its current flying programme offering full charter services connecting Hong Kong and London Heathrow. The latest addition to the airline’s fleet, acquired on a long-term lease, is a former Air Canada passenger aircraft which was … [Read more...] about One Air tops up China-UK capacity with second freighter
dnata promotes managing director in Switzerland
dnata has promoted Willy Ruf as the company’s managing director for Switzerland, who will step into the new role effective 1 January 2024. In his new role, Ruj will oversee dnata’s ground handling and cargo business and operations at Geneva Airport (GVA) and Zürich Airport (ZRH) in Switzerland for 30 airline partners with a 1,100-strong team. A Swiss national, Willy has over 30 years of international experience in the ground handling, cargo and travel industries and was most recently … [Read more...] about dnata promotes managing director in Switzerland