Maersk has moved closer to the official start of its air cargo operations after the carrier conducted a ‘demonstrator flight’ between Asia and the US last week. The test flight left Seoul from Incheon airport en route to Greenville Spartanburg (GSP) in South Carolina. Payload Asia learned that German forwarder Senator International, acquired by Maersk in June, has operated regular charter flights to and from GSP for BMW, which has a production plant in Spartanburg. Launched in April of … [Read more...] about Maersk Air Cargo looks poised to start operations
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Bolloré positions in Australia with recent acquisition
Bollore Logistics’ Australia unit is set to acquire Australian freight forwarder Lynair Logistics, based in Adelaide, effective 1 August 2022. The Adelaide-based logistics company, established in 2002, specializes in air freight, ocean freight, customs clearance, 3PL warehousing and distribution services. With the acquisition, Bolloré Logistics Australia is poised to strengthen its presence in Australia and the Pacific region. The amount of the purchase was not disclosed, but Bollore said … [Read more...] about Bolloré positions in Australia with recent acquisition
Australia eyes improved post services in the Pacific
The Australian Government and Australia Post last week announced a new Pacific Postal Development Partnership to strengthen postal services in the Pacific by signing a joint declaration with the Universal Postal Union (UPU) and Asian-Pacific Postal Union (APPU). Announced in Bangkok on the sidelines of the 13th APPU Congress, the partnership will improve the efficiency and security of postal services between Australia and Pacific island countries, benefiting consumers and businesses, … [Read more...] about Australia eyes improved post services in the Pacific
UPS tops up order for Boeing’s 767 freighters
American logistics integrator UPS has placed an order for eight more 767 freighters from Boeing as the integrator looks to modernize its fleet in view of efficiency, sustainability and reliability. The incremental order will increase the carrier’s fleet of 767 freighters to 108, along with 238 Boeing heritage freighters like the 747, 757, 767 and MD-11. UPS, who was the launch customer of the 767 freighter in 1995, will begin taking delivery of the new airplanes in 2025. The top-up … [Read more...] about UPS tops up order for Boeing’s 767 freighters
Lufthansa to welcome second A321F in October
Lufthansa is set to welcome its second converted Airbus A321 freighter in October to boost its medium-haul network, as the airline continues to see high demand for e-commerce and same-day delivery solutions. The second A321F with registration D-AEUA is currently undergoing conversion in Singapore. It is identical in design to the first A321 freighter (D-AEUC, 'Hello Europe'): 28 tonnes of payload available on 14 pallet and container positions on the main deck and ten on the lower deck. The … [Read more...] about Lufthansa to welcome second A321F in October
Cainiao eyes automated distribution hubs with Daraz
Cainiao Network and e-commerce platform Daraz have announced upcoming plans to automate two smart distribution centres in Pakistan. The distribution centres will be equipped with innovative smart technologies, such as an automatic assembly line and smart distribution setup, as well as Cainiao’s proprietary solutions, including e-PLC, control algorithm and WCS. Daraz grew 85 percent in gross merchandise value (GMV) over the last two years, experiencing revenue surges during the global 11.11 … [Read more...] about Cainiao eyes automated distribution hubs with Daraz
