French multinational Schneider Electric is looking to reduce carbon emissions across its supply chain as it partnered with DHL Global Forwarding in launching a new multimodal shipping model that offers sustainable aviation fuel for air freight. The two companies have combined air and sea transport to create multimodal 'shipping bridges' connecting Singapore and India with North America with DHL’s GoGreen Plus service offering the use of SAF to reduce Scope 3 carbon emissions from … [Read more...] about Schneider Electric partners with DHL for ‘greener’ shipping
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Qatar Airways selects new cargo boss
Qatar Airways has appointed Mark Drusch as the carrier’s newest cargo chief. A well-known figure in the aviation industry, particularly on the passenger side, Mark has over 25 years of experience in senior management roles. He was most recently the airline's SVP for revenue management, alliances and strategy. Prior to joining Qatar Airways, Mark spent 20 years at Delta Air Lines, Continental Airlines and Lufthansa LSG Sky Chefs as senior vice president where he led the transformation in … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways selects new cargo boss
Changi Airport, Aurrigo International deploy 3rd-gen Auto-DollyTug
Changi Airport Group and Aurrigo International are now testing the latest version of the electric-powered autonomous vehicle, Auto-DollyTug, at Singapore’s main air hub. Combining baggage tractor and airport dolly capabilities, the latest version can rotate in its own length and, using the groundbreaking sideways drive system, move directly sideways and slide into tight spaces, enabling the delivery of a single unit load device even when other GSE equipment is in place at the … [Read more...] about Changi Airport, Aurrigo International deploy 3rd-gen Auto-DollyTug
New hire to strengthen Jettainer’s position in North Asia
Industry expert Elfi Chik has joined Jettainer in Hong Kong as General Sales Manager in North Asia, marking another step in the company’s ongoing expansion in the region. Chik will be responsible for developing and expanding the market opportunities in China and North Asia. With almost 20 years of industry experience, Elfi began her career with Hong Kong Airport Services Limited, followed by roles at All Nippon Airways and Virgin Atlantic Airways. She joined American … [Read more...] about New hire to strengthen Jettainer’s position in North Asia
Cathay Cargo Terminal rolls out new eSRF feature
Cathay Cargo Terminal can now provide end-to-end digitalised import collection in Hong Kong with the launch of electronic shipment release forms (eSRF). The new feature forms an integral part of the Import Air Cargo Collection Digitalization Module of the HKIA Cargo Data Platform. The company said it is the first air cargo terminal in Hong Kong to enable eSFRs which is expected to fast track the entire import collection process by enabling freight forwarders to plan their work schedule … [Read more...] about Cathay Cargo Terminal rolls out new eSRF feature
AAPA: e-commerce shipping drives year-end air cargo demand
Cargo demand for airlines in Asia Pacific ended on a strong note in December as overall demand in 2023 slid 2.8 percent below the previous year, according to the latest figures from the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines. Air cargo markets entered 2023 weighed by multiple headwinds, but the final months of the year saw demand grow, thanks to an increase in e-commerce shipments. AAPA noted the industry for the past year has been dealing with inflation, a strong US Dollar and government … [Read more...] about AAPA: e-commerce shipping drives year-end air cargo demand