Swissport and Lufthansa teamed up for the Cargo iQ Q-rally and won the event with their Implementation of Freight into warehouse (FIW) at all Swissport and Lufthansa stations. The goal was to level up the accuracy of Service Level Agreement (SLA) measurements, between the aircraft and drop off and the Warehouse processes. Swissport’s Priscilla Marques, Manager Global Operations Cargo, applied continuous improvement throughout the whole project. Swissport initially began the implementation … [Read more...] about Swissport and Lufthansa win top prize at Cargo iQ Q-Rally
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The WACO System launches innovative partnership with cargo.one to deliver digital collaboration to members worldwide
The WACO System (WACO), the independent global network of freight forwarders, and cargo.one, the leading digital air freight procurement platform, today unveiled an industry-first initiative that sees WACO members upgraded to state-of-the art digital infrastructure. WACO’s members can now digitalize vital procurement and sales processes including capacity discovery, quoting and booking, including member to member bookings. WACO is the leading non-profit global network for independent freight … [Read more...] about The WACO System launches innovative partnership with cargo.one to deliver digital collaboration to members worldwide
Atlas Air Worldwide announces appointment of Klaus Goersch as Chief Operating Officer
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. a leading global provider of outsourced aviation logistics, today announced the appointment of Klaus Goersch to the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Goersch will report to Michael Steen, Chief Executive Officer, Atlas Air Worldwide, and will serve as a member of the Company’s Executive Leadership Team. Joining the company in late December, Mr. Goersch will oversee Atlas’ global flight, ground and technical operations, with … [Read more...] about Atlas Air Worldwide announces appointment of Klaus Goersch as Chief Operating Officer
IATA: Air cargo demand up 9.8% in October 2024 – 15th month of consecutive growth
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand. Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), rose by 9.8% compared to October 2023 levels (10.3% for international operations) for a 15th consecutive month of growth. Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTKs), increased by 5.9% compared to October 2023 (7.2% for international operations). This was … [Read more...] about IATA: Air cargo demand up 9.8% in October 2024 – 15th month of consecutive growth
MIT and Mecalux launch a groundbreaking project to accelerate logistics innovation
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology Center for Transportation & Logistics(MIT CTL) and intralogistics group Mecalux have kicked off a five-year collaborative project to expedite the integration of self-learning artificial intelligence (AI) in logistics. Through MIT’s Intelligent Logistics Systems Lab, the two institutions will explore new applications of AI models with significant potential for businesses and society. “The objective of our collaboration with Mecalux is to foster … [Read more...] about MIT and Mecalux launch a groundbreaking project to accelerate logistics innovation
Challenge Group has successfully launched its first flights to Nairobi
Challenge Group is proud to announce the successful launch of its inaugural flights to Nairobi (NBO) on December 2nd. This new service marks the company’s first destination in Africa with flights operating twice weekly, on Mondays and Thursdays, deploying a B767 freighter aircraft, with a capacity of 52tons and volume of 400 cubic meters. This remarkable milestone reflects Challenge Group’s strategic commitment to fleet growth and expanding into new markets. Following the successful launch of … [Read more...] about Challenge Group has successfully launched its first flights to Nairobi
