Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK), working alongside Royal Mail, has welcomed its first full e-commerce cargo flight, following several developments to its e-commerce operations over this year. The flight, chartered by Zhonger Express and Jumen Logistics, was operated by Silk Way West Airlines Cargo and carried a 90-tonne consignment for Royal Mail final mile deliveries. Products from two of the four major e-commerce platforms, Temu and TikTok, were on board and representatives were on-site … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport welcomes first dedicated e-commerce flight
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American Airlines Cargo enhances operations at London Heathrow
American Airlines Cargo announces a large-scale enhancement in its facility and digital capabilities at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), its largest operation in Europe. The carrier has made an extensive facility expansion at LHR by moving to a new location. The move, adjacent to its two former buildings, combines the carrier’s operations into one larger footprint for both imports and exports. The new facility provides more space and enables greater flexibility for the carrier and its cargo … [Read more...] about American Airlines Cargo enhances operations at London Heathrow
Duvenbeck now provides diesel-free logistics services for ZF Saarbrücken
The Duvenbeck Group has completed the switch to alternative emission-free drive systems for its entire fleet of vehicles that operate for ZF Saarbrücken. This means that none of the vehicles, which Duvenbeck uses for the automobile supplier on short or long-distance routes, consume conventional diesel fuel any longer. The switch marks the provisional final stage of a programme, which started with the introduction of liquid natural gas (LNG) as the fuel in 2020. Renewable and climate-friendly … [Read more...] about Duvenbeck now provides diesel-free logistics services for ZF Saarbrücken
How CargoTech brings the power of AI into Air Cargo
The air cargo industry is still taxiing onto the runway of AI opportunities. Leading technology group, CargoTech already offers products to ensure the smoothest of technology take-offs, with AI serving as the fuel for sound business decisions. Cédric Millet, CargoTech’s President, and its members illustrate ways in which the group leverages AI to support decision-making and clear up some of the myths surrounding the technology. “On a scale of 1-10, I’d say the air cargo industry is currently … [Read more...] about How CargoTech brings the power of AI into Air Cargo
Envirotainer partners with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo to advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Envirotainer, the specialist in temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments, has partnered with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) to support the development and adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). SAF, a cleaner alternative to traditional jet fuel, plays a crucial role in minimising the carbon footprint of air transport. By investing in SAF through AFKLMP Cargo’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Programme, Envirotainer aims to help pharmaceutical companies meet their … [Read more...] about Envirotainer partners with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo to advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Avianca leverages CHAMP’s Traxon Global Security to comply with Canada PACT regulatory requirements
Avianca Cargo, Colombian airline and one of Latin America’s biggest carriers, has expanded their use of Traxon Global Security (TGS) by adding security filing for Canada. Now compliant with Transport Canada’s Pre-Load Air Cargo Targeting (PACT) initiaitve, Avianca Cargo is utilizing TGS to meet all regulatory requirements using the platforms’ automated data collection, validation, and submission. Transport Canada’s PACT program aims to identify and mitigate high-risk air cargo shipments … [Read more...] about Avianca leverages CHAMP’s Traxon Global Security to comply with Canada PACT regulatory requirements
