express logistics

IAG Cargo opens state-of-the-art facility at LHR

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IAG Cargo has officially opened a new 10,000-sqm handling facility at London Heathrow Airport, which will serve as a hub for handling premium loose shipments. With the ‘New Premia’ facility, IAG expects to see double the amount of cargo it will manage daily. To handle increased capacity, the company has put significant focus on designing IT systems and systems integration to regulate freight movements and allocations. IAG said the state-of-the-art facility has been designed to handle more … [Read more...] about IAG Cargo opens state-of-the-art facility at LHR

VINCI Airports taps Kale to boost cargo ops

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Kale Logistics Solutions has been chosen by airport operator VINCI Airports to digitise handling operations at several airport cargo stations in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Kale will implement its flagship solution, the airport cargo handling management system GALAXY, across different airports in phases. The solution is designed as a state-of-the-art, automation-driven and business-centric model to modernise import, export and transit operations. It is used by more than a hundred airport … [Read more...] about VINCI Airports taps Kale to boost cargo ops

Dronamics’ Black Swan completes first flight

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Dronamics saw the completed first flight of its flagship aircraft, the Black Swan, at Balchik airport in Bulgaria on 25 May. The company said this significant milestone is the culmination of months of ground testing and subscale flights. The Black Swan aircraft was remotely controlled by two commercial airline pilots from the ground control station. The successful flight test validates the company's licensed cargo drone technology for commercial flights in Europe, which are set to begin … [Read more...] about Dronamics’ Black Swan completes first flight

What’s NeX for e-commerce logistics?

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Neutral Air Partner has introduced a new global platform that aims to contribute to the growth of the e-commerce industry around the world. The network group, made up of air cargo architects and aviation logistics specialists, has partnered with the ATEM Group to launch the NeX e-commerce supply chain logistics network. NeX is an international group of experts focused on advancing the interests of the eCommerce supply chain logistics industry. The network is comprised of highly specialized … [Read more...] about What’s NeX for e-commerce logistics?

WFS opens new cargo terminal at Bengaluru airport

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Worldwide Flight Services, a member of the SATS Group, has opened its air cargo terminal and cold chain facility at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) in India. WFS was awarded the 15-year licence to operate the international cargo terminal and cold chain facility in June 2022 by way of a partnership with Bengaluru airport operator Bengaluru International Airport Limited. WFS will be responsible for the development, operation, management, and maintenance of the international … [Read more...] about WFS opens new cargo terminal at Bengaluru airport

Qatar Airways adds Envirotainer’s Releye solution

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Qatar Airways Cargo and Envirotainer have joined forces to offer the Releye solution for shipping temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals to where they are needed most. The airline said the more sustainable solution, alongside their extensive network capabilities, can help reduce CO2 emissions for shipments by up to 90 percent. The company added that the collaboration underscores ongoing commitment to investing in the latest technologies to meet the needs of the life sciences sector. The … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways adds Envirotainer’s Releye solution