Cathay Pacific Airways announced an expansion of its presence in Europe with a service to Düsseldorf beginning 1 September 2015 (subject to government approval). Düsseldorf will become the airline’s second destination in Germany, after Frankfurt, and marks the latest enhancement to its Europe network following the launch of Manchester in December 2014 and Zurich, which will commence operations in March. Cathay Pacific will operate the new service using a B777-300ER aircraft. … [Read more...] about Cathay to launch new service to Dùsseldorf
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TNT rolls out CO2 neutral service in Germany
TNT is now offering CO2 neutral delivery of all express domestic consignments in Germany at no additional charge. Increasingly companies are interested in this service as the customer is looking at its complete supply chain including the CO2 emission related to the transport of their goods. The initiative will help SMEs and large customers alike to mitigate their environmental impact. CO2 Neutral shipping is part of TNT’s renewed range of CO2 services, which also includes … [Read more...] about TNT rolls out CO2 neutral service in Germany
TNT adds new air routes, depot in Europe
TNT is stepping up its services in Europe with the construction of a new international depot in Eindhoven (Netherlands) and the start of air services to Hanover (Germany). Both developments are part of the company’s strategy to invest in its core European network, enhance operational efficiency and service quality. TNT has broken ground on its new 6,350 square metre depot in Eindhoven to replace the existing, rented facility in the same town, which has become too small. Completion is … [Read more...] about TNT adds new air routes, depot in Europe
Munich Airport welcomes 3rd runway ruling
Germany's Bavarian Administrative Court has upheld an earlier decision on planning permission for Munich Airport's plans for a third runway. After five onsite inspections, 41 days of hearings and an intensive review of the 2,800 page planning permission decision by District Government of Upper Bavaria, the court dismissed 16 suits filed in objection to the official approval of the project. Munich Airport said that in the opinion of the judges, the planning permission … [Read more...] about Munich Airport welcomes 3rd runway ruling
German lobby group warns night curfews killing competitiveness
Dubbed "Cargo Needs the Night", a new lobby group has been established in Germany with high-profile support from Lufthansa Cargo and major industry associations. They warned that Germany is losing its competitiveness and practicable night flight regulations in Germany must be crafted. These include the Association of German Freight Forwarders and Logistics Operators (DSLV), the Federal Association of Road Haulage, Logistics and Disposal (BGL), the Forwarding and Logistics Association of … [Read more...] about German lobby group warns night curfews killing competitiveness
