Hong Kong’s airport authority has announced that all airport staff belonging to the targeted groups are required to receive the third dose of vaccination, in view of new recommendation from the government and health experts. The airport authority urged staff under the targeted groups to receive the third jab as soon as possible. The third dose of vaccine should be administered at least six months after the second dose. The targeted groups include those handling high-risk cargo or having … [Read more...] about Hong Kong airport staff required to get 3rd jab
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HAFFA elects Jet-Speed’s Gary Lau as new chairman
The Hong Kong Association of Freight Forwarding and Logistics Limited (HAFFA) last week elected Gary Lau of Jet-Speed Air Cargo Forwarders (HK) Limited as chairman for a two-year term at its annual general meeting, held on 27 April. HAFFA said it has been an ‘extraordinarily busy' year for what has been an unprecedented time: "When COVID-19 vaccines became available at the end of 2020, the group immediately called on the Civil Aviation Authority (CAD) to prioritise the facilitation of … [Read more...] about HAFFA elects Jet-Speed’s Gary Lau as new chairman
Cathay resets cargo schedule as HK eases quarantine rules
Cathay Pacific is looking to gradually restore a freighter schedule that has been affected by strict rules as Hong Kong’s government eased the quarantine requirements for Hong Kong-based crew. The mandatory quarantine requirement for aircrew based in Hong Kong, which started in 20 February, will be lifted for crew members on freighter and cargo-only passenger flights who are fully vaccinated. But this does not include crew that layover in the United Kingdom and South Africa, the airline … [Read more...] about Cathay resets cargo schedule as HK eases quarantine rules
UPS Hong Kong shows SMEs how to prepare for ‘peak’ season
Peak season is crunch time for online retailers. A brief period towards the end of the year that features Singles Day, Black Friday, Cyber Monday and more, ‘peak’ season can have a dramatic impact on a business’ annual bottom line. The value of a well-planned strategy for Peak should never be underestimated—take Black Friday in Hong Kong as an example. According to online discount coupon platform Black Friday Online, Hong Kong businesses expect consumers to buy 25.5 million products during … [Read more...] about UPS Hong Kong shows SMEs how to prepare for ‘peak’ season
Bolloré Logistics secures CEIV Pharma certification in Hong Kong
Bolloré Logistics received its CEIV Pharma certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for its platform at Hong Kong International Airport. With this certification, Bolloré Logistics Hong Kong said it can provide seamless cool chain transportation across the entire pharmaceutical supply chain. "This certification demonstrates our commitment to full compliance in handling pharmaceutical products and other temperature-sensitive commodities. It will greatly … [Read more...] about Bolloré Logistics secures CEIV Pharma certification in Hong Kong
Airport Authority Hong Kong extends industry relief support for two more months
Airport Authority Hong Kong announced an extension to the relief package for the airport community until end-October or another 2 months, in view of the ongoing pandemic, a press release confirmed. Airport Authority Hong Kong will continue the waiver or reduction of various fees for the aviation industry announced in June from September to October. The relief measures include full waiver of parking charge for idle passenger aircraft and airbridge fees; reduction of passenger aircraft … [Read more...] about Airport Authority Hong Kong extends industry relief support for two more months
