DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the e-commerce marketplace Temu to deepen their cooperation and to further expand their successful partnership. The agreement aims to enhance collaboration to better support local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in established markets as well as in growth markets, such as Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Both parties are committed to fostering compliant trade and sustainable … [Read more...] about DHL Group and Temu sign Memorandum of Understanding to support local businesses
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Xeneta: ‘A seismic shock’ for e-commerce volumes as global air cargo market faces the economic reality of upcoming tariffs
E-commerce volumes, for so long the saviour of global air cargo demand, are today facing up to the ‘seismic shock’ of the United States’ ‘Liberation Day’ global tariffs announcement, while the general cargo market is also reevaluating its future as shippers, forwarders, airlines, and consumers come to terms with the economic reality of new import taxes and a potential international trade war. US President Donald Trump, yesterday confirmed the elimination of duty–free de minimis treatment for … [Read more...] about Xeneta: ‘A seismic shock’ for e-commerce volumes as global air cargo market faces the economic reality of upcoming tariffs
SAF Registry goes live
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry with its release to the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO). The Registry, now live under CADO management, will enable a global market for SAF that will accelerate the transition to net zero emissions by 2050. “Aviation’s decarbonization is a team effort. In releasing the SAF Registry to CADO for launch, we have put in place a critical platform for the benefit of all … [Read more...] about SAF Registry goes live
Marion Smeyers appointed ATR’s SVP Operations & Procurement
ATR, the leading manufacturer of regional aircraft worldwide, today announced the appointment of Marion Smeyers as Senior Vice-President of Operations and Procurement, effective 1 May 2025. She succeeds Eric Segura, and will report directly to ATR’s Chief Executive Officer, Nathalie Tarnaud Laude. Marion Smeyers brings a wealth of experience in industrial operations, having held leadership roles across various Airbus divisions. Most recently, she served as the Head of Operations for the … [Read more...] about Marion Smeyers appointed ATR’s SVP Operations & Procurement
GLSHK powers Cathay Cargo’s One Record links with forwarders in day-to-day usage
Global Logistics System Hong Kong (GLSHK) is an International Air Transport Association (IATA) strategic partner and has taken an advisory role in setting up the foundation and standards of the IATA ONE Record protocol for its customers. Recently, it enabled one of these, Cathay Cargo, to become the first carrier to start using ONE Record protocols in day-to-day usage with select forwarders on the Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong, enabling them to exchange electronic air waybill (eAWB) and … [Read more...] about GLSHK powers Cathay Cargo’s One Record links with forwarders in day-to-day usage
Looking back to 2024: Lufthansa Cargo’s most important measures for CO2 reduction
Responsible action is the basis of Lufthansa Cargo's business activities. The cargo airline focuses on quality, safety and reliability in airfreight transportation to enable global business in the most sustainable way possible. “We want to take responsibility and drive forward our ambitious climate targets,” says Nicole Mies, Head of Communications & Corporate Social Responsibility at Lufthansa Cargo. ”In 2024, together with our customers, partners and the scientific community, we have … [Read more...] about Looking back to 2024: Lufthansa Cargo’s most important measures for CO2 reduction
