Effective 1 March 2025, Charlotte Elpers will assume the role of Vice President Worldwide Operations at KLM Cargo, succeeding Koen Bolster. As VP Worldwide Operations Cargo, Charlotte will oversee KLM’s global cargo operations, bringing nearly two decades of leadership experience within the KLM Group to the position. Koen Bolster will transition to his new role as Executive Vice President Hub Operations at KLM on 1 February 2025. Charlotte Elpers is a dynamic leader with extensive operational … [Read more...] about Charlotte Elpers appointed VP Worldwide Operations KLM Cargo
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Dutch innovation: KLM introduces cargo seat bags
Whatever you call it nowadays, cargo-only passenger flights are increasingly being operated by airlines now as a means to adapt to a new normal. Dutch airline KLM is no exception. The carrier has responded to the pandemic by operating cargo in cabin (CIC) flights with medical goods and PPE material secured with plastic sheeting and straps on seats. Initially it used three B747 combis, which have been retired since then, and is now utilising its triple sevens. “Initially, these flights (more … [Read more...] about Dutch innovation: KLM introduces cargo seat bags
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo unleashes free app for co-loading cargo
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo has introduced a new app for airfreight and warehouse folks that can be used for cargo co-loading segregation checks. Available to users for free, Cargo Toolbox now includes the co-loading instructions app, which uses machine learning to recognise symbols, making it easier for cargo staff to co-load and segregate shipments according to IATA’s standards. “In this way, KLM Cargo hopes to improve safety throughout the cargo chain, addressing key compliance and … [Read more...] about Air France KLM Martinair Cargo unleashes free app for co-loading cargo
KLM Cargo transports Dutch masterpieces to Amsterdam
KLM Cargo had transported works by Dutch masters from St Petersburg to Amsterdam. Secure transport will be on hand at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to bring the works to the Hermitage Museum in Amsterdam on 29 September. The works, including Rembrandt’s “Young Woman with Earrings”, will be on show at the exhibition “Dutch Masters from the Hermitage. Treasures of the Tsars”. KLM Cargo was entrusted with a number of the masterpieces that will be on show at the Hermitage Amsterdam from 7 … [Read more...] about KLM Cargo transports Dutch masterpieces to Amsterdam
KLM Cargo’s new and innovative sorting system
KLM Cargo has officially launched a new and innovative sorting system that can handle more than 2,000 items per hour, bound for more than 70 destinations. The system was built in cooperation with Lödige Industries and Vanderlande. The innovative sorter allows for faster handling of all post, express and pharmaceutical consignments. Bertholt Leeftink, director - general Enterprise and Innovation of the ministry of Economic Affairs and Kajsa Ollongren, alderman of the municipality of … [Read more...] about KLM Cargo’s new and innovative sorting system
Smart Cargo programme sparks innovation, Schiphol calls for project ideas
Program to reinforceSchiphol as a smart hub gains momentum, with University and Government backing, a successful pilot scheme leading to new services, and new backing from partner Fresco Flowers Schiphol Cargo will back further projects as part of its Smart Cargo Mainport Program, aimed at finding innovative schemes to improve cargo flow through the Amsterdam hub, underpinned by transparent data exchange. The programme which has a steering committee including Schiphol Cargo as Chair, KLM … [Read more...] about Smart Cargo programme sparks innovation, Schiphol calls for project ideas
