A “paperless' lane for air freight between Germany and Hong Kong has successfully been established by Lufthansa following the first few weeks of trials which resulted to 100 percent of general cargo shipments processed digitally. 100 percent means not only the electronic air waybill, but also accompanying documents and paper pouches. This is the first of its kind in the air corridor between Europe and Asia, according to Lufthansa Cargo and Kuehne+Nagel, who are moving jointly forward in … [Read more...] about Here’s ‘paperless’ way to ship for Europe-Asia by air
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Kuehne+Nagel inks deal with India’s leading MRO
Kuehne+Nagel signed a 3-year logistics service contract on 6 March with GMR Aero Technic, a subsidiary of GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited. The logistics integrator will provide inbound and outbound international air logistics services and round-the-clock AOG support for its long-time partner GMR Aero Technic. The two have been partners over the last few years over aircraft maintenance solutions. GMR Aero Technic has been upgrading its capabilities and expanding its … [Read more...] about Kuehne+Nagel inks deal with India’s leading MRO
Apex Logistics welcomes last Queen freighter
Apex Logistics International is set to offer air cargo capacity on the last 747-8 freighter to come out of a Boeing production facility as part of a long-term charter agreement with Atlas Air. Parent company Kuehne+Nagel said the last ‘Queen of the Sky’ will be deployed on transpacific routes to strengthen intra-Asia connectivity. The delivery of the last Boeing 747-8F, under the name ‘Empower.’ was presented to the public during an official ceremony at Boeing’s Everett facility in … [Read more...] about Apex Logistics welcomes last Queen freighter
Kuehne+Nagel offers SAF option with Lenovo
Kuehne+Nagel has teamed up with computer maker Lenovo to support customers in reducing their carbon footprint while shipping air freight regardless of the lane or airline. Lenovo customers can now ship IT equipment and devices by air with sustainable aviation fuel or SAF through a purchase add-on. Kuehne Nagel believes SAF, produced from sustainable feedstocks that when used reduces greenhouse gas emissions, is currently the most effective measure to significantly reduce the environmental … [Read more...] about Kuehne+Nagel offers SAF option with Lenovo
K+N rolls out air freight standard service for semicon
With the increasing need for semiconductors and the growing pressure on manufacturing to deliver a faultless supply chain, Kuehne+Nagel has launched a new air freight service to approach the unique requirements of global semiconductor supply chains. The integrator noted that the new air freight service will support its customers with improved visibility, security, reduced risks and automated processes. The offering is based on the ‘SemiconChain’ quality standard that guarantees process … [Read more...] about K+N rolls out air freight standard service for semicon
Kuehne+Nagel welcomes B747-8F from Atlas Air
Kuehne+Nagel is glad to welcome its first Boeing 747-8 freighter complete with company livery as part of a long-term charter agreement with Atlas Air. The Swiss transport and logistics provider is expanding its air freight network by chartering the entire capacity of the very last two 747-8F aircraft produced. The aircraft is one-half of the last two ‘Queen’ freighters to come out of a Boeing facility. Kuehne+Nagel said the 747-8F aircraft will be used on transpacific routes and the service … [Read more...] about Kuehne+Nagel welcomes B747-8F from Atlas Air