On 30 November two decades ago, Deutsche Lufthansa AG pooled its cargo activities in a separate company. This was the birth of Lufthansa Cargo. Airfreight had always been an important business for Lufthansa and its predecessor companies. But the significance of its cargo activities surged when it created an independent company. Not only did it integrate the cargo business of Deutsche Lufthansa but the cargo flights formerly performed first by German Cargo and later by Lufthansa Cargo Airlines … [Read more...] about Lufthansa Cargo turns 20
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DHL Supply Chain to invest $173M in China
DHL Supply Chain (DSC) announced that it will commit a further EUR 113 million (US$173 million) in China as its strategy gains traction. This is on the back of EUR 105 million that was committed in 2013, bringing the total committed to EUR 218 million. The funds will support the expansion of its network across China and in particular, six additional logistics facilities scheduled for completion by 2020. The confirmed locations are Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Wuhan, Shenyang, Shenzhen and Shanghai … [Read more...] about DHL Supply Chain to invest $173M in China
Kuehne + Nagel opens Sydney logistics centre
Kuehne + Nagel has extended its logistics infrastructure in Greater Sydney to meet the growing demand for end-to-end logistics solutions. Placed in the quickly developing logistics hub area Eastern Creek, the facility is strategically located within short distance to the intersection of Sydney’s major motorways. Based on a built-to-suit concept, the new logistics centre offers 20,000 square metres of warehousing space with eight loading docks and levellers. Technical features include … [Read more...] about Kuehne + Nagel opens Sydney logistics centre
K+N to handle Audi VW logistics in Korea
Audi Volkswagen and Swiss global forwarder Kuehne + Nagel (K+N) have announced a three-year strategic partnership for the car manufacturers’ warehouse management and parts distribution in South Korea. Kuehne + Nagel will handle Audi Volkswagen spare parts for the after market in Korea, including receiving, picking & packing, handling of dangerous goods, shipping and national distribution to Audi Volkswagen dealers throughout the country. K+N is currently building a new … [Read more...] about K+N to handle Audi VW logistics in Korea
