UPS announced an expanded portfolio of services in Myanmar, introducing express delivery and contract logistics services that complement the air and ocean freight services launched in August last year. Customers can now leverage a full range of logistics solutions as Myanmar engages in increased levels of global trade. Jim O’Gara, president of South Asia District, UPS Asia Pacific Region, said: “UPS is excited to be part of the economic transformation in Myanmar as the market … [Read more...] about UPS expands operations in Myanmar
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Nippon express opens subsidiary in Myanmar
Japanese freight forwarding and logistics firm Nippon Express has opened a subsidiary business in Myanmar. Nippon Express first made inroads in the isolated Southeast Asian country with a branch office in July 2012. … [Read more...] about Nippon express opens subsidiary in Myanmar
UPS offers Myanmar freight forwarding services
UPS now offers inbound and outbound air and ocean freight services in Myanmar. Global customers trading to and from this emerging market will have access to UPS's extensive supply chain technologies and services, which initially will include UPS Air Freight Direct, UPS Air Freight Consolidated, Full Container Load and Less-than Container Load services. "UPS works closely with our customers and they have expressed a need for reliable freight services from Myanmar that will connect them to … [Read more...] about UPS offers Myanmar freight forwarding services
ANA backs out of Asian Wings stake
Japan's All Nippon Airways (ANA) has dropped its plan to buy a 49 per cent stake in Myanmar airline, Asian Wings Airways, blaming "intensified'' competition in the country as it quickly emerges from years of economic isolation. Asian Wings operates an A321-100 and three ATR72-500s on scheduled flights throughout Myanmar, as well as to neighbouring Thailand. “Competition between new and old airlines in Myanmar has intensified, bringing rapid changes in the external … [Read more...] about ANA backs out of Asian Wings stake
Cebu Pacific, Tiger Phils set sights on Myanmar
Philippine-based budget carrier Cebu Pacific and unit Tiger Airways Philippines are seeking approval from the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) to launch flights to Myanmar. Cebu Pacific is seeking 1,260 weekly seats for flights between Manila and Yangon, while Tigerair Philippines has filed a separate application with CAB seeking 1,260 weekly seats for the route. Cebu Pacific is now seeking government approval after getting the nod of the CAB for the US$15 million 100% … [Read more...] about Cebu Pacific, Tiger Phils set sights on Myanmar
