Cathay Pacific and Lufthansa Cargo are looking to offer more flexibility and savings for shipments between Hong Kong and Europe as they welcomed Swiss WorldCargo into the airlines’ joint business agreement. The entry of Swiss WorldCargo builds on a deal signed in 2016 between the two airlines on sales, pricing, contracts, and the handling of shipments between Hong Kong and Europe. Under the new agreement, Cathay Pacific, Lufthansa Cargo, and Swiss WorldCargo will work closely together on … [Read more...] about Cathay and Lufthansa adds Swiss to joint cargo deal
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Envirotainer’s Releye RAP takes maiden flight with Swiss
The first commercial shipment using Envirotainer’s new Releye® RAP container was successfully completed with Swiss WorldCargo handling the consignment. The shipment, composed of three Releye RAP units and two RAP e2 units, started in Basel in Switzerland and landed at New York JFK in the US. Also read: Envirotainer opens service station in Guangzhou The shipper was a global acting Swiss pharmaceutical company, with the transportation successfully going as planned with the help of live … [Read more...] about Envirotainer’s Releye RAP takes maiden flight with Swiss
WFS wins Lufthansa and Swiss WorldCargo contracts in Johannesburg
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has expanded its cargo handling operation at Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) to accommodate new contracts with Lufthansa and Swiss WorldCargo, a press release confirmed. WFS expects to handle 23,000 tonnes per annum for the two airlines, which have both signed three-year handling agreements starting 1 September. Lufthansa uses both Airbus A380 and B747-800 aircraft between Johannesburg and Frankfurt, whilst Swiss WorldCargo’s flights to … [Read more...] about WFS wins Lufthansa and Swiss WorldCargo contracts in Johannesburg
Swiss WorldCargo delivers other types of cabin cargo for select routes
Swiss WorldCargo announced the inclusion of general cargo on select charter flights beyond the usual medical and personal protective equipment allowed in passenger cabins, according to a press release. In addition to diagnostic instruments, facemasks and surgical gloves, Swiss Airlines’ cargo unit can now fill passenger cabins with fashion apparel, garments and fabrics, glassware, perishables, printing materials, machinery, electronic parts, aircraft parts, flowers, pharmaceuticals and spare … [Read more...] about Swiss WorldCargo delivers other types of cabin cargo for select routes
Emirates SkyCargo Switzerland appoints new Cargo Manager
Emirates SkyCargo has appointed David Harman to the key position of Cargo Manager for Switzerland. Based in Zurich, Harman will be responsible for overseeing all operational and commercial aspects for the freight division of Emirates in the country. With over 30 years of international aviation and cargo experience, David Harman brings valuable knowledge and skills to his new role. He has previously worked as Vice President for dnata Ground and Cargo Handling in Zurich and held various positions … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo Switzerland appoints new Cargo Manager
Swiss WorldCargo offers real-time visibility for sensitive shipments
Moving to meet the need for timely information and transparency in supply chain logistics, Swiss WorldCargo now allows the transportation of SWISS-approved active tracking devices (ATDs) as of November 2016. Additionally, Swiss WorldCargo provides a 24/7 dedicated intervention team able to react to any deviation worldwide based on ATD data. "This service is unique to Swiss WorldCargo customers as it offers the transparency of real-time information and an intervention team which can influence … [Read more...] about Swiss WorldCargo offers real-time visibility for sensitive shipments