The German-Austrian Brummer Group is now wholly owned by Dachser and has become a part of Dachser’s European network for the transport and storage of temperature-controlled food. This marks the beginning of Brummer’s full integration into the Dachser network. Customers will benefit from uniform quality standards. In April, to expand its own European food logistics network to cover Austria and neighbouring countries, Dachser announced its intention to acquire Brummer, one of Central Europe’s … [Read more...] about Dachser completes acquisition of Brummer
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T’Way Air launches four new European destinations, Tamex to handle cargo sales and management
As part of its expanded schedule, T’Way Air is launching four new European destinations: Barcelona (BCN), Frankfurt (FRA), Rome (FCO), and Paris (CDG) in 2024. Cargo sales and management will be handled by Global GSA Tamex. In August, two new European routes will be launching. Incheon to Rome will be operating 3 times a week(D247) while Incheon to Paris will operate four times a week(D1356). This route addresses increasing demand and marks the opening of Tamex 's passenger belly network in … [Read more...] about T’Way Air launches four new European destinations, Tamex to handle cargo sales and management
Miami International Airport earns global accreditation for reducing carbon emissions
Airports Council International (ACI) announced last week that Miami International Airport has earned the agency’s Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA), which recognises MIA’s verified dedication to reducing greenhouse gas emissions within its operational control and its commitment to expanding its climate goals and reduction targets. MIA will receive its accreditation certificate on September 9 at the 2024 ACI-North American Annual Conference and Exhibition in Grand Rapids, Michigan. MIA is one … [Read more...] about Miami International Airport earns global accreditation for reducing carbon emissions
June air cargo demand surges 14.1%, boosting strong first half performance, says IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand. This contributed to an exceptional first half-year performance for air cargo, with volumes exceeding 2023, 2022, and even the record-breaking 2021 levels. • Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), rose by 14.1% compared to June 2023 levels (15.6% for international operations). This is the seventh consecutive month of … [Read more...] about June air cargo demand surges 14.1%, boosting strong first half performance, says IATA
Kuehne+Nagel and Mercedes-Benz boost sustainable air freight with aviation fuel innovation
As a long-standing airfreight partner of Mercedes-Benz, Kuehne+Nagel has also been supporting Mercedes-Benz's logistics chains to the USA since 2019, for example for the plant in Alabama. For over a year, sustainable fuels have been used in this strategic partnership in transport logistics. Sustainable aviation fuel is used for the vehicle manufacturer's air freight transport, thus, actively supporting Mercedes-Benz in decarbonising their supply chain. Thanks to the use of SAF, Mercedes-Benz … [Read more...] about Kuehne+Nagel and Mercedes-Benz boost sustainable air freight with aviation fuel innovation
New Boeing 747 Freighter service to enhance connectivity between Amsterdam and Hong Kong
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) is proud to announce the launch of new Boeing 747-400ERF or BCF freighter service, operated by Martinair, from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Hong Kong (HKG) via Dubai (DWC). After an absence of almost nine years, KLM/Martinair freighters will return to HKG with a new service, enhancing our cargo operations and offering our global customers greater flexibility and capacity. The inaugural flight is scheduled to depart on 19 September 2024. The service … [Read more...] about New Boeing 747 Freighter service to enhance connectivity between Amsterdam and Hong Kong