Airbus has launched a collaborative air freight initiative on 13 March at the IATA World Cargo Symposium in Hong Kong together with leading partners from the airline, logistics and handling sectors. The thought leadership platform, called OpenCargoLab, will include experts from CHAMP Cargosystems, Fraport, KLM Cargo, Kuehne+Nagel and Swissport, who will work on ‘digital, resource-saving concepts’ to enable more resilient and efficient airfreight processes. As part of the initiative, Airbus … [Read more...] about Airbus sets up OpenCargoLab
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Fits Cargo joins WebCargo by Freightos
Fits Cargo has partnered with e-booking solution and interline platform WebCargo by Freightos, as the airline looks to ignite its sales through digital channels. The Sri Lanka-based carrier has started offering capacity on WebCargo’s platform on popular lanes, including Chennai–Colombo, Colombo–Dubai and India, and selected destinations. Fits Cargo combines its own physical airline operation as well as interline agreements with over 160 airlines, and the collaboration allows it to extend … [Read more...] about Fits Cargo joins WebCargo by Freightos
dnata establishes ‘lithium batt-ready’ global network
Hong Kong saw dnata become the first ground services provider to gain full accreditation under IATA’s CEIV lithium battery certification programme across its global network of 11 stations. The latest certifications were for its operations in Singapore, Belgium, the UK, and UAE, which were awarded during a ceremony at the recent World Cargo Symposium in Hong Kong. dnata said the full accreditation provides a guarantee of quality, safety and consistency throughout its operations when it … [Read more...] about dnata establishes ‘lithium batt-ready’ global network
DoKaSch rolls out new solution for return catering
Dokasch has launched a special unit load device or ULD that is expected to improve the passenger experience for airlines during return trips. Together with launch partner Condor, who supported the development of the new solution, the German manufacturer has rolled out the new AKE LD3 “Dokasch Cater Cage.” The customisable design can take up to 12 half-size trolleys (or an equivalent mix of half- and full-size) plus additional catering boxes and oven racks to keep meals and food items fresh … [Read more...] about DoKaSch rolls out new solution for return catering
Hong Kong’s cargo handlers gain IEnvA certification
Hong Kong’s cargo handlers have taken another step towards their sustainability commitments as Cathay Cargo Terminal and Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (HACTL) gained their IATA Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) certification. The full certification, awarded during the recent the World Cargo Symposium held in Hong Kong, is considered the global aviation standard for environmental management, aligned with ISO standards and recognised by leading ESG agencies. Developed by … [Read more...] about Hong Kong’s cargo handlers gain IEnvA certification
Shanghai-based CTS opens first Mexican warehouse
Shanghai-headquartered CTS Global Supply Chain Solutions has been extending its network into Mexico for more than 3 years, and the company has recently opened its first full function warehouse in Mexico City. The company is looking to capture the opportunities amidst growing trade between Asia and Mexico, which has emerged as one of the top mobile automakers in the world, with rapid development in logistics infrastructure, The 170,000-sqft facility in Mexico City, which started operations … [Read more...] about Shanghai-based CTS opens first Mexican warehouse