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Geodis launches cost-efficient US–Europe shipment service
Geodis has launched a service that enables intercontinental e-commerce deliveries at a low cost.The MyParcel service will enable small packages to shipped from the US to end consumers in 27 European countries within four to six days.MyParcel includes validation of delivery addresses and merchandise HS codes, a tax and customs ...
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CSafe Global expands in Taiwan
Temperature-controlled container manufacturer CSafe Global has opened a new hub in Taipei, Taiwan.The new 2,500 sq ft facility will serve Taiwan’s growing biotech and pharmaceutical sectors by enabling "consistent, easy access" to its CSafe RKN and RAP cold chain containers.Tom Weir, chief operating officer at CSafe Global, commented: “We’ve been ...
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Azul's domestic e-commerce operations push up revenues
Brazilian carrier Azul is celebrating 11 years of operations and has said that despite the coronavirus pandemic this year, it has seen growth in some areas of the business.In the first quarter of 2020, Azul Cargo Express's revenues were 36% higher than in the same period of 2019.The company said ...
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Envirotainer opens container station in Beijing
Pharma container firm Envirotainer is expanding its presence in China with the addition of a station in Beijing.The Beijing station will house Envirotainer's containers, the RKN e1 and RAP e2, and will enable the company to support the rapidly growing Chinese pharma export market.Envirotainer's Beijing station is the 35th to ...
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Alibaba set to increase stake in YTO?
Chinese e-commerce logistics giant Alibaba is reportedly in talks to ramp up its shareholding in express delivery firm YTO.According to a Reuters report, Alibaba is looking to become the largest shareholder in YTO, boosting its holding from 10% with additional stake up to 30%.The news agency — quoting two unnamed ...
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NewsAFKLMP creates vaccine shipment taskforce
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) has formed a taskforce to define the steps needed to help ship Covid-19 vaccines.Working in close consultation with the pharma industry and related forwarders, the airline has assessed specific requirements for shipping Covid-19 vaccines when they become available.It has adapted its operation in terms ...
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Neutral Air Partner partners with Bridges Worldwide to deliver express solutions
Freight networking group Neutral Air Partner (NAP) is working with Bridges Worldwide to provide international express and courier linehaul solutions.The strategic partnership between the companies will provide NAP members with a platform of neutral linehaul solutions and block space agreements (BSA) on scheduled freighter services and commercial airlines for express ...
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NewsSoftbox donates thermal covers to enable pharma delivery to Africa
Temperature-controlled packaging firm Softbox has donated thermal covers to help facilitate the delivery of medicines to the Democratic Republic of Congo.The medicines, which were sent by the charity International Health Partners (IHP), were covered with Softbox's 'Silverskin' thermally insulating pallet covers.Softbox said the shipments of essential health packs each included ...
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NewsLufthansa Cargo expands pharma operations with two new facilities
L to R: Johannes Zinkl, Ola Hansson,Harald Gloy, Jost Lammers,Lufthansa Cargo has expanded its pharma operations with the opening of a new hub in Munich and another in Chicago.The new Lufthansa Cargo Pharma Hub Munich at the city's airport offers space for up to 96 pallets and loose cargo at ...
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Survey: Are air cargo supply chains ready for a Covid-19 vaccine?
It is only and matter of time until a vaccine is found for Covid-19 and when it is ready for distribution, the air cargo industry will once again spring into action.But how ready is the industry to transport millions of doses of the vaccine to all corners of the world?Air ...
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Intradco Global shows 'pigs can fly' with delivery to China
Intradco Global has successfully flown three planeloads of breeding pigs from Europe to China.The animals were flown on three of Intradco Global's Ilyushin Il-76TD-90VD aircraft, which feature custom-built crates and watering systems.The pigs flew from London's Stansted airport to Denmark for a full inspection and quarantine before continuing their journey ...
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Air China Cargo and Cainiao increase operations at Liege
Air China Cargo and Cainiao, the logistics division of Alibaba Group, have created a new e-commerce freighter service to enable faster delivery times between China and Europe.Three flights will be operated each week from Hangzhou to Liege, with Madrid as a final destination, utilising B777F capacity.Cainiao has established an eHub ...
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Saudia Cargo adds Shanghai to freighter network
Saudia Cargo has expanded its freighter network with two flights per week to Shanghai.The airline will utilise a B777F with 95 tons of capacity to fly between the Chinese city and Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport and Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport on Saturdays and Tuesdays.Saudia Cargo said the move ...
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Saudia Cargo uses cool dollies for pharma shipments
Saudia Cargo has enhanced its handling capabilities for pharma shipments with the addition of cool dollies to its supply chain.The carrier is now transporting all pharma shipments to and from aircraft in cool dollies — at a cost of $75, which it said is automatically applied to master air waybills ...
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Air Canada Cargo signs up to combat illegal wildlife trafficking
Air Canada Cargo has become the latest airline to sign up to the United for Wildlife (UFW) Buckingham Palace Declaration that aims to combat the illegal trade in wildlife.By signing up to the declaration, companies aim to increase passenger, customer, client, and staff awareness about the nature, scale, and consequences ...
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NewsAtran expands China freighter network to cater for e-commerce demand
Atran Airlines B737Russia-based Atran Airlines has added a new weekly freighter call in China as it looks to capitalise on growing e-commerce demand.The Volga-Dnepr Group-owned airline has added a weekly service between its hub at Vnukovo International Airport in Moscow and Shijiazhuang, which will utilise its two freighter types: B737-400SF ...
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Emirates SkyCargo creates emergency air bridge to deliver aid in Beirut
Emirates SkyCargo has created an air bridge between Dubai and Lebanon to enable it to provide rapid humanitarian relief, on 50 dedicated flights, following the deadly blast in Beirut.Emirates has already been supporting disaster relief efforts in Lebanon through the dispatch of several charter flights carrying food, clothing and medical ...
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ONT achieves growth in cargo volumes for five consecutive months
Ontario International Airport (ONT) in California, US, saw its airfreight volumes increase in July, while the coronavirus pandemic continued to take its toll on passenger traffic.The hub handled 79,400 tonnes of cargo in July — a 27% year-on-year increase on the same period last year.In addition, in the first seven ...
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NewsAirBridgeCargo transports 1,000 boxes of yellow fever vaccines
AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) has successfully transported a shipment of yellow fever vaccinations from Moscow Sheremetyevo International Airport in Russia to Frankfurt in Germany.Movement of the 36-tonne shipment — which was comprised of more than 1,000 boxes — was organised by UNICEF in partnership with DSV.When the vaccines arrived in Frankfurt, ...
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TIACA and Pharma.Aero partner to deliver guidance on vaccine transportation
TIACA and Pharma.Aero have teamed up to deliver guidance for the air cargo industry on the transportation of Covid-19 vaccines.Developed in four packages through a joint working group, the guidance will ensure feedback from all stakeholders in the supply chain of air cargo and pharmaceuticals.The working group will consist of ...