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MASkargo invests in Unisys' logistics optimisation technology
Malaysian cargo airline MASkargo, officially MAB Kargo (Malaysia Airlines Berhad Cargo), will use Unisys' logistics optimisation technology to improve its operational efficiency, capacity utilisation and service delivery.Unisys said its logistics optimisation technology is designed to "turn complex data into strategic insights by leveraging diverse computing methods and pre-trained AI models ...
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NewsUK to launch drone delivery trials with Amazon
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has selected six projects to test drone use in deliveries, inspections of infrastructure, emergency services and flights to remote locations. The delivery project selected is that of Amazon Prime Air, which is testing the use of drones to deliver packages to homes. The CAA said ...
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NewsDB Schenker expands digital booking capability with cargo.one partnership
Credit: DB Schenker/Michael NeuhausDB Schenker has expanded the number of airlines it has digital connectivity to for online bookings through a new partnership with cargo.one.The forwarder has in recent months been creating API connections with a series of its airline partners as it looks to create efficiencies in the booking ...
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NewsKale Logistics hires chief innovation officer
Sanjeev Madavi, chief innovation officer, Kale Logistics Solutions. Photo: Kale LogisticsKale Logistics has appointed Sanjeev Madavi as its new chief innovation officer to focus on introducing value-added services.In his new role, Madavi will lead Kale's continued expansion into multi-modal community platforms, aiming to enhance and develop new services that complement ...
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New booking portal Octoloop welcomes Qatar Cargo for India
Qatar Airways Cargo will begin offering online booking in India through the Octoloop portal developed by CargoFlash.The new booking platform, which will officially launch on August 15, provides forwarders with access to real-time rates, instant confirmation, online booking and "revenue enhancement options".Initially, Qatar Cargo bookings will be available for flights ...
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CargoAi adds quotation tool
CargoAi has added a new tool to its booking portal that allows forwarders to create real-time quotations for customers.The Shipper Quotation Module will "significantly" reduce "the back-and-forth routine between procurement and sales teams" the software firm claimed.It works by enabling forwarders to generate quotes in retail time in response to ...
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NewsAir Europa Cargo adds capacity to cargo.one
Photo: cargo.oneAir Europa Cargo has placed its capacity on digital air cargo booking platform cargo.one to offer freight forwarders improved access to capacities connecting Europe and the Americas.From late summer, freight forwarders in selected cargo.one markets throughout EMEA and Latin America can book Air Europa Cargo capacity for general cargo, ...
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Qatar Cargo adds online allotment booking
Qatar Cargo has expanded its digital offering by adding a new feature that allows forwarders to book their allotments through its online booking portal.The development means that customers using the cargo airline's Digital Lounge system will be able to directly book allotments and gain instant confirmation of their bookings.Until now, ...
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AA Cargo makes domestic network freight capacity available on cargo.one
American Airlines Cargo and cargo.one have extended their partnership to bring all of the US carrier’s domestic freight capacity to the latter’s digital air cargo booking platform.US forwarders using the cargo.one platform now have improved digital access to American’s domestic network, which spans more than 115 US destinations, being able ...
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NewsMenzies opts for CHAMP Cargosystems’ Traxon technology
Dirk Thorwith, CHAMP (L) and Rory Fidler, Menzies AviationSource: CHAMPGround handler Menzies Aviation has chosen CHAMP Cargosystems’ Traxon Global Customs (TGC) solution to provide a standard platform to deliver its customs fulfilment processes.TGS helps with the processing of import, export and transit controls. It will be embedded and integrated into ...
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SIA and IBS Software collaborate on shipment record solution
Singapore Airlines (SIA) and India-based IBS Software have announced a milestone in their quest to jointly develop a shipment record solution.The hope is to advance towards IATA’s ONE Record standards through the digitisation of shipment records and usage of technology.The two companies have announced that – working in conjunction with ...
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NewsGeorgi upgrades to Hermes cargo management technology
Benjamin Weil. Photo: Georgi GroupHermes Logistics Technologies (HLT) has rolled out its latest cargo management system (CMS) for the Georgi Group in Frankfurt.The German logistics and road feeder services specialist signed a contract with HLT in May to replace an existing CMS at its cargo handling facilities at Frankfurt and ...
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Air cargo in recovery mode after Crowdstrike IT outage
Air cargo operations are returning to normal with limited delays expected following the chaos caused by the recent global IT malfunction.The Microsoft IT outage, which saw many air cargo operations go down after computer systems failed at airlines and airports worldwide, was triggered by a software update from cyber security ...
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NewsGlobal IT outage hits air cargo operations
Air cargo operations have been impacted by the IT disruption that has seen computer systems malfunction at airlines and airports worldwide.The disruption is understood to have been caused by a Microsoft IT outage triggered by a software update from cyber security company Crowdstrike.In Europe, cargo hub Amsterdam Airport Schiphol confirmed ...
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NewsAir Cargo News Awards finalists revealed!
Air Cargo News is delighted to reveal the finalists for this year's Air Cargo News Awards.The team of 10 independent judges analysed more than 70 entries across nine awards to narrow down a shortlist of 38 companies.The winners will be honoured by Air Cargo News and the wider air cargo ...
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MASkargo signs up for CargoAi's CargoWALLET
MASkargo will place its capacity on CargoAi's online booking portal and also offer payment for bookings through the technology firm's CargoWALLET payment solution.CargoWALLET’s capabilities include instant payment processing with a variety of preferred payment methods, such as local transfers and credit card payments.This removes the reliance on cash payments and ...
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WebCargo makes insurance a breeze with new integration
Online air cargo booking portal WebCargo by Freightos has integrated digital insurance service Breeze onto the platform.The integration will give WebCargo's forwarder users the option of adding insurance when they make a booking."With this collaboration, freight forwarders will have instant access to an insurance quote when they place a booking, ...
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Air India rolls out digital operations with IBS Software
Air India will use IBS Software’s iCargo solution to help it digitalise its air cargo operations and end-to-end cargo management.IBS Software’s fully integrated iCargo solution is designed to enable airlines to streamline operations through seamless integration of numerous cargo operations, including sales and billing, within a single, integrated platform.Nipun Aggarwal, ...
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Caribbean Airlines Cargo signs up for new CHAMP Cargospot tools
Caribbean Airlines Cargo has adopted CHAMP’s Cargospot Mobile and Cargospot Quotes with the aim of driving efficiency and growth within its business.The airline is already using CHAMP's Cargospot suite for cargo management processes, but has now signed multi-year contracts for Cargospot Mobile and Cargospot Quotes.Cargospot Mobile will equip Caribbean Airlines ...
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Coyne Airways scores WebCargo first with DG cargo option
Coyne Airways has become the first carrier to offer dangerous goods bookings through WebCargo after adding its capacity to the portal.The carrier offers services to Africa, the Gulf, and the Caspian regions and has carried around 300,000 tons of air cargo since it was established in 1994 by Larry Coyne.Third-party ...