Logistics

Optimised global trade routes seen as vital for the pharma industry

News Desk 2 30/07/2024 0

Sector expert issues new call for action According to Hari Chereddi, CEO of HRV Global LifeSciences, ongoing disruptions in the global supply chain involving transport and logistics, exacerbated by the recent CrowdStrike outage and heatwaves across continents, underscore the critical importance

Logistics

Aid delivery to Gaza shifts to land route from Ashdod Port

News Desk 2 19/07/2024 0

US military ends temporary dock operation The US military’s temporary maritime operation to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza has successfully concluded. The operation, which utilised a temporary dock known as Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore, completed its mission efficiently and effectively. In a statement, US Deputy Commander Brad Cooper confirmed that future aid

Aviation Logistics

Silk Way Airlines airlifts 2 Beluga whales from Ukraine to Spain

News Desk 2 19/07/2024 0

Involving complex logistics mission Silk Way Airlines has successfully transported two Beluga whales from Ukraine to their new sanctuary in Spain. This challenging mission, executed under adverse conditions such as the ongoing military conflict in Ukraine, underscores the Baku, Azerbaijan-headquartered airline’s commitment to animal welfare and proficiency in

Aviation Logistics

Trade expansion boosts global air cargo demand in May 2024

Arnold Pinto 03/07/2024 0

Africa emerged as the strongest performer The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported robust growth in global air cargo demand for May 2024, marking the sixth consecutive month of double-digit year-on-year expansion. According to the latest data released by IATA, demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTKs), surged by 14.7% compared to May 2023,

Logistics Transport

Dubai RTA signs pact to transform Dubai’s commercial transport sector

News Desk 2 03/07/2024 0

Incorporating a new digital platform Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has partnered with Trukker Technologies, a Dubai-based logistics and transportation company, to launch a digital platform to boost the efficiency and accessibility of commercial transport options in Dubai emirate. The digital platform will be a centralised hub connecting transportation companies

Business Logistics

Hellmann Calipar Healthcare Logistics Opens Distribution Centre In Dubai

Arnold Pinto 08/06/2024 0

Targeting The Healthcare Logistics Sector In a significant development for the healthcare logistics sector, Hellmann Calipar Healthcare Logistics (HCHL) has inaugurated its new distribution centre in Dubai emirate in the United Arab Emirates. The cutting-edge facility, dedicated to serving the needs of global medical device company Boston Scientific in emerging markets, is

Logistics Markets

DP World Invests €130 Million In Romania

News Desk 2 17/05/2024 0

3 Logistics Sites Set To Go Online DP World unveiled three maritime logistics sites across Romania on May 15, 2024, ushering in a new era of economic prosperity and connectivity. Located in Constanta, the Black Sea’s most prized jewel and the region’s largest container port, DP World’s recent investments are set to transform maritime logistics. […]

Logistics Sport

DHL Marks 20-Year Milestone As F1’s Logistics Partner

News Desk 2 14/05/2024 0

Logistics Firm Aims To Go Net-Zero By 2025 DHL commemorates its 20-year partnership with Formula 1 as the sport’s Official Logistics Partner. This renewal of vows, signed in February 2024, reaffirms DHL’s pivotal role in the seamless execution of worldwide FIA Formula 1 World Championship events. With a legacy of four decades in motorsports logistics, […]

Business Logistics

DP World Registers $5.18 Billion EBITDA In 2023

Arnold Pinto 26/03/2024 0

Company Maintains A Prudent Financial Policy Dubai-based DP World has unveiled its robust financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023, defying challenging geopolitical complexities and economic headwinds. The company’s strategic focus on high-margin cargo and integrated supply chain solutions has proven pivotal in achieving commendable outcomes. In

Aviation Logistics

Lufthansa Cargo Extends IATA CargoIS Agreement

News Desk 1 25/03/2024 0

Relationship Spans Over A Decade The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has officially confirmed that Lufthansa Cargo will continue its longstanding partnership, extending and broadening the scope of its use of CargoIS for air cargo intelligence needs. This marks a significant continuation of a relationship that has already spanned over a decade, reflecting a

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Cathay Cargo expands its digital integration programme

News Desk 1 28/02/2024 0

Carrier enhances its freight booking experience Cathay Cargo, a global leader in cargo services, has taken a significant step in its digitalisation journey by unveiling a groundbreaking Application Programming Interface (API) connection for DB Schenker’s agents. This API provides seamless access to Cathay Cargo’s Click & Ship booking platform, allowing DB

Business Logistics UAE

DP World’s Bharat Mart to facilitate Indian exports

Arnold Pinto 21/02/2024 0

New marketplace is located in Jebel Ali Free Zone Bharat Mart, a cutting-edge Dubai marketplace slated to open its doors in 2026, is poised to provide a world-class trading platform for Indian manufacturers and exporters to access global markets via Dubai. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of […]

Logistics Aviation

Global air cargo demand up 8.3% in November 2023

Arnold Pinto 16/01/2024 0

Middle Eastern carriers post 13.5% YoY rise in cargo volumes Global air cargo demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTKs), increased by 8.3% in November 2023 compared to November 2022, according to newly released data issued by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). For international operations, demand growth was 8.1%. Middle Eastern

Logistics UAE

Ford and DB Schenker break ground for parts distribution centre at Dubai Logistics District

Arnold Pinto 13/01/2024 0

41,792-sqm facility to be operational in January 2025 Ford Motor Company and DB Schenker, a leading logistics provider, have jointly broken ground on a Ford Parts Distribution Centre (PDC) at Dubai Logistics District, part of Dubai World Central. The 41,792-sqm facility is set to commence operations in January 2025 by serving as a consolidated storage […]

Logistics

Hong Kong International Airport to get new UPS logistics facility

Arnold Pinto 15/12/2023 0

Fully automated hub to be complete by 2028 UPS, the global logistics service provider, and the Hong Kong Airport Authority have ratified an agreement to set up a new airfreight hub at Hong Kong International Airport. Located near the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, the logistics hub will be UPS Hong Kong’s main facility to process and […]

Logistics Tech

Emission-free robot makes Christmas deliveries in Helsinki 

Arnold Pinto 11/12/2023 0

HeRo robot delivers parcels to customers’ doors in an hour Helsinki City’s innovation company, Forum Virium Helsinki, has begun evaluating an autonomous robot to smoothen last-mile deliveries, given that the growing logistics industry increasingly relies on automation and emissions reduction in deliveries to customers. The cute-looking emission-free robot, HeRo (short for

Logistics Business

Global air cargo demand rises 3.8% in October 2023

Arnold Pinto 07/12/2023 0

Middle Eastern carriers record the strongest regional performance International air cargo demand – measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTKs) – rose 3.8% in October 2023 compared to October 2022, indicating the third consecutive month of stronger year-on-year demand, according to the latest data released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Logistics Gitex

Savoye highlights 3-in-1 Odatio solution at GITEX Global 2023

Arnold Pinto 26/10/2023 0

Pharma, retail and e-commerce see exponential growth in ME Savoye, the Dijon, France-headquartered provider of end-to-end custom advanced software and technological solutions for the global supply chain industry, showcased Odatio, its innovative, scalable, and tailor-made supply chain execution management software solution for WMS (Warehouse Management System), TMS

Logistics Events GCC UAE

New global logistics trade show to be held in Dubai in 2024

Arnold Pinto 09/10/2023 0

The new showcase will run alongside Automechanika Dubai 2024 Messe Frankfurt Middle East will organise a new global logistics trade show from December 10-12, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) to capitalise on the UAE’s strategic geographic location as a prime global trade and commerce facilitator. The three-day platform will highlight supply chain, […]

Logistics Business

Ajex Logistics expands operations to the United States market

News Desk 1 25/09/2023

Ajecx Logistics Services, the Saudi-headquartered Middle East specialist in express distribution and shipping solutions, has announced its expansion into the United States market. This strategic move represents a significant milestone in the company’s global initiative to foster connectivity between Saudi Arabia and the world. Ajex’s presence in the U.S. will