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Forwarder Murphy Global Logistics adopts blockchain technology
Commodity forwarder Murphy Global Logistics has implemented bloc chain technology to improve visibility of cargo as it moves through the supply chain.The forwarder is using a blockchain-as-a-service platform from Houston-based GumboNet to "streamline smart contracts for the oil and gas industry".David Johns, president of Murphy Global Logistics, said: “We manage ...
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New funds available to help UK companies prepare for post-Brexit customs declarations
Ahead of the UK leaving the European Union, the country's government yesterday revealed a new fund for businesses to train staff in making customs declarations, and to help businesses who support others to trade goods to invest in IT.Logisitics IT firm Albacore, which is offering assistance in the grant application ...
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New charter broker training course launched for the cargo market
The Albion Broker Institute (ABI) has launched a masterclass in cargo brokerage training programme.The training will consist of eight modules that will explore various areas of the cargo brokerage market.These include: an introduction to cargo aircraft brokerage, an introduction to the different types of cargo charter aircraft, an overview of ...
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NewsKorean Air Cargo boosts Southeast Asia network as companies shift production
Korean Air Boeing 777 FreighterKorean Air Cargo has over the last few months made changes to its freighter network to mirror a shift in production sites to Southeast Asia.The airline said that in May it had re-launched cargo flights to Manila and in August it added services to Bangkok.Both flights ...
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NewsGlobe Air Cargo Turkey signs exclusivity contract with EgyptAir Cargo
Globe Air Cargo Turkey (GAC TR), a Turkish subsidiary of the ECS Group, has signed an exclusivity contract with EgyptAir Cargo. From September, GAC TR will market the airline's cargo.The exclusivity contract is a step forwards for GAC TR, which has been recognised by EgyptAir Cargo as a preferred sales ...
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NewsTheft from aircraft tops EMEA cargo crime stats for Q2
The theft of cash from the hold of an aircraft was the largest single cargo crime by value recorded in the Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) region during the second quarter of the year.The latest statistics from the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) show that thefts of products from ...
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Cargolux digitises booking process with new online tool
Cargolux airlines has launched a new online tool that enhances both the booking process and customer service for its clients.The innovative tool – which is part of Cargolux's plan to digitise quote-generation, booking and other areas of the business to meet clients' evolving needs – offers customers a "fast, seamless ...
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Schiphol reveals cargo volume decline in mid-year figures
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AAS) has revealed a 9.2% decrease in first-half cargo volumes compared with the same period in 2018 as freighter flights decline.Full-freighter cargo volumes at the slot constrained airport were down 16.4% and there was a decrease in full-freighter air transport movements (ATMs) by 14.4%.Meanwhile, belly cargo volumes ...
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NewsCHS Trade digitises in Bratislava with Hermes
CHS trade facility, BratislavaHermes Logistics Technologies (HLT) has helped Slovakia-based ground handler, CHS Trade to digitalise its cargo processes at Bratislava Airport with its Hermes 5 (H5) Cloud Cargo Management System (CMS).CHS Trade is using H5 to digitise its Air Waybills, planning and data sharing processes with partners.“Our customers have ...
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NewsTigers South Africa adds renewable energy vertical
Tigers South Africa has launched a renewable energy vertical to handle the import of solar panels from China.The company said it is working with some of the major solar panel manufacturers in the industry, as well as Energy Partners, an energy solutions provider in South Africa.“These are exciting times for ...
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FedEx strengthens Latin America operations with Cargex acquisition
FexEx has announced that it will acquire Colombian freight forwarder Cargex.Cargex, a specialist in the transportation of perishable goods, has been established for more than 25 years. Headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia, the company operates in Bogotá, Medellin, Cartagena, Buenaventura and Santa Marta.The deal, which expected to close later this year, ...
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NewsAir cargo demand declines show signs of slowing in July
Air cargo demand declines appeared to slow in July, but the timing of weekends and holidays may have had an impact on the monthly performance.The latest figures from WorldACD show that air cargo demand declined by 4.2% in July, which is an improvement on the 8.9% fall reported in June.However, ...
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NewsDSV Panalpina carries out first shipment through its combined network
DSV Panalpina has carried out its first shipments as one company, following their merger (completed on August 19) which created the second-largest airfreight forwarder in the world.Last Thursday, DSV Panalpina's successful shipment of thurst reverser engine parts from Huntsville, US, to Luxembourg, marked the first time that the newly-formed company ...
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NewsCargoLogic Germany obtains operating license
The German Federal Ministry of Transport has, subject to conditions, issued a European operating license to cargo carrier CargoLogic Germany (CLG), German logistics news site DVZ has reported.The German Federal Aviation Authority (LBA) now needs to confirm the license before the airline can start operations.CLG will initially run two Boeing ...
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NewsWFS adds new pharma cargo facility at Paris CDG
WFS Pharma Centre at Paris Charles de Gaulle AirportCargo handler Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) is investing €10m in a new Pharma Centre at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).Opening in September 2019, it will be the only facility owned by a ground handler dedicated to pharmaceuticals at Paris CDG.The Pharma ...
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Nick Platts to leave Heathrow cargo role
Nicks Platts will leave his position as head of cargo at Heathrow Airport on October 9 as he seeks a fresh challenge.Platts said that he would move on to a fresh challenge as the cargo programme is "well advanced" and he has done all he can to "build advocacy across ...
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Funds raised for cargo development at Baltimore airport
An affiliate of Aviation Facilities Company Management has raised more than $36m in financing for a new air cargo facility at Baltimore Washington Thurgood Marshall International Airport (BWI).AFCO will use the funds to construct a 200,000 sq ft air cargo facility, 450,000 sq ft of aircraft parking apron, and related ...
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NewsTIACA selects Hourcade to join transformation team
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has appointed Celine Hourcade as a project manager. From September, in her new role, Hourcade will support the Association's transformation programme.The first two priorities for Hourcade are to lead the development of TIACA’s sustainability programme and sustainability award, as well as the delivery of ...
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Damco renews with BluJay for digital services
Freight forwarder Damco has expanded its deal with supply chain software provider BluJay to include cloud services.The two companies have been working together since 2011 but will now change from an 'on-premise' to a cloud-based setup.Damco will also bring invoicing, vendor payments, and master data into the Transportation Management for ...
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NewsKuehne+Nagel and Air France KLM in 'industry first' system connection
KLM 747-400ERF SchipholFreight forwarder Kuehne+Nagel (K+N) and airline group Air France KLM have directly connected their space booking systems in what they claim is an industry first.The two companies said that by connecting their systems shippers would be able to gain direct access to Air France KLM capacity through K+N."Customers ...