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Air Partner moves 30 million vaccines in four months

The freight team at Air Partner, say they have transported over 30 million Covid vaccines across the world since July. To date, the broker has arranged over 40 dedicated charter flights to 15 countries across four continents. As well as moving finished vaccines and vaccine raw materials, the freight team has also flown large volumes of PPE from Asia to the UK, Europe and US. Group chief executive Mark Briffa, said: "The value ... [+]

Geodis adds Vietnam to road network

Geodis has expanded its road network in Southeast Asia as part of its plan to develop a scheduled road service connecting Singapore to China. The forwarder’s own fleet of vehicles and expanded network of partners can now move full and part loads between Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and, now, Vietnam. Launched ... [+]

DHL takes its tech on the road

The logistics world is on the cusp of some exciting new technology including printable ‘smart’ labels with GPS-type functionality that could eliminate barcode scanning, vision-based monitoring systems and low-cost remote connectivity for oceans and deserts, said a DHL expert.Speaking at the unveiling of a new DHL’s mobile tech center for ... [+]

Drones could deliver lower CO2 emissions, says report

Commercial drones have the potential to cut CO2 emissions for freight deliveries by half, says a report byInmarsat and Cranfield University (‘UAVs: Unlocking positive transformation in the world - UAVs: Unlocking positive transformation in the world - Inmarsat). Cranfield used its own modelling and primary data resources to compare the CO2 ... [+]

UPS ups profits

UPS announced third-quarter consolidated revenue of $23.2 billion, up 9.2% 2020. Consolidated operating profit was $2.9 billion, up 22.6% and 23.4% on an adjusted basis. Diluted earnings per share were $2.65 for the quarter, 18.3% above the same period in 2020, and up 18.9% on an adjusted basis. [+]

TT Club brings cargo theft to life

Insurance provider TT Club has launched a series of animations to highlight dangers in the supply chain. The seven animations illustrate in graphic form a variety of theft techniques including driver attacks, impersonating personnel, exploiting inadequate perimeter fencing and theft from moving vehicles. TT Club’s managing director of loss prevention, Mike ... [+]

BIFA and Think Logistics to deliver young talent

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has partnered with Think Logistics to inspire the next generation of talent to join the sector.Governed by Career Ready, a UK-wide social mobility charity, Think Logistics works with schools and colleges to inspire and inform young people about the industry with a range of ... [+]

DP World volumes soar

DP World Limited handled 58.4 million teu at its container terminals in the first nine months of 2021 with gross container volumes increasing by 11.9% year-on-year and 11.4% on a like-for-like basis. In the third quarter of 2021, it handled 19.8m teu, up 8.1% year-on-year and 7.9% on a like-for-like ... [+]

Turkish Cargo – Carrying Medicine for 25 Years

Possessing the world’s strongest cargo flight network, Turkish Cargo contributes its strength to Turkey’s medical exports. Flag carrier air cargo brand has been carrying Turkey’s medicine and medical products to over 50 countries in five continents for over 25 years. In the nuclear medicine sector, Turkish Cargo plays an important role ... [+]

DSV report strong results in ‘extraordinary’ Q3

DSV said it enjoyed strong third quarter financial results across all three divisions in what it described as “extraordinary market conditions”. Earnings before interest and tax grew by 52.5% compared to the same period last year – excluding the impact of the acquisition of Agility’s Global Integrated Logistics business. The Danish-based ... [+]

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