Logistics as a barometer for the economic climate
Logistics has long been hailed as the lifeblood of the economy, with the volume of imports and exports via air, sea and road reflecting on how well, or not, the economy is faring. (Aug 18, 2010)
Capacity shortage and night-flight issues are biggest challenges, says QCS
The increasing capacity shortage at airlines and shipping companies that makes airlifts and sea transport unpredictable is likely to worsen with the upcoming peak season, says German forwarding agent, Quick Cargo Services. (Aug 18, 2010)
BAL awards multi-million pound contract to Norbert Dentressangle
Norbert Dentressangle has secured a major new multi-million pound three-year contract with Building Adhesives Ltd. (Aug 18, 2010)
Newly acquired company launches as MIQ Logistics
MIQ Logistics, formerly YRC Logistics, is entering the market as a new company, following completion of the sale of the company by YRC Worldwide to Austin Ventures. (Aug 17, 2010)
time:matters cooperates with Austrian Airlines
Effective August 15th, time:matters is cooperating with Austrian Airlines to enable the courier/express carrier to provide quicker and more frequent connections within Europe and to destinations outside of Europe. (Aug 17, 2010)
RAP e2 container EASA certified
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has awarded Envirotainer an airworthiness certificate for its RAP e2 container. (Aug 17, 2010)
FedEx expands services in India
FedEx has announced plans to strengthen its international and domestic services across India, starting with the launch of a new FedEx Express flight from Bengaluru (Bangalore), establishing direct connections to Europe and the Middle East and the US. (Aug 17, 2010)
DHL launches direct South Asia Pacific – Slovenia LCL services
DHL has launched direct LCL services from Singapore and Colombo, Sri Lanka, to Koper, Slovenia, enhancing its connectivity between the South Asia Pacific and Eastern Europe. (Aug 17, 2010)
Toll re-brands in China
Following the completion of Toll Group's acquisition of joint-venture partner Shenzhen-based ST-Anda Logistics, and the integration of the acquired company into the Toll Global Logistics division, Toll has introduced its own brand into the Chinese market. (Aug 16, 2010)
Maritime Transport is new Tilbury Railport operator
Maritime Transport has become the new operator of the Riverside Rail Terminal at Tilbury, marking Maritime's first step into rail terminal operations. (Aug 16, 2010)
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