Air Cargo

DHL Invests $11.3m in End-of-Route Shared User Hub

May 1, 2013

DHL Supply Chain is investing $11.3m in a new end-of-route shared user hub at Heathrow. Scheduled to open in early 2014, the facility will offer airlines a turnkey solution for end-of-route return catering requirements on long haul flights.

Critical Juncture for Global MRO Provisions

May 1, 2013

Procurement Leaders

Experts warn that provision of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services to the aerospace and defense industries will be severely impacted.

Southwest Airlines Cargo Now Shipping on AirTran Airways

May 1, 2013

Southwest Airlines Cargo

Southwest Airlines is now moving freight on AirTran Airways, under the Southwest Airlines Cargo brand.

United Airlines Launches Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative with Its Suppliers

April 30, 2013

Dailymarkets

United Airlines is launching a Sustainable Supply Chain (SSC) initiative in an effort to better understand the environmental performance of its suppliers and deepen relationships with its key supply chain partners.

The Urge to Merge Domestic and International Transportation Ops

April 29, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

The many operational differences between domestic and international transportation has historically meant separate and distinct management of these two sectors. Research shows that today's shippers, however, believe there are efficiencies to be gained by managing both domains on a single platform.

Damco CEO Discusses Company's Approach to North American Logistics Market

April 25, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

The number one imperative for North American shippers continues to be cost reduction and cost containment, which means that logistics providers must analyze and scrutinize operations more diligently than ever in order to find such opportunities, says Jeremy Haycock, president of Damco North America.

North America's 50 Most Successful 3PLs

April 24, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

Whatever logistics services you need, our list of 50 providers based in North America can provide Class-A operations for you - anywhere in the world.

AA Cargo Launches Nonstop Service Between Chicago, Dusseldorf

April 23, 2013

American Airlines Cargo

American Airlines Cargo has begun nonstop service between Chicago's O'Hare International Airport and Dusseldorf, Germany.

ICAO, TIACA to Enhance Their Cooperation in Air Cargo

April 23, 2013

TIACA

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) signed a Declaration of Intent to strengthen co-operation on technical matters.

How The Right Insurance Can Help Protect Your Supply Chain

April 22, 2013

Linda Kornfeld, Attorney at Law, Jenner & Block

On March 11, 2011, a tsunami off the coast of Japan caused human tragedy on a massive scale, killing thousands and rendering more than half a million homeless. The tsunami also wreaked havoc on business supply chains worldwide. Toyota and Honda experienced a 30-percent and 60-percent decline in profit, respectively, which both attributed to production lags caused by limited supplies of parts after the tsunami. The tsunami caused an estimated $40bn in economic losses due to interruptions in global supply chains.

Air Cargo

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding air cargo and its impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before through air cargo solutions. New technologies that provide information during air shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As air cargo services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using air cargo solutions to power their supply chains.