The carrier now serves domestic networks in US, Europe, the Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and Asia. E-commerce giant Amazon has officially entered the for-hire air cargo market, offering space on its extensive fleet of cargo jets to freight forwarders and businesses. This expansion goes beyond Amazon’s parcel delivery service and is positioned to compete with…
The decision was driven by the need to establish a secure network for air travel safety and regulatory compliance. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched IATA Connect with an initial focus on the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA). IATA Connect community members will be able to access and use the platform to securely exchange safety…
Aiming to cut operating costs and boost efficiency with an all-Boeing fleet. Kenya’s national carrier, Kenya Airways, has announced plans to acquire 13 new aircraft to expand its existing fleet, according to Tuko Media. The airline’s current fleet includes Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners, Boeing 737-800s, and Embraer E190s, which will expand to over 55 planes within…
Schneider Electric, Cisco Systems, and Colgate-Palmolive secured the top three positions. In the second quarter of 2024, Gartner released its annual Global Supply Chain Top 25 report, showing that the top-performing supply chain organizations continue to be led by industry giants. Schneider Electric retained its top spot, followed by Cisco Systems in second and Colgate-Palmolive…
XPO introduces Connect Europe, a new platform streamlining shipment management across 25 European countries. The service handles single pallets to full loads, providing a single point of contact for cross-border logistics. Leveraging XPO’s extensive network, Connect Europe simplifies global freight shipping while prioritizing…
American shipping giant FedEx has announced a rate increase across its delivery services, effective January 2025. This adjustment will affect both U.S. and international shippers, impacting the cost of handling both lightweight and heavy packages. The adjustment is driven by challenging economic conditions, including rising operational costs, inflation, and fuel prices in the United States….
Logistics and transportation is an intricate puzzle of interconnected routes, carriers, shippers, modes, and supply chains. Delivering success requires these pieces to fit seamlessly together. However, the complexity of modern operations extends beyond just the physical networks. Survey details The 33rd Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends surveyed more than 200 industry practitioners, 85% of…
The Nigerian Federal Government has adopted the Cape Town Convention (CTC) Practice Directions, which is expected to transform airline operations and provide a significant boost to the nation’s aviation. On September 12, 2024, the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Terhemba Tsoho, officially signed the CTC Practice Directions during a stakeholders’ meeting…
Boeing is currently facing substantial production delays due to an ongoing worker strike. This situation has caused disruptions in operations and raised concerns within the industry. Boeing, along with Airbus, holds a dominant position globally as major aircraft manufacturers, specializing in commercial and military aircraft, as well as rocket satellite communication equipment and missiles. Boeing…
The global manufacturing industry is expected to grow by 0.6% in 2024. According to a report with significant differences in growth across various regions, the outlook excludes China, with a projected decline of 0.9%. The growth forecast for China’s manufacturing output is 2.3% for 2024. Germany’s manufacturing sector will continue to struggle while South Korea,…
A pioneering South African wine company founded and run by women, has launched a new range of wines exclusively at Shoprite stores across the country. Established in 2006 by a group of twenty women, the company’s mission is to empower women—especially farm workers and their families—by offering them a meaningful role in the wine industry….
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