Transportation and Logistics

British Airways Relief Flight to East Africa

by Jarkko on November 25, 2011

in Airlines

Once again we are spoiled by the perfect gentleman Dan, who generously share this incredible video about the relief flight by British Airways. The message itself is self-explaining, emotional and happy at the same time. Have a look! Ok, it’s time for you to consider starting the donation part. To donate to the appeal please [...]

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IATA released air transport market analysis

July 1, 2011
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It’s that time of the month again when we have a chance to take a look at what’s going on in the aviation business. IATA kindly announced planegrazy.com readers their air transport market analysis. I will post here the key points, how’s this and how’s that. I hope you will gain something out of this. [...]

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Panalpina commits to sustainable, profitable growth

June 30, 2011
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In a corporate strategy outlook to 2014, Panalpina has affirmed its role as a leading provider of global Supply Chain Solutions. Air Freight and Ocean Freight remain the core business. They are to be consequently complemented by Supply Chain Services and Value Added Services in Logistics. The Group has clearly committed to sustainable, profitable growth. [...]

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Courtyard Takes Lobby Experience to New Heights

June 6, 2011

Long lines at check-in counters and security screening are making air travel more stressful and tiring than ever before. Now there’s rest for the weary business traveler as Courtyard by Marriott brings its innovative Refreshing Business lobby experience to airports across the country. Offering comfortable couches, communal work tables and the brand’s award winning 55-inch [...]

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Panalpina with solid start into 2011

May 4, 2011
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In the first quarter of 2011, the Panalpina Group reported strong double digit growth in profitability compared to the first quarter 2010 and volume increases in Air and Ocean Freight. Gross profit increased by 14% (+22% currency adjusted) year-on-year to CHF 373 million which, together with ongoing cost discipline, led to a jump in EBITDA [...]

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DHL expands service for the pharmaceutical sector

May 2, 2011
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DHL  has opened a new Competence Center at Vienna Airport. The facility expands the range of services available to the Life Sciences and Healthcare industries. 500 sqm of refrigerated warehouse space are designed to handle temperature-sensitive products and allow them to be prepped for air shipment. The site’s team of experts is also developing products, [...]

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Frankfurt Airport Expands Cargo Hub

September 1, 2010
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Image via Wikipedia Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is offering an additional 27 hectares of development land at CargoCity South. Fraport AG – the owner and manager of FRA – has issued a worldwide “Call for Expression of Interest” inviting the logistics industry to specify its locational and space requirements. “Airfreight is booming due to the increasing [...]

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TSA Expands Use of Explosive Trace Detection Technology at Airports Nationwide

February 18, 2010

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced today that it is expanding the random use of Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) technology at airports nationwide as an additional layer of security. “Explosive Trace Detection technology is a critical tool in our ability to stay ahead of evolving threats to aviation security,” said TSA Acting Administrator Gale Rossides. [...]

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