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  Kamesh Peri, CEO, Celebi Terminal Management India says, “Recent efforts to enhance multimodal cross-border logistics have seen significant contributions from both the government and private sector, with Celebi playing its own role. The Indian government has invested in infrastructure upgrades, including expanded ports and modernized airports, through initiatives like the Sagarmala Program and Dedicated Freight Corridors. The National Logistics Policy also aims to streamline regulations and boost efficiency. In the private sector, Celebi amongst others has adopted advanced technologies such as automated cargo systems and real-time tracking to improve logistics operations. Strategic partnerships with other logistics providers have been formed to create integrated solutions. Additionally, Celebi is focusing on sustainability with eco-friendly practices and energy-efficient technologies. These combined efforts are essential for optimizing cross-border logistics and creating a more efficient and sustainable logistics network.”  

The Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) has entered into a strategic partnership with The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee through the signing of a MoU to advance research and development in the fields of logistics and supply chain management. The MoU was signed by Professor Akshay Dvivedi, Dean of Sponsored Research & Industrial Consultancy at IIT Roorkee, and Ritu Narang, Senior General Manager (MIS) at CONCOR. Professor Amit Upadhyay from the Department of Management Studies at IIT Roorkee will play a key role in this collaboration, actively participating in all related research activities. This collaboration between IIT Roorkee, a leading academic institution in India, and CONCOR, a major player in multimodal logistics services, is aimed at fostering research, innovation, and capacity-building initiatives. The partnership will focus on developing advanced optimisation models to improve the efficiency of containerised freight transport across India’s railway network, with a particular emphasis on the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor. As part of the MoU, IIT Roorkee will leverage its academic and research expertise to conduct an in-depth Operations Research study. The study aims to optimise the loading of Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units on double-stack trains, to reduce container rail haulage costs and enhance inter-terminal movements through rail transhipment hubs. Additionally, the collaboration will involve creating an optimisation-based decision support system to facilitate the efficient movement of container trains across CONCOR’s network.

Ethiopian Airlines Group has signed a contract with Dar Al-Handasah Consultants to build a ‘Mega Airport City’ at Abusera in Bishoftu City that will include over 100,000sq m of cargo and support facilities. The site, 40 km from the existing Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, lies about 20 km south east of the city centre on the main A1 road to the south. According to Ethiopian Airlines, the Mega Airport City will have a capacity of 110m passengers each year, four times the current capacity of the existing gateway.

FedEx Express has launched an intelligent solution for monitoring and intervention of time-sensitive shipments that offers customers enhanced control and visibility. FedEx Surround uses advanced sensor technology including SenseAware ID with near real-time data analytics to provide continuous monitoring and proactive interventions, says release. The system is based on a lightweight, compact sensor that transmits the precise package location every two seconds via Bluetooth Low Energy to WiFi access points or gateway devices throughout the network. FedEx said that packages can be tracked hundreds of times compared with only a few dozen of times with traditional package scanning equipment and that the system provides unprecedented levels of real-time shipment location data. The carrier adds that artificial intelligence and machine learning can predict potential disruption, allowing it and its customers to swiftly make informed decisions.  

  Prediman Koul, CEO, Jeena and Company shares, “Navigating complex regulatory landscape, dealing with port overcrowding, and addressing skilled workforce shortages are major challenges for the industry. These issues can slow down operations and increase costs, despite ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure and efficiency. Additionally, unforeseen disruptions often arise, underscoring the need for robust risk management strategies to absorb and mitigate potential impacts. These challenges highlight the importance of being prepared for unexpected scenarios and the value of resilience in the face of uncertainty.”

The Air Cargo Agents Association of India (ACAAI) announces theme ‘Wings of Innovation: Charting New Paths in Logistics’ for its 48th Annual Convention, to be held in Baku from 5th December till 8th December, 2024. The country‘s biggest air cargo convention is expected to have air cargo and logistics industry stakeholders from across the world.

Focusing on the ongoing crisis in Bangladesh and its impact on trade of garments, Delhi International Airport spokesperson said, “The ongoing crisis in Bangladesh has certainly impacted the Garments exports out of Bangladesh. Around 1000 manufacturing units, which were manufacturing clothes for leading brands like H&M and Zara were shut down. The supply chain is impacted for the time being. But, we are hopeful the situation will soon improve with production restarting and export cargo start moving. Bangladesh is the country where ~ 85% exports are Ready Made Garments(RMG). As of now, there have been some supply chain disruptions due to which many production houses are closed and many trucks carrying the finished goods are stuck inside Bangladesh. We are in touch with our partners and are hopeful the situation will be better soon and trucks will be able to come to DEL.”

  Turkish Cargo has received IATA’s Smart Facility Operational Capacity (SFOC) Certification for its SMARTIST facility at Istanbul Airport. This certification confirms that Turkish Cargo’s operational procedures comply with IATA regulations (IATA Cargo Handling Manual, Dangerous Goods Regulations, ULD Regulations, Temperature Control Regulations, Live Animals Regulations and Perishable Cargo Regulations). The certification demonstrates the compliance of handling and storage processes, from the acceptance of all special and general cargo to their loading onto the aircraft, with global standards. At SMARTIST, cargo is stored and transferred using a computer-controlled automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS). This eliminates the need for an operator or forklift, said Turkish Cargo.

KSH Infra announced its plans to invest around Rs 450 crores for the development of its first Industrial & Logistics (I&L) Park in southern India. This major project, located in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, strategically near the Karnataka border and Bangalore market, will cover approximately 50 acres and offer a development potential of 1.25 million square feet, setting a new benchmark in the region’s industrial infrastructure. Situated on the Hosur-Rayakottai Road, near the new Tata Electronics facility, the Hosur I&L Park is poised to become a landmark in the region’s industrial landscape. The project is expected to generate employment for over 1800 people and will attract substantial interest from industrial and warehousing clients seeking state-of-the-art infrastructure over the next 3-4 years. The Hosur project signifies KSH INFRA’s strategic expansion beyond its home base. The company has established a strong track record, having delivered approximately 4 million square feet of Grade A Industrial & Logistics (I&L) Parks in Pune. This achievement was supported by an investment of over INR 1,200 Crores in developing four Industrial & Logistics (I&L) Parks in Talegaon and Chakan (Maharashtra). “Logistics parks have become a crucial part of India’s real estateinfrastructure, providing businesses with cost savings and improved service quality. This project demonstrates KSH INFRA’s commitment to sustainable development, vision for growth and innovation in the Industrial & Logistics real estate sector,” said Rohit Hegde, Managing Director of KSH INFRA.  He further added, “Our strong financial position enables us to pursue new opportunities in Chennai, Bangalore, and Mumbai while leveraging our established presence in Pune. The advanced stage deals we are pursuing in these markets reflect our dedication to strategic growth and long-term success.” KSH INFRA’s journey is part …

Ahead of the expected annual peak season in air transport, DB Schenker has chosen cargo.one to digitally connect with dozens more airlines from across the globe. The collaboration enhances the global logistics service provider’s portfolio of live capacity access from nine originally to over 50 airlines in total. From now on, DB Schenker can better identify suitable capacities and fitting rates for ad-hoc shipments of its customers. Thorsten Meincke, Global Board Member for Air & Ocean Freight, DB Schenker: “We continue to digitalize transportation by establishing solutions that are highly demanded on the market. By boosting our access to available airline capacities, we save time for our customers and make processes faster, smoother, and more efficient for them. cargo.one is the perfect fit for this endeavor as they bring profound expertise in managing the massive amount of real-time data to the game.” Christa Koenen, Global Board Member for Information Technology and Digitalization (CIO/CDO), DB Schenker: “Every day we strive to lead the digitalization of the freight forwarding industry. With more than 150 years of business expertise, we aim to choose the ideal external providers to build up new options based on innovation and technology. Efficiency gains accomplished through IT help to make the entire logistics industry more resource efficient. The more carriers DB Schenker connects to digitally, and thus automates and optimizes processes, the better the final choice for our customers will be. The concept is comparable with automated last-minute deals from airlines or travel agents.”