Category Archives: International

To facilitate greater and faster market access in eCommerce segment, ECU Worldwide, Allcargo logistics’ subsidiary, has strengthened its integrated Direct2FC (Direct to Fulfilment Centre) service delivery capabilities in US market. As a part of the Direct2FC service delivery model, ECU Worldwide has collaborated with hundreds of fulfilment centers across US such as ShipBob, Stord, Boxzooka, Nimble, etc. to help customers smoothly replenish their inventory. ECU Worldwide offers inland cargo movement (trucking services) from ports to various fulfilment centres across USA. In addition, the company offers Xlerate, its premium express service for urgent shipments primarily for e-commerce businesses looking to move goods with speed. “Our enhanced Direct2FC service is designed to empower manufacturers and e-commerce companies of all sizes, providing them with efficient access to fulfilment canters and transportation services. By leveraging our extensive local and global expertise, we aim to simplify logistics processes and optimize supply chains. We are dedicated to fostering innovation and collaboration, ensuring our clients can seize new opportunities and succeed in an ever-evolving market,” Adarsh Hegde, Managing Director, ECU Worldwide said.

Aircargonet International has announced a strategic alliance with CargoAi, which will ensure seamless real-time rates and capacity booking for its associated airlines, including Amerijet International and Royal Jordanian. The integration streamlines the booking process through CargoAi’s advanced platform, offering users a comprehensive and user-friendly experience. The real-time rates and cargo capacity information will empower users to make informed decisions and optimize their airfreight operations. “At CargoAi, we are proud to announce this transformative partnership that elevates airfreight logistics to new heights. By providing real-time rates and capacity for Aircargonet International GmbH’s represented airlines, we empower our users with the tools needed to navigate the dynamic airfreight landscape seamlessly,” Matthieu Petot, CEO, CargoAi said.

Cargojet, which was announced as the launch customer for Aerios’ Carrier App, has reported a 40% reduction in quote-processing time post extensive trials. This strategic collaboration will ensure a much improved and faster response time to the request of the users. On the other hand, the use of Carrier App will help the Cargojet team to operate through a single platform, resulting in highly optimized operational efficiency. The App will also assist in boosting the CRM capability of Cargojet helping in identifying new business opportunities, and business development. “I am proud to announce Cargojet as our first partner. Cargojet’s early adoption and feedback have been valuable in the shaping the Aerios Carrier App. Cargojet is the first of a long line of carriers to go live with the Carrier App, and I look forward to announcing new partnerships in the future,” Simon Watson, Founder, Aerios said.

WestJet Cargo has selected the Total Cargo Expertise (TCE) solution to streamline the customs management process in its cargo operations. By managing data corrections, liaising directly with customs authorities, and handling any cargo holds at initial ports of entry, TCE will help WestJet Cargo reduce the risk of delays and errors, enabling a smoother, more efficient process. By leveraging advanced technology and automation, the solution will oversee WestJet Cargo’s customs operations and related activities including planning, day-to-day management, documentation, and regulatory adherence. “TCE brings a wealth of experience in customs reporting and management, which will be invaluable in optimizing our customs processes. This partnership will help us ensure our customs procedures are handled with accuracy and efficiency, allowing us to focus on delivering top-tier cargo services to our customers,” Kirsten de Bruijn, Executive Vice President, WestJet Cargo said.

Lufthansa Cargo has released its new winter flight schedule which features its freighters serving up to 17 destinations across Asia. The airline has now boosted its capacity in top Asian cities which includes the likes of Mumbai, Chennai, and Hyderabad, said in LinkedIn post. The airline has now increased one weekly flight to Mumbai and Taipei. Chennai will now be served twice a week in combination with Hyderabad or Mumbai. Lufthansa Cargo will carry out a total of 50 weekly freighter frequencies to Asia as per its newly released winter schedule. The airline has also launched a transpacific flight, connecting Frankfurt, Ho Chi Minh City, and Los Angeles, which would ensure a direct connection from Asia to U.S.A, offering faster and high-quality transit.  

Qantas Freight and Freightos have joined hands to enable freight frowarders to explore, and book capacity across Freightos platforms (Webcargo and 7LFreight) for Qantas Network across US, Australia, and New Zealand. Through this strategic partnership between Qantas Freight and Freightos, forwarders can access instant rate quotes and bookings for ground and air providers, including LTL shipments, domestic US air cargo, and international air cargo on a single platform. WebCargo now provides services to 55 carriers, representing nearly 70% of global air cargo capacity.  

The global warehousing and distribution logistics market is projected to touch the $25.7 billion mark by the end of 2031, a report from Allied Market research said. The unprecedented growth in the rise of multimodal transport system and high demand of e-commerce across the globe will contribute to the growth of warehousing and logistics market in next 7 years. The market was valued at $12,019 billion in 2021 and is growing at a CAGR of 7.7 per cent from 2022 to 2031.  

WestJet Cargo is set to launch its new Priority product, available across the WestJet Cargo network starting November 4th, 2024. This premium offering gives eligible cargo top priority for loading and transport, guaranteeing that shipments travel on specific flights. The product is Designed to meet the needs of industries requiring fast, reliable transportation of critical goods, such as healthcare and manufacturing. With the launch of Priority, WestJet Cargo reinforces its commitment to delivering fast, dependable transport solutions, backed by its extensive cargo network that spans Canada, Europe, Asia, and the Americas. “Our Priority product is tailored to address the growing demand for urgent logistics solutions. With shorter cut-off times and guaranteed uplift, we provide a solution that enhances efficiency and peace of mind, especially for customers in healthcare and other critical industries. These clients depend on timely, secure transport for essential goods such as human blood, tissue samples and machinery,” Kirsten de Bruijn, Executive Vice President Cargo said

Qatar Airways Cargo has gone live with CARGOSTACK Optimiser, a product of Wiremind Cargo to boost innovation in revenue management. This innovative solution is specifically designed for the optimisation of the capacity, revenue and the management of pricing. CARGOSTACK Optimise ensures efficiency of cargo operations through its advanced machine learning models. Qatar Airways Cargo’s revenue management teams will now be benefitted from CARGOSTACK’s innovative AI-generated recommendations, its intuitive UI/UX, which the users themselves provided input on during the implementation phase. “At Qatar Airways Cargo, our goal is to lead. The adoption of Wiremind Cargo’s CARGOSTACK Optimiser suite is a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence. This partnership continues our leadership in employing technology by utilizing the most sophisticated AI solutions available to transform our revenue management processes.  We are thrilled to have found a partner in Wiremind Cargo with whom we continue to closely collaborate and deliver and fine-tune their cutting-edge solutions at such an incredible speed,” Mark Drusch, Chief Officer Cargo, Qatar Airways Cargo said

Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) and trucking firm Bos Logistics are utilising an electric truck for the delivery of cargo. The duel-branded Volvo FH Electric truck will deliver consolidated freight from AFKLMP’s Schiphol facility to various airfreight agents. The companies had already switched to a biofuel for deliveries, which the partners reckon reduce net emissions by 90%. The two partners in a release said they would make further investments in reducing their impact on the environment in the future. As well as investing in improving its environmental performance on the ground, the airline group has also been investing in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).