Air Cargo World

On the Rails: Growth in Asia's Slower Lane

February 16, 2017

Last October the British and Chinese governments agreed to allow more than double the number of passenger flights between the two nations and threw the door open to unlimited cargo flights. To date, however, no air carrier has availed itself of the opportunity. Instead, rail, as well as rival ground-based modes, have risen in popularity.

Fedex Fulfillment to Challenge Amazon for SME E-Commerce Services

February 14, 2017

Air Cargo World

FedEx Supply Chain has announced the launch of FedEx Fulfillment, a service designed to meet the shipping needs of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and to challenge to Amazon's dominance of the e-commerce sector, the company says. FedEx Fulfillment delivers orders across multiple channels, including websites and online marketplaces, and manages inventory for participating retailers.

Dallas Fort Worth Airport to Open New Cold Chain Facility

February 9, 2017

Air Cargo World

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has announced plans to build a 37,000-square-foot cold chain facility to be operated by AirLogistix USA. The airport says it expects the facility to come online this summer.

Amazon to Move Prime Air Hub to Cincinnati

February 7, 2017

Air Cargo World

When Amazon announced last year that it was entering directly into the air logistics business with the launch of Prime Air, the airfreight world knew that it had to prepare for bold moves by a deep-pocketed company with a passion for innovation. Now, the Seattle-based online retail giant has announced the shift of its current air hub from Wilmington Airpark (ILN) in Ohio to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) this spring, hinting at a possibly vast expansion of Amazon's e-commerce air service.

Asia-Pacific Airlines See Cargo Rebound in Late 2016

February 2, 2017

Air Cargo World

Preliminary airfreight figures for 2016 from the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) reaffirmed continued strength in the second half of the year, after a weak start.

Airfreight Prices Fell in December, Despite Strong 2016 Closeout

January 31, 2017

Air Cargo World

Despite a strong finish of 2016 at airports, and reports of high volumes through December, airfreight rates fell $0.21, year-over-year, to $3.14 per kilogram in the month, according to Drewry's latest East West Airfreight Price Index report.

Semi-Autonomous Robot Deliveries To Roll Out In U.S.

January 27, 2017

Air Cargo World

For cargo firms seeking a low-cost last-mile delivery system, a new semi-autonomous robot, launched by Starship Technologies, will soon begin running deliveries for restaurants through Postmates and DoorDash services.

DHL Launches Virtual Freight Marketplace CILLOX

January 25, 2017

Air Cargo World

DHL has announced the market launch of CILLOX, the online platform that matches full truck load (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments with available transportation providers.

DHL E-Commerce Opens Australia Fulfillment Center

January 23, 2017

Air Cargo World

DHL eCommerce, a division of Deutsche Post DHL Group, has launched a fulfillment center in Sydney to meet Australian domestic demand for overseas goods ordered by online shoppers, the company says.

Fedex, Walgreens Hope To Thwart 'Porch Pirates' With 8,000 More Secure Locations

January 19, 2017

Air Cargo World

As concerns rise over express package thefts, FedEx and Walgreens pharmacies have inked a long-term deal to install 8,000 secure pickup/dropoff locations in pharmacies across the United States.