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time:matters Spare Parts Logistics Achieves ISO 9001:2015 Certification

Global expert time:matters Special Speed Logistics has underpinned its commitment to high quality standards by achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification for its subsidiary. time:matters Spare Parts Logistics operates a reliable in-night network throughout Europe, complemented by tailored transport solutions for individual customer needs. Speed is a major factor, along with superior reliability and personalized customer communication. Unpredictability is an inherent part of international transports. “Our customers appreciate that we have backup solutions defined ... [+]

Emirates SkyCargo Launches Protection Solution for Temp-Sensitive Cargo

Emirates SkyCargohas launched a next-generation version of its innovative protection product for valuable temperature-sensitive cargo, such as pharmaceutical products. Called White Cover Advanced, it utilizes DuPont’s patented Tyvek® material made of high density polyethylene to form a tough protective barrier against varying external temperatures and direct sunlight. ... [+]

JAXPORT Raises the Roof… and Other Building Parts, Too!

Highly trained master riggers recently moved 42 large steel pieces that will ultimately form a Northeast Florida manufacturing facility. The cargo moved through the heavy lift and specialty cargo berth at JAXPORT’s Blount Island Marine Terminal, home of one of the nation’s highest weight-bearing capacity ... [+]

Long Beach Cargo Volumes up 6% in 1st Q

Cargo shipments at the Port of Long Beach were up 6.1% for the first three months of 2016 compared to the same period last year, starting the year off strongly. Lifted by big gains in January and February, the quarter was the Port’s best since ... [+]

Third Flawless ISAGO Audit Result for Hactl

Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Ltd (Hactl) has passed its biennial ISAGO (IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations) external audit, once again achieving a perfect score. The ISAGO standard covers every aspect of Hactl’s operations and facilities, with a team of 26 coordinators ensuring compliance throughout ... [+]

New Director Arrives at Oakland International Airport

Bryant L. Francis took the helm on March 31 as Director of Aviation for the Port of Oakland. An industry executive with 20 years of experience, Francis will oversee Oakland International Airport. Francis leads a staff of 215 employees responsible for the San Francisco Bay ... [+]

Port of Pascagoula’s McAndrews Elected as AAPA 2016-17 Board Chairman

At its 2016 Spring Conference on April 6, the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) elected Port of Pascagoula Director Mark McAndrews to serve as the association’s chairman of the board for the 2016-17 activity year that begins in late October. McAndrews is slated to be ... [+]

Ports America Gets Husky with its West Coast Investment Strategy

Ports America is continuing its business growth strategy to increase its West Coast presence through additional investments, services and expansion of its terminal capacity. The latest transaction includes a significant expansion and 20-year lease extension of the Husky Terminal in Tacoma, WA. International Transportation Service, Inc. ... [+]

PRPA Hosts First Governor’s Philly Port Advisory Committee Meeting

The inaugural meeting of the Port of Philadelphia Advisory Committee was held at the Philadelphia Regional Port Authority’s (PRPA) headquarters on April 12. The Committee, established by PA Governor Tom Wolf in December 2015, will regularly advise the PRPA Board and staff on relevant ... [+]

AirBridgeCargo Moves State-of-Art Microchip Production Machines

AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) has transported cutting-edge microchip production technology from Amsterdam to Dalian in China for one of its key customers, DB Schenker. The machines were delivered onboard two ABC Boeing 747 freighter flights from Amsterdam to China via the airline's hub in Moscow. Each charter ... [+]

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