High moves and large ships at SC Ports
At South Carolina Ports, the Wando Welch Terminal recently processed 4,474 containers from the ‘Zim Mount Olympus’ vessel, one of the highest move counts at the port. The terminal also serviced the 15,286-teu ‘MSC Kayley’, one of the largest container ships to visit the port of... plus
A second B777-300ER for P2F conversion
Avia AM Leasing, a global aviation holding company specialising in tailored aircraft leasing and trading services, has transported its second Boeing B777-300ER for passenger-to-freighter conversion. The contract has been awarded to Mammoth Freighters (“Mammoth”), a Boeing... plus
Carlos Moncayo hands over the baton
Inspectorio, a supply chain quality, sustainability, sourcing, and compliance platform, has appointed Chirag Patel as its new CEO, while co-founder and former CEO Carlos Moncayo (pictured) will assume the role of executive chairman of the board of directors. “When we hired... plus
A VP for sales in the Americas
Menzies Aviation, a provider of ground and other air cargo services to airports and airlines, has appointed Scott Sirianni as vice president of sales for the Americas region. Sirianni joins the company from American Airlines, where he most recently served as director of... plus
Princeton TMX appoints CCO
Princeton TMX, a multi-modal transportation management system (TMS) provider, has appointed Kevvon Burdette as chief commercial officer (CCO). He will be responsible for the company’s corporate sales and marketing strategy and report directly to CEO Mark McEntire. Burdette... plus
A stylish New Jersey hub
Kuehne + Nagel is opening a new fulfilment centre in Piscataway, New Jersey. The logistics provider’s latest project, which measures over 5,000 sqm, is designed to serve as a fashion hub for a retailer in the textile industry. With a focus on contract logistics, the facility... plus
First Ceiv Pharma certification in Puerto Rico
ETH Cargo Services (ETH Cargo) has become the first member of the Puerto Rico Life Sciences Air Cargo Community to achieve the international air transport association (Iata) Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators (Ceiv) Pharma certification. Puerto Rico’s ministry... plus
Delta Cargo welcomes Opticooler RKN
Delta Cargo has announced the technical approval for Dolkasch Temperature Solutions' Opticooler RKN. The Atlanta-based carrier can now integrate it into its aircraft and offer customers an additional reliable and high-quality solution for pharma transports on its extensive... plus
Pro warehouses for pro customers
Home Depot is opening four new distribution centres to expand its network in North America. The sites will be designed to stock lumber, insulation, shingles and other bulky products. Ranging from southern Los Angeles, San Antonio and Detroit all the way to Toronto, the hubs... plus
Flying Koi carp around the world
American Airlines Cargo has transported koi carp, an ancient and long-living ornamental fish, in increasing volumes for 20 years. The carrier’s team in Japan exported record shipments last year, totalling over 19.1 t to Los Angeles and 9.6 t to Dallas/Fort Worth alone. The most... plus