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INDUSTRY CONSOLIDATION VIEWED WITH CONCERN BY GLOBAL SHIPPERS- SURVEY

: Latest News; Friday, 15 September 2006

Despite the billions spent on shipping industry consolidation in the name of efficiency and better customer service, almost three-quarters of large shippers would rather do business with several shipping providers than centralise their operations with one major supplier, according to a Unisys Corporation survey of global shippers.

SKYCHAIN MAJOR IT UPGRADE FOR EMIRATES

: Latest News; Thursday, 14 September 2006

ACF – Calgary: Emirates SkyCargo today officially launched SkyChain, an end-to-end IT cargo management system, claiming to offer a number of advantages over existing systems.

LUFTHANSA SETTLES CLASS ACTION CIVIL SUITS IN

: Latest News; Thursday, 14 September 2006

Deutsche Lufthansa AG has agreed to pay US$85 to settle 80 US class action lawsuits. The carrier was one of nine airlines accused of alleged price fixing in US civil lawsuits.

GOVERNMENTS URGED TO SUPPORT

: Latest News; Monday, 11 September 2006

A strong call has been made by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for governments to shape up and support liberalisation of air services.

FORT WORTH SETS THE PACE IN US

: Latest News; Monday, 11 September 2006

Based on data from Airport Councils International and airport reports, Fort Worth Alliance Airport is the fastest growing airport in terms of air cargo in North America.

GREEN LIGHT FOR RUNWAY EXTENSION

: Latest News; Wednesday, 06 September 2006

Queensland Airports has given the nod for work to commence on a 500 metre extension to the runway at Gold Coast Airport, opening up the region to direct air services from Asia and the US.

CBFCA APPOINTS TWO FREIGHT CONVENORS

: Latest News; Tuesday, 05 September 2006

The Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia Inc (CBFCA), has strengthened its board dealing with advocacy strategies in ongoing dealings with government and related sectors of commerce.

FEDEX CHINA EXPANSION CONTINUES

: Latest News; Sunday, 03 September 2006

FedEx Express (FedEx) has expanded into emerging cities in China with the opening of a new branch office in Qingdao.

NEW CARGO VENTURE SUSPENDED

: Latest News; Thursday, 31 August 2006

Singapore Airlines (SIA) has suspended the operations of its cargo venture in China. The move follows a United States decision to impose sanctions on the carrier’s Chinese partner for allegedly supplying missile components to Iran.

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INDUSTRY CONSOLIDATION VIEWED WITH CONCERN BY GLOBAL SHIPPERS- SURVEY

: Latest News; Friday, 15 September 2006

GREEN LIGHT FOR RUNWAY EXTENSION

: Latest News; Wednesday, 06 September 2006

Queensland Airports has given the nod for work to commence on a 500 metre extension to the runway at Gold Coast Airport, opening up the region to direct air services from Asia and the US.

CBFCA APPOINTS TWO FREIGHT CONVENORS

: Latest News; Tuesday, 05 September 2006

The Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia Inc (CBFCA), has strengthened its board dealing with advocacy strategies in ongoing dealings with government and related sectors of commerce.

NEW CARGO VENTURE SUSPENDED

: Latest News; Thursday, 31 August 2006