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DHL Strives to Enter Vehicle-Launch Logistics Field

DHL is looking to increase the amount of shipping it does for car companies at the pre-launch and launch stages by offering an integrated approach, head of automotive Fathi Tlatli told the Automotive News Europe Congress in Paris.

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Online Training Tool Debuts to Help Improve Container Packing Standards

Higher levels of training to maintain and improve the expertise of those employed by shippers, consolidators, warehouses and depots to pack containers is now a primary objective of a number of current industry initiatives.

Saudia Cargo Expands Dedicated Fleet of Charter Aircraft

Saudia Airlines Cargo is expanding its dedicated charter fleet, with the arrival of two B747-400 freighters.

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ARINC Unveils Cargo-Management Tool for Smaller Forwarders

ARINC Inc. has introduced e-Forwarder, a service that provides cargo-operations management for small to mid-sized freight forwarders.

Logistics 'Must' Create Growth Opportunities within Spain

Logistics "must generate the necessary platform of opportunities so that firms can widely develop their activities through efficient logistics networks," according to Santiago Bassols, director of Barcelona Catalunya Centre LogÃstic (BCL).

Boeing Sees Robust Growth in Orders for Aircraft Over Next 20 Years

Boeing projects the world aircraft fleet will double over the next 20 years, according to the company's annual Current Market Outlook.

Software Released by Agile for High-Volume Shipping Companies

Agile Network has announced a partnership with Invata to provide integrated material handling and a parcel manifesting platform for high volume shippers.

Dubai World Central Pursues Investment from U.S. in MRO Sector

A delegation from Dubai World Central (DWC) recently concluded a roadshow in the U.S. that aimed to open discussions with key industry players and initiate the creation of an integrated maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services supply chain in DWC's Aviation District.

Kerry Logistics Continues to Open Distribution Centers in China

Hong Kong-based freight forwarding group Kerry Logistics continues to expand in China, adding to a growing list of distribution facilities which it owns and operates in the country.

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Marks & Spencer to Construct $311m Facility at DP World London

British retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) has signed an agreement with DP World London Gateway to build a major distribution centre at the new deep-sea container port and logistics park in South Essex at an estimated cost of $311m.

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Formulating Cooperative Supply Chain Strategies

With high customer expectations for service and the need for organizations to secure business continuity, businesses must develop a collaborative approach to supply chain management. Your business must be able to orchestrate suppliers, assemblers, and distributors, creating a singular view of goods and services among all entities that touch the supply chain.

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