Press Releases by Category Logistics & Transport
Port Management Software for US market
German based INPLAN GmbH, a specialist in Port Management software, has entered a co-operation with Logistics and Port Management Americas LLC (LPMA), Needham, Massachusetts, to develop the American market. The operator of container terminals, LPMA will coordinate INPLAN sales activities in the United States.
“Their local practical experience make LPMA an ideal partner for the further development of our software for the US market with our IT and logistics experts. Following…
Axxom presents new solution for freight rate optimization
Axxom Software AG presents its new software ORion-PI® Freight Rate Optimization from 2nd till 4th of March at the trade fair LogiMAT in Stuttgart. The solution helps to find the most cost-efficient provider and freight rate for road, air and sea transports as well as for parcel delivery. Thus, a double-digit reduction of transport costs is possible. In addition, Axxom presents new functionalities of its software ORion-PI® Staff Planning &…
Express Technologies enhances Logistics Portals
WEXFORD, PA – February 17, 2010 – Express Technologies has announced a major expansion and upgrade to its logistics web portals.
The LoadTech Logistics Portals connect logistics providers to their shippers, customers, carriers, vendors and partners. They provide real-time transportation visibility and enhance collaboration across the supply chain. The upgrade provides significant new features to the firms WebTrace, WebRate, ExpressTrace and ExpressView document imaging and procurement. It also…
Trinoks Announces Axion Blade Warehouse Execution Software
The development of Warehouse Automation Systems resembles to the development of many software systems. The system was first performing the storage of the goods in the warehouse and checking their movements and now the role of warehouse automation system has been expanded towards the tracking of simple productions, transportation management, order management and a whole accounting system. If we compare it with MRP (Materials Resource Planning), the ancestor of the…
Flight Training Show in Le Bourget
Cockpit4u recently attended as an exhibitor at the Flight Training Show held in Le Bourget, France from the 5th till 7th of February 2010.
The conference brought together career entrants, members of flight schools and other stakeholders of the aviation sector in France. Besides being an excellent networking opportunity, the Flight Training Show also discussed key issues affecting the industry like regulations, training issues and language requirements.
"The show was very successful…
Emerson & Cuming Microwave Products Announces New Website Launch for MetalTag™ P …
Randolph, MA – February 11, 2010-- Emerson & Cuming Microwave Products, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of its new website for its MetalTag™ product line. MetalTag™ utilizes expertly engineered materials to solve the common problems associated with UHF & HF tagging in harsh metal and liquid environments.
Located at RFIDMetalTag.com, this website is equipped with detailed product information and an extensive technical database. This user-friendly site serves as…
Cockpit4u - cooperation agreement has been signed with FORTAS Group
Cockpit4u announced today that a cooperation agreement has been signed with FORTAS Group for the development and implementation of a Fuel Management Training (FMT) platform for airlines and corporate operators.
The program addresses the fuel management options pilots have, in all phases of flight. By auditing the existing fuel conservation policies of airlines, our team can pin-point where fuel is misused and correct the situation by direct training to flight crews.…
Logistics Provider ChemLogix, LLC Named Sterling Commerce 2009 Reseller of The Y …
ChemLogix LLC, the leading provider of comprehensive chemical industry transportation management and technology services (chemlogix.com), was recently honored by Sterling Commerce as the 2009 Reseller of the Year for Sterling Transportation Management System (TMS). The award recognizes ChemLogix’ excellence in providing chemical industry logistics solutions that leverage Sterling TMS. ChemLogix delivers on-demand TMS solutions as well as customized management outsourcing services to global chemical shippers, providing real-time visibility into…
Montech at LogiMAT 2010
The Swiss intralogistic specialist Montech AG is exhibiting at LogiMAT 2010, showing the Montrac transport system and its range of belt conveyors.
From 2 to 4 March 2010, at LogiMAT, Hall 1, Booth 407, Montech will show how many companies could optimize their intralogistic and increase efficiency by adopting the Montrac system. “The efficiency of operations in all company areas, especially intralogistics, is more and more critical,” said Gianluca Aloisi,…
Perceptant Unveil Global Import-Export Solution for Freight Forwarding, Third Pa …
Perceptant iHUB Import Export (IE) 2.0 brings Freight Forwarders, Third Party Logistics (3PL) companies and Global Trade Management providers an on-demand, fully-mapped messaging solution for the global exchange of import and export documentation
Perceptant, the on-demand supply chain management company, today announced the availability of iHUB Import Export 2.0, its latest suite of supply chain management solutions and services for freight forwarders, global trade management companies and third party logistic providers.…
Axxom achieves significant sales and profit growth in 2009
Axxom Software AG has closed the 2009 fiscal year with a significant sales and profit growth. The company recorded a double-digit percental revenue increase. Axxom’s earnings developed positively with a remarkable increase, too. The Munich-based company also is confident about the current year, expecting similar growth rates.
A strong international business was Axxom’s key growth driver. Large-volume orders from Brazil, Japan and the USA increased the foreign sales volume to…
Airline Training Support
First Wizz Air course 2010 has successfully completed the Type Rating Airbus A320
“In the critical area of flight crew training, only the very best is good enough. For airlines worldwide, flexible and customer tailored training courses that are designed and delivered to suit the needs of each individual are the only acceptable standard.”, says Stefan Heuss Head of Training and Managing Director Cockpit4u.
Training outsourcing has several cost effective characteristics, the…
PINC Solutions Named by Food Logistics among Top 100 Solution Providers
BERKELEY, CA, January 26, 2010 – PINC Solutions, the leader in cost-effective yard management solutions based on real-time asset visibility technology, has been selected by Food Logistics Magazine among the FL100 companies for 2009. The FL100 is an annual listing of top-100 technology and solution providers that are helping grocery and foodservice manufacturers and distributors to reach their business goals and gain a competitive advantage. The selection is based on…
FSO AFRICA UPDATE
Euronav NV (EURONEXT BRUSSELS: EURN) today announces that TI Africa Ltd, the joint venture in which OSG and Euronav NV each has a 50% interest, has received a notice of termination from Maersk Oil Qatar concerning the services contract related to the FSO Africa, a vessel currently under conversion to a Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) service vessel.
The joint venture contests the termination notice and continues to believe that…
GOOD 2009 RESULT FOR CMB
CMB’s executive committee has discussed the preliminary results for the full year 2009.
The consolidated result for 2009 is estimated to be EUR 119 million, compared to EUR 212 million in 2008.
Bocimar’s contribution to the 2009 consolidated result amounts to EUR 121 million (2008: EUR 245 million).
Bocimar’s result for the fourth quarter takes into account a total capital gain of EUR 23 million realised on the sale of the vessels…
‘Freight stars’ are recognised by the UK international forwarders’ association …
The UK’s most prestigious logistics and supply chain industry awards were given to the best of the British freight forwarding sector at a milestone awards ceremony – the 21st – hosted by author and broadcaster Mrs Frances Edmonds.
Finalists, sponsors and industry figures attended the glittering ceremony, held in London on 21 January, to celebrate the 21st Annual Lunch and Awards Ceremony of the British International Freight Association (BIFA).
The…
IT-TRANS: HaCon presents timetable information for Google Android
Hanover/Karlsruhe. Android is Google's new operating system for mobile devices, which also offers new possibilities concerning the timetable information system HAFAS by HaCon. Although the number of devices currently on the market is still manageable, soaring numbers are expected: Finally, the features are not less comfortable than those of the iPhone. In addition, Android will provide a good opportunity for software. Through the open operating system other applications can easily…
ADSI Strengthens Its solutions Business with the Addition of Shipping Industry V …
After 23 years at UPS, ADSI acquires shipping expert to lead the strategy and direction of the company’s shipping solutions and strategic partnerships.
ADSI, a leading systems integrator of distribution, wireless and shipping automation, announced today the appointment of Jeff Johns as Director of Business Development. Mr. Johns will be leading ADSI’s software strategy initiatives and partnership program across the United States.
In his new position, Mr. Johns will be responsible…
Datex Corporation procures a spot on the Food Logistics Top 100 IT Providers Lis …
Clearwater, FL. (Jan. 14, 2010) – Datex, a leader in providing warehouse management solutions to the supply chain industry, announces they have received a spot on the Food Logistics Magazine Top 100 List. For the past six years Food Logistics, a magazine focused exclusively on the food supply chain industry, has recognized the top 100 technology and solutions providers dedicated to assisting the efforts of distributors and manufacturers.…
A change in the management for Montech AG
As of 1 January 2010, Daniel Pauli is the new CEO of the Swiss company Montech AG based in Derendingen. Pauli is replacing Alessandro Sibilia, who will take up the role of Managing Board delegate for strategic projects and partnerships.
Daniel Pauli has been working at Montech for 19 years, covering several jobs; since 2004, he has been the COO within the Managing Board.
Montech AG markets basic modular components that automate…
Portable device "Explonix" detects explosives on passengers and in aircraft
The foiled bomb attack in a Delta Airlines aircraft during Christmas has led to a renewed discussion about security at airports and in airplanes.
Costs, effectiveness, ethical issues and alternatives to the body scanner will be compared.
Exactly at the height of this debate, a technology moves into focus, which will fulfill everyone's expectations. Inexpensive to operate, and easy to use on a large scale, it can reliably detect explosives on…
The Noco Company Announces New BCX Booster Cables
Cleveland, OH, December 29, 2009: NOCO®, a global leader in battery products and accessories, today announced the projected market introduction date for its new BCX Booster Cables. The new “BCX Booster Cables” was developed for the professional mechanical who demands higher performance products. The BCX Booster Cables manufactured by NOCO are a hi-output Booster Cable that delivers more power than traditional Booster Cables, which features: (1) an injection…
Intellect Technologies launches Intell eISF (10+2) Solution
Intellect Technologies released it’s newly updated ISF ‘10+2’ web based solution as the Customs enforcement deadline approaches.
Intellect Technologies, a leading developer of innovative solutions for the transportation and supply chain management market has released the latest version of its ISF compliance suite. The ISF “10+2” module is a part of Intellect’s Intell eCustoms suite of programs which also includes AES and AMS functionality. As a certified U.S. Customs…
Peninsula of Boston invests in growth by implementing Datex FootPrint® 3PL WMS
Peninsula of Boston has announced the solution for the automation of their warehousing operation, Datex’s FootPrint® WMS. Peninsula sought out a system that would provide real-time on-line visibility for customers, improve internal inventory control and allow them to streamline their operations, eliminating errors and increasing inventory throughput.
Peninsula of Boston has been providing dedicated service for fresh seafood, refrigerated storage, consolidated distribution and freight forwarding for over 40 years.…
Express Technologies Expands Logistics Data Center
WEXFORD, PA – December 17, 2009 – Express Technologies has announced a major expansion to its LoadTech Logistics Data Center.
Originally opened in January 2007, the data center provides high-availability and high-capacity logistics platforms for the LoadTech transportation software. The center offers true cloud computing and logistics-software-as-a-service.
The expansion more than doubles the center’s capacity. The new state-of-the-art technology ensures that the company will remain a leader in enterprise…
Chapman Freeborn assists with Russian probe launch
Chapman Freeborn has provided a series of charters to Northern Russia to support the launch of two satellites from Plesetsk Cosmodrome.
The aircraft charter specialist assisted with the preparations to launch to the widely-anticipated SMOS/Proba-2 on November 2nd by providing seven flights for engineers and European Space Agency (ESA) representatives over a two-month period.
Flight operations commenced on August 31st, with an initial TU 134A charter to fly 21 specialists from Moscow…
ADSI Continues Expansion with New Hire Jeff Kukkola as Systems Engineer
New dedicated pre-sales position solidifies the company’s strength and presence in mobile computing, bar code and wireless solutions within Wisconsin, Minnesota and Northern Iowa.
Illinois - ADSI, a leading systems integrator of distribution, wireless and shipping automation announced today that Mr. Jeff Kukkola has joined the company as Systems Engineer. Mr. Kukkola will be instrumental in expanding ADSI’s commitment to field mobility, multi-carrier shipping solution, warehouse/distribution solutions and complete systems integration…
Project cargo forwarding requires new solutions for air lift in the future
Project cargo forwarding has been on a roll in the last few years, but for those forwarders that rely on air freight movements, there are a number of challenges on the horizon that may very well impact on their business model within the next decade.
That is the opinion of Jawad Kamel, founder and CEO of Istanbul-based project forwarder Advance International Transport.
He says: “The first challenge is the…
UK forwarders ‘not surprised’ by US climbdown on 100% container scanning
According to John O’Connell, Director – Trade Services at the British International Freight Association (BIFA) – bifa.org - it was “hardly surprising” to hear the recent news that the US Department for Homeland Security (DHS) would effectively not be able to meet its 2012 deadline to implement its goal of 100 percent inbound container scanning.
Mr O’Connell said: “As BIFA has said repeatedly, the DHS has consistently underestimated the…
BIFA’s Clive Broadley is the new president of CLECAT
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) (bifa.org) welcomes the appointment of Clive Broadley as president of CLECAT, the Brussels based European Association for forwarding, transport, logistic and customs services.
CLECAT’s membership consists of the majority of national freight forwarder associations throughout the EU and its prime purpose is to guard and promote the freight forwarding sector’s interests at European level.
Mr Broadley takes over from Jean-Claude Delen who has…
New Concept for Supply Chain Optimization
With ORion-PI® Network Scale Savings Axxom Software AG has developed a new approach for even more realistic and efficient supply chain optimization. The concept allows users to consider complexity costs and economy of scale effects when analysing and improving their logistics and production networks. From 2nd to 4th of March 2010 Axxom presents the approach for the first time at trade fair LogiMAT in Stuttgart (hall 5, booth 240).
Today, transport,…
Compare and save planning Pensacola moving services with State Wide Relocation
Miami, Florida,8.12.2009 - Calling up companies for moving quotes was once considered both time consuming and mystifying. When considering important things like how to get commodities packed, how to handle or ship fragile and precious items while moving, it will be essential to decide what to get rid of and what to move so as to plan the move accordingly. This is where the moving company statewiderelocation.com comes in.
With…
GM India inks MoU with Oriental Bank of Commerce for Vehicle Financing
General Motors India and Oriental Bank of Commerce have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to finance the sale of GM India vehicles both at wholesale and retail levels. The agreement was signed by Mr. Ankush Arora, Vice President, Sales, Marketing and After sales, GM India and Mr. A.K Tangri, General Manager (RDRPSCD), Oriental Bank of Commerce in the presence of Mr. Karl Slym, President & Managing Director, GM India…
Chevrolet Spark bags the Top J D Power Awards for Quality in 2009
Chevrolet Spark has won the top award for quality for the third consecutive year in the India Automotive Initial Quality Study announced by J.D Power Asia Pacific 2009. The victory validates the growing popularity of Chevrolet brand in the country and GM India’s commitment to produce world-class vehicles for this market. Despite stiff competition, the Chevrolet Spark was ranked the highest in the compact car segment in this…
SY "HORIZONS" offshore the south coast of New Zealand in distress
On 27 July 2009 the German Mr. Bernt Luechtenborg left from Cuxhaven in Germany with his SY “Horizons” to sail twice around the world. Equiped with a satellite-based tracking system from SatPro could the recent and passed positions be followed by interested parties on the hompepage:
www.sail2horizons.com.
On 22 November 2009 Luechtenborg had to send a distress alarm, because the SY “Horizons” was unable to manoeuvre by her own due to…
Logistics Services Provider ChemLogix Announces Ezeuzoh Promotion to Chief Finan …
ChemLogix, LLC, logistics services provider to the chemical industry (chemlogix.com), announces the promotion of Francis Ezeuzoh to the position of Chief Financial Officer. In his new role, Francis will oversee all financial operations worldwide, augmenting the company’s management team as ChemLogix continues its growth and expansion into new markets.
“Since joining ChemLogix last year, Francis has made a significant contribution in improving our overall financial controls and processes,” noted…
UNITS Mobile Storage Celebrates Holidays By Giving Back To Local Community
Orange County, Ca- Across the nation, schools and charities have experienced a lag in funding due to the recession. Businesses and families have had to scale down charitable donations and educational funding has been slashed by the government. UNITS Mobile Storage of Orange County has stepped in to help in an unconventional way- through the gift of storage. The mobile storage franchise has donated several of its…
Advance International helps power Bulgarian shipbuilding
November 26 - Global project cargo forwarder Advance International Transport Inc has commenced a three-year contract to provide heavy lift transport management services for Japanese-built ship engines destined for a multi bulk-carrier order being undertaken at a leading Bulgarian shipyard.
The Bulyard Shipbuilding Industry EAD is the largest shipbuilding enterprise in Bulgaria and the company designs and constructs ships up to 100,000 dwt.
The 235-tonne engines are being built by Tokyo-based…
European project for integration of UAS: Unmanned aircraft to conquer the skies
The European project INOUI for the integration of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) into non-segregated airspace – airspace where all air traffic is authorised to fly according to established procedures – will present its research results at a forum in Cologne, Germany, on 1 and 2 December. The forum is open to all interested UAS stakeholders. Around one hundred participants have already registered. INOUI is commissioned by the Directorate General for…
Montenegro Airlines Aims for Continued Success through Strategic Approach to EU …
Frankfurt-Karben, Germany / 24 November, 2009:
As an airline committed to opening new routes and increasing the number of passengers served, management at Montenegro Airlines understood that the challenges of the EU ETS needed to be met with a strategic and expert approach. GALLEHR+PARTNER were appointed to support them in putting together their monitoring plans.
“Following attendance at a conference held by GALLEHR+PARTNER, we decided that this company was ideally positioned…
Datex’s Discover ‘09 User Conference a Tremendous Success.
St. Pete Beach, FL (November 23, 2009)-The Datex Corporation announces the recent completion and success of the Discover ‘09 User Conference held October 20-23, 2009 at the historic Don Cesar Beach Resort in St. Pete Beach, FL. The user conference, created on behalf of Datex clientele, boasted an impressive learning schedule, extensive networking opportunities, hands on demonstrations, luxury accommodations, and a variety of fun and relaxing night time…
Swiss Federal Railways SBB give Supplier Award 2009 to software house HaCon
Hanover/Bern. The Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) has now awarded the Hanover-based software company HaCon with the SBB Best Supplier Award 2009 in the category "information technologies”. On the first corporate group wide supplier day HaCon managing director Peter Talke, representative for the entire team, received the prize of SBB CIO Peter Kummer. The supplier day on November 12th was held in the framework of the Trade Fair for the Public…
Transatlantic connection – A comparison of different standards for trailer conne …
To be internationally successful, a company needs internationally applicable products. With connector systems, for instance, there is the problem that various industrial standards are valid all over the world. Therefore, the compatibility of connectors from different countries cannot always be guaranteed, and the applicability of a particular system is limited. An example for that is the 7-pin trailer connector which is used in the commercial vehicle and agricultural industry: These…
Exmar extraordinary shareholders’ meeting
The extraordinary shareholders’ meeting held today, 13th November 2009 has, subject to the approval of a prospectus by the CBFA and the signing of a hard underwriting agreement with the underwriting syndicate, decided to increase the share capital with a maximum of EUR 100 million by issuing new shares with VVPR strips. All existing shareholders will have the opportunity to participate in the transaction through the exercise of preferential rights.
The…
HKL BAUMASCHINEN is Exclusive Partner of Kramer and Presents New Kramer Wheel Lo …
Besides new wheel loaders with agricultural equipment, HKL shows an interesting range of used machines as well as rental machines for agricultural purposes
(Hamburg, November 10, 2009). As the exclusive partner of Kramer in Northern Germany, HKL BAUMASCHINEN shows some products of Kramer’s current portfolio at this year’s Agritechnica in Hanover. In addition, Germany’s leading provider of rent construction machines presents an interesting offer of used machines and also of its…
B3 is the only cable manufacturer in the World holding Network Rail approval for …
B3 Cable Solutions is celebrating the fact that it is the only cable manufacturer holding Network Rail Product Acceptance for both RT/E/PS00031 and NR/L2/SIG30060 specifications, having been granted its latest Product Acceptance on 12th October 2009.
This approval - part of an ongoing product acceptance strategy - reinforces B3’s position as a world leader in the development and production of high-spec cable for mass transit markets. 'Having shared industry expertise to…
GRSI announces FastTrak 3.0 warehouse execution suite (WES)
GRSI announces updated FastTrak® 3.0 warehouse execution suite (WES) software for automating, integrating, planning, and controlling warehouse activities from receiving to shipping. Automated equipment and manual operations are coordinated to optimize accuracy, efficiency, throughput, and resource utilization. A major enhancement of the newly released FastTrak version 3.0 WES is the integration of full-function, wall-to-wall warehouse inventory management capabilities into the core product. The FastTrak WES is composed…
DSM wins Innovation in Environment Award for lightweight air-cargo container pan …
Royal DSM N.V., the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company headquartered in the Netherlands, today announces that it is awarded the international AVK award in Innovations and Environment for a new, light weight version of air-cargo containers. The containers help airlines to cut carbon emissions by 28,000 ton a year, the equivalent of taking more than 8500 cars off the road.
The award is granted for the development of…
Biggest B2B and Informative Shipping Platform Launched
SHIPPINGPLATFORM Online Pvt. Ltd. has announced the launch of ShippingPlatform.com, a B2B shipping marketplace, freight exchange and informative portal, which has come into existence after 3 years of extensive research and development with the purpose of facilitating international trade, global logistics and the shipping industry through the use of latest innovations, online interactive applications and web technologies.
The brain behind this concept, a 24-year young entrepreneur, Mr Pragnesh Karia, says, “Shipping…
CREAM partners call for a capable container terminal for the Sofia region
Hanover/Sofia. The operating partners of the EU project CREAM (Customer-driven Rail-freight services on a European mega-corridor based on Advanced business and operating models) and further stakeholder from the transport sector have executed a declaration to support the development of intermodal transport in Bulgaria. They underline the need to strengthen the position of rail in South East Europe. Now the declaration has been handed over to the Bulgarian government.
Due to…
