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Why African Airlines Are Really Vulnerable to Virus Impact
The coronavirus pandemic has brought the global aviation industry to its knees, and African carriers are particularly vulnerable as they seek assistance from governments already…
Air Zimbabwe to Place Some Employees on Leave Due to Virus
Zimbabwe’s troubled national airline will place some if its employees on indefinite unpaid leave from April 23 as the coronavirus pandemic has grounded its operations.
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Airbus Chops Output by Third in Grim Virus Hit Measure
Airbus SE slashed its aircraft output by a third in a stark concession to the coronavirus pandemic that’s upended the aviation industry.
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Trump Says Bailout Proposal for Airlines May Come by Weekend
The president said Thursday at a White House briefing that he met with Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao to work on…
North American Rail Shippers Association cancels 2020 Annual Meeting
The North American Rail Shippers Association (NARS) today announced the cancellation of its 2020 Annual Meeting planned on May 12-14, 2020 in Kansas City, MO.
Drewry’s new operational metrics help quantify multiple risks, particularly for shippers
Drewry’s new weekly analysis of AIS data on cancelled sailings and spot market freight rates intelligence signal major areas of concern for shippers. Combined new…
First edition of COVID19 Port Economic Impact Barometer confirms cargo build up at some ports and fairly stable port worker availability
New WPSP Weekly Port Economic Impact Barometer reports steady overall port cargo volumes last week with some dips, and significantly reduced passenger and cruise vessel…
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IAG Cargo transports over 1,000 tons of essential medical equipment and supplies
IAG Cargo is operating a global network of cargo-only flights to keep vital medical supplies moving across the world to support the fight against COVID-19.
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Offshore drillers to see contract cancellations of up to $3 billion till 2021, many to need restructuring
The Covid-19 epidemic and the ongoing oil price war have ravaged global energy markets during the last two months, and offshore drilling in particular is…
CEVA Logistics and Mondadori Group renew logistics partnership for a further five years
CEVA Logistics has further extended its market-leading position as a book logistics provider in Italy through the renewal of its contract with Mondadori Group, the…