AFKLMP partners with Dutch Brunel Solar Team for 2024 Sasol Solar Challenge in South Africa
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) is thrilled to announce its renewed partnership with the Brunel Solar Team for the 2024 Sasol Solar Challenge in South Africa from 13 through 20 September 2024. As partners, we hope to help the team win this prestigious solar race for the fifth time! Pursuing our commitment to innovation […]
Keeping it cool
Over the past few years, the cool chain for pharma has evolved in four very different, yet important ways: There is more focus on regulatory requirements and their compliance; advanced monitoring and tracking technologies are the norm and being automated; diversification of transport modes and routes to spread the risk; and there is a greater […]
Investing in the future of airfreight
Air France KLM Martinair (AFKLMP) Cargo has been investing in its hubs and cool-chain infrastructure to support growth and optimise service levels for pharma and perishables. It has also fully renovated its Chicago hub, which is their third-largest station, making it a key investment. Apart from infrastructure and facility-related investments, the carrier is also heavily […]
Driving customer value is key in a competitive market
In the past year, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo has seen a sharp increase in passenger demand, while the demand for airfreight has been affected by rising inflation and changing geopolitical dynamics. Consequently, overall yields have been decreasing compared to last year. “The 2020-2022 period was rather specific, obviously, leading to a unique market situation […]
Taking healthcare logistics to new heights
The growth of the pharma freight sector presents both challenges and opportunities for the logistics industry. After struggling with capacity constraints during the Covid pandemic, there has been a strong return of passenger travel which means additional belly capacity and airlines increasing frequencies across all regions. This, coupled with the prevailing economic downturn and resulting […]
AIT Worldwide Logistics and Air France KLM Martinair Cargo take landmark step in sustainability
At the prestigious annual ball of the Netherland-America Foundation (NAF) on 18th November in New York, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) presented its Sustainability Award to AIT Worldwide Logistics. This award, received by AIT Worldwide Logistics’ CIO & EVP, Ray Fennelly, underscores the tremendous efforts AIT has made this year to become a […]
AFKLMP enhances cargo solutions
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo has launched a new PLUS service level, reflecting its ongoing commitment to improving product quality and service standards. Available with immediate effect, this new service is specifically intended for cargo shipments requiring extra priority. It seamlessly complements our existing product range and provides a wide array of benefits for key […]
Digital journey drives customer experience
In a bid to enhance customer experience and streamline operations, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) has been actively investing in its digital strategy. Over the past six years, AFKLMP Cargo has been developing its proprietary customer platform, myCargo. This platform was built in-house, leveraging a mix of technical experts and industry insiders. “This […]
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo receives IATA CEIV Lithium Batteries certification
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo has announced the successful attainment of the IATA Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators Lithium Batteries (CEIV Li- batt) certification for Air France Cargo and its hubs at Paris Charles de Gaulle and Chicago O’Hare. Safety is a top priority at Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo), ensuring the […]
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo takes customer service in airfreight to new heights with Salesforce and Vonage
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) has partnered with Salesforce and Vonage to innovate its global customer service with a new Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solution. This provides customers with faster, better service by phone and digital channels, integrated into a single platform, with more tailored support. AFKLMP Cargo aims to deliver the best […]
AFKLMP Cargo opens newly configured and renovated warehouse at Chicago O’Hare International Airport
As experts in connectivity, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) wants to ensure that its customers’ cargo can get to as many places as possible. The opening of AFKLMP Cargo’s newly renovated warehouse at Chicago O’Hare International Airport means this is now not only a wish, but a guarantee. Chicago O’Hare International (ORD) is […]
Creating smooth connections across the globe
With 300 destinations across 120 countries, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) operates one of the most extensive flight networks in the world. Alongside an expansive network, as an experienced carrier, AFKLMP Cargo understands the importance of working to tailor services to the specific logistical needs of their customers. With hubs at Paris Charles de […]
Martinair places order for four new A350F aircraft
Martinair, part of the KLM Group, has placed a firm order with Airbus for four new A350F freighter aircraft. Martinair is the operating carrier for KLM Cargo. The four A350Fs emit over 40% less CO2 and make 50% less noise than their predecessors. The new aircraft will replace the current Boeing 747 freighters from the […]
Metro Shipping Ltd joins AFKLMP Cargo’s SAF programme
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) has announced that Metro Shipping Ltd has joined its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) programme. Birmingham-headquartered Metro Shipping is the first of our customers in the United Kingdom to invest in our SAF programme, confirming our shared ambition to contribute to the development of sustainable aviation. Grant Liddell, Metro’s […]
Air France-KLM CO₂ emissions reduction targets for 2030 approved by the SBTi
The Air France-KLM Group and its airlines are committed to reducing their environmental footprint as part of a transparent and responsible approach to sustainability, including a commitment by Air France-KLM to reduce its well-to-wake scope 1 and 3 jet fuel greenhouse gas protocol emissions by 30% per revenue tonne kilometre (RTK) by 2030 compared to […]
DHL Global Forwarding and Air France KLM Martinair Cargo further expand sustainability cooperation
At the Netherland-America Foundation’s (NAF) prestigious annual ball on 18 November in New York, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) presented its Sustainability Award to DHL Global Forwarding. This award, received by DHL Global Forwarding’s Americas CEO, Tim Robertson, is not only a clear sign of appreciation for the partnership between AFKLMP Cargo and […]
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo and Jan de Rijk Logistics introduce new LHV
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) and Jan de Rijk Logistics have joined forces to take the new Long Heavy Vehicle (LHV) into operation. This completely new truck combination will run on BioFuel – Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil 100 (HVO100). The big advantage of using an LHV is the huge volume of cargo it can […]
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo transports Brunel Solar Team’s car
On Saturday 6 August, the Nuna 11s – the solar car that the Dutch Brunel Solar Team will drive in South Africa’s Sasol Solar Challenge – departed Schiphol Airport for Johannesburg. The vehicle was transported on a Boeing 747 freighter operated by Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP), the team’s logistics partner this year. AFKLMP […]
Air France-KLM 2021 Sustainable Development Report published
Air France-KLM has published its 2021 Sustainability Report, accessible here. This fully digital report outlines the group’s actions to accelerate its environmental transition and to promote diversity and inclusion in all its businesses. At the same time, Air France-KLM presents “Destination Sustainability”, a programme bringing together the Group’s ambitions on the environment and climate change on the […]
AFKLMP Cargo partners with the Dutch Solar Team
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) is partnering with the Dutch Solar Team to compete in the Sasol Solar Challenge in South Africa from 9 to 16 September 2022. Building on Air France KLM Martinair Cargo’s record of innovating to achieve greater sustainability in transport, AFKLMP will be the Dutch Solar Team’s logistical partner in […]
‘Modify my booking’ now available on AFKLMP Cargo’s customer portal myCargo
AFKLMP is launching a new feature in myCargo called “Modify my booking”, a new self-service solution in myCargo that gives customers an easy option to alter their booking anytime, anywhere. MyCargo allows AFKLMP customers to create quotes, make bookings, track shipments, manage claims and access general information. ‘Modify my booking’ is the latest addition to […]
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo introduces HERE TO CONNECT
It hardly needs to be repeated that the pandemic has wreaked waves of disruption across the world. Our ways of living, working, and communicating have been significantly impacted on an unprecedented scale – and the cargo industry has been no exception. However, we cannot let disruption become disconnection. Connection is our purpose and our mission, […]
AFKLMP Cargo welcomes Total Touch Cargo to its SAF programme
Total Touch Cargo Holland BV (TTC) and Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) entered into a partnership within the framework of the airline’s sustainable aviation fuel programme. Under the partnership, AFKLMP Cargo will use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on selected cargo flights from Nairobi – Kenya to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, carrying TTC’s fresh agricultural […]
AFKLMP strengthens Sinotrans ties with Cargo SAF Programme
Sinotrans Global E-commerce Logistics has joined the Air France KLM Martinair Cargo Sustainable Aviation Fuel Programme on its Hangzhou-Amsterdam route. The Cargo SAF Programme enables shippers and forwarders to power a share of their flights with sustainable aviation fuel, a cleaner substitute for conventional jet fuel, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 85%. Participation in […]
First Asia operation joins AFKLMP Cargo SAF programme.
Hellmann’s Middle East South Asia operation is the first in the region to join the Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) programme. The Middle East South Asia (MESA) operation of Hellmann Worldwide, one of the largest global logistics service providers has become the first in the region to join the […]
Airpharm Logistics join AFKLMP’s SAF programme
Airpharm Logistics S.A.U. is the first Spanish forwarder to join the Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) programme. SAF is a jet fuel made from renewable sources such as cooking oil and is a sustainable alternative to fossil fuel that reduces carbon emissions by a minimum of 75%. It is […]
Forwarders join AFKLMP’s SAF programme
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) last week signed agreements with two leading Dutch freight forwarders – Best Global Logistics and Fast Forward Freight – for participation in their Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) programme. Best Global Logistics (BGL) has joined the AFKLMP SAF programme for its 2021 marine logistics shipments (ship spares), as a crucial […]
AFKLMP Cargo welcomes Koppert Biological Systems to its SAF programme
Koppert Biological Systems and Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) entered into a partnership today within the framework of the airline’s sustainable aviation fuel programme. Under the partnership, AFKLMP Cargo will use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on selected international cargo flights carrying Koppert’s agricultural and horticultural products for biological pest control. SAF is a […]
AFKLMP opens 24/7 vaccine centre
Since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, the world has been eagerly awaiting vaccines to defeat the virus. Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) understands how important it is to keep vital supply chains running smoothly. To deliver the best possible service for these essential shipments, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo has set up a […]
AFKLMP fly vaccines to the Caribbean
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo yesterday flew to Bonaire and Aruba for the first time from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol carrying a shipment of Covid-19 vaccines. It is the first of several shipments that will deliver the vaccines to the various islands in the coming weeks. The vaccines were loaded into the aircraft in the presence of […]
