IATA WCS 2017: shippers’ survey finds air cargo more competitive

Results of the IATA Shippers’ Survey which is carried out every two years have been revealed at IATA’s World Cargo Symposium in Abu Dhabi today – and it found more shippers’ believe air cargo is more competitive than before. IATA’s head of cargo, Glyn Hughes says the global shippers satisfaction rating remains seven out of […]

Shippers invited to engage with Cargo iQ

Cargo iQ executive director Ariaen Zimmerman has invited the International Air Cargo Association’s (TIACA) Shipper’s Advisory Council to talk to the International Air Transport Association interest-group. He has invited the council to articulate their questions and try to “find a place to optimise” by speaking with Cargo iQ, which was rebranded from Cargo 2000 in […]

TIACA adds stellar shippers to committee and improves website

Shippers from a cross-section of global industries have joined the International Air Cargo Association’s (TIACA) Shipper Advisory Committee. TIACA announced the news at its Executive Summit in Miami today. Representatives from Chanel Fragrances and Beauté, Ericsson, and Sandvik Machining Solutions will be joining chairman Lars J.T. Droog (pictured right) – manager of supply chain and general […]

Ericsson service manager urges more shipper emphasis

Telecommunications and IT equipment cargo often needs a fast, flexible and efficient transportation service as many shipments are to meet urgent customer needs. However, it seems some shippers are not happy with the air cargo industry and the levels of service and attention they are getting across the supply chain. Ericsson’s global service innovation manager, […]