o9 launches first-of-its-kind ESG technology
AI software platform provider o9 Solutions has announced the launch of a set of sustainability solutions that are embedded in its integrated business planning platform, including product and enterprise environmental footprint measurement, full traceability, ESG risk management, ESG-enabled business planning, sustainable sourcing and supply chain circularity. The first offering of its kind in the supply chain […]
Luxembourg airfreight market continues to flourish
Air cargo is vitally important to Luxembourg and there is no country of a similar size where the industry has such a standing. Last year, more than 800,000 tonnes were handled at Luxembourg Airport, ranking it the sixth busiest in Europe and is looking to handle about 900,000 tonnes in 2017. Cluster for Logistics (C4L) […]
Lofty future sustainability targets set by UPS
UPS has announced new sustainability goals to add more alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles to its fleet while increasing its reliance on renewable energy sources. The goals were detailed in the integrator’s 2016 Corporate Sustainability Report, and it says it supports its commitment to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions from global ground operations […]
Revenue falls, but earnings and operating profit up at DHL
In the 2016 financial year – Deutsche Post DHL Group posted record earnings and operating profit climbed by 45 per cent, but revenue fell. The Group’s revenue fell by 3.2 per cent year-on-year (YOY) in 2016 to €57.3 billion, but earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) reached €3.5 billion, up 44.8 per cent over the prior-year figure, while […]
ICAO: Agreement on international aviation CO2 emissions expected
A landmark agreement on international aviation carbon emissions is expected when world governments gather for the 39th International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Assembly. Over 2,000 Ministers and high-ranking government officials were at the Montréal headquarters of ICAO yesterday, for the launch of the UN aviation agency’s 39th Triennial Assembly. One of the most ambitious events of its […]
GSF says aviation needs global climate change deal
The aviation sector must agree a global deal to tackle climate change says the Global Shippers’ Forum (GSF) in its new Aviation Emissions Policy Statement – pointing out the importance of airfreight to shippers. GSF says the sector is a key enabler of economic growth and social development – and represents two per cent of global carbon emissions, […]
IATA urges states to sign-up for carbon offset scheme
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is urging states to sign up to the Carbon Offset and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). IATA says it is optimistic for an agreement when governments meet for the 39th Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization later this month. The draft negotiating text for CORSIA, published on 2 September […]
