Delta Cargo partners with Freightos’ WebCargo and 7LFreight for instant digital quotes and bookings
WebCargo by Freightos, a leading independent booking and payment platform for the international freight industry, is excited to announce a new collaboration with Delta Cargo. The collaboration enhances Freightos’ WebCargo and 7LFreight platforms’ offering to freight forwarders by providing expanded access to real-time digital pricing and booking options for Delta Cargo’s U.S. export and domestic […]
Delta Cargo approves DoKaSch Opticooler RKN for temperature control
In a significant move to further enhance its pharmaceutical logistics capabilities, Delta Cargo has announced the technical approval of DoKaSch Temperature Solutions‘ Opticooler RKN. This approval enables the Atlanta-based carrier to integrate the Opticooler® RKN onto its aircraft, offering customers an additional reliable and high-quality solution for pharmaceutical transport across its extensive global network. READ: […]
Delta Cargo: Door-to-door deliveries
In the e-commerce shipping sector, time and efficiency can significantly impact business success; the speed of moving goods is crucial for customer retention and cost optimisation. READ: Korean Air’s green flight path Traditional carriers can take up to seven days for ground shipping, so expanding shipping options beyond traditional carriers allows businesses more flexibility and […]
Delta Cargo selects IBS Software to power digital transformation
Delta Cargo has selected IBS Software’s iCargo platform to digitally transform its operations, increase profitability and provide better service to customers and partners. The full iCargo management suite will be implemented to provide Delta Cargo with an end-to-end view of its air value chain, delivering real-time operational insight to enable proactive data-led business decision making. […]
Delta celebrates 75 years in the air cargo industry
Delta Cargo is marking its 75th anniversary, tracing its humble beginnings from a shipment of fresh mushrooms. Seventy-five years ago, Delta made its official but humble entry into the cargo business: 200 pounds of freshly picked mushrooms loaded aboard a DC-3 destined for Atlanta, making farm-to-table a possibility decades before it became a culinary hashtag. […]
“Delta’s vision is zero-impact aviation”
As passenger flights slowly begin to increase again, the industry is preparing for a post-COVID world. TIACA called to action key challenges that face the industry, two being digitalisation and sustainability, which are key to adapting to world the other side of the pandemic. Rob Walpole, vice president, Delta Cargo explained to ACW how Delta […]
Delta Cargo bolsters commercial and operations leadership
Delta Cargo has announced two key leadership positions in the organisation. Jannie Davel joins the airline as managing director–commercial, and Vishal Bhatnagar has been promoted to managing director–global cargo operations, both effective immediately. “Jannie and Vishal are visionary industry leaders, providing real strength to our leadership team as we accelerate our journey towards best-in-class service, […]
Delta Cargo’s new high-tech cooler for vaccine transport
The safe, reliable and efficient transportation of pharmaceutical products is a key focus for Delta Cargo. To support that goal, the airline has approved the DoKaSch Opticooler RAP container for use on Delta aircraft as part of its cold chain pharma program for the safe transportation of vaccines. This high-end, state-of-the-art climate-control solution offers pharmaceutical […]
Delta Cargo Launches API connection
Cargo customers can now connect their own operating platforms directly to Delta Cargo using Delta’s new free Application Program Interface (API). This connective technology enables our customers to seamlessly send and receive real-time requests directly to Delta from their own system. Through the API connection, customers can now easily shop, book and track their shipments from their own platforms: […]
Fifty years of Delta Cargo’s DASH
Delta Cargo is celebrating the 50th anniversary of DASH, its service for same-day express shipping for small packages throughout the U.S. Since its launch, DASH has grown to be one of Delta Cargo’s most popular cargo products, fostering the launch of a range of innovative DASH products that deliver heavy equipment, life-saving organs for transplant and more. “Delta […]
Delta Cargo partners with PayCargo to offer new payment platform
Delta Cargo has partnered with online payment platform PayCargo and Unisys to offer customers an additional option to pay for their shipments’ destination charges. The new service for cargo shipments that originated internationally and delivered throughout the US. will be available from tomorrow (July 10, 2020). PayCargo is the world’s leading online payment platform for […]
Delta Cargo launches charter operation
Delta Cargo is launching charter operations to satisfy demand from corporate customers who need reliable transportation services in this time of uncertainty. The following 13 US airports are participating in the programme, as well as over 70 available international destination airports: JFK, Chicago O’Hare International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Daniel K. […]
Delta cuts flights to South Korea
Delta has reduced flights to South Korea following the coronavirus outbreak. It is one of many airlines to take the decision to reduces flights to the region in aim of mitigating the spread of the disease. From 29 February to 30 April, the carrier will suspend service between Minneapolis/St. Paul and Incheon, with the last […]
Delta welcomes cargo potential of New York-JFK – Mumbai service
Delta Air Lines has started its first flight between New York JFK and Mumbai. The service from New York JFK will be the only nonstop flight between the two cities. The start of this new flight filled a missing piece of Delta’s network connecting the United States and India. The airline has scheduled a Boeing […]
Delta Cargo and Roadie launch DASH Door-to-Door
Delta Cargo has partnered with Roadie to launch DASH Door-to-Door, offering 24/7 pick-up and deliveries from businesses and homes. DASH Door-to-Door pairs TSA-approved drivers with air cargo to offer cross-country door-to-door services with competitive prices. It is for time-critical shipments in industries including medical, manufacturing, automotive, industrial parts and others. When customers make a booking, […]
Virgin and Delta future proof cargo joint venture
Virgin Atlantic Cargo and Delta Cargo have future proofed their joint venture with the opening of the London Heathrow export facility. Opened on schedule, the new facility is the first phase of the two airline’s expansion programme to double cargo handling capacity at Heathrow to meet projected growth. The new dnata City East facility offers […]
Virgin and Delta to add flights for summer 2020
Virgin Atlantic and Delta Air Lines will boost UK-US flights for the summer of 2020, joining forces at London’s Gatwick Airport for the first time. Gatwick will become Delta’s seventh trans-Atlantic destination with flights from Boston starting on 22 May. One day before, Virgin will launch daily flights to New York JFK from Gatwick, with […]
CEIV is a healthy choice for Delta Cargo
With IATA CEIV Pharma certification across its network and for its partners, Delta Cargo has experienced strong growth for both pharmaceuticals and medical supplies. Delta Cargo obtained CEIV certification in July 2017 for the Atlanta warehouse and head office, making it the first US passenger airline to do so. The airline says the integrity and […]
The customer is at the core of everything
Cargo may have contributed $865 million to Delta Air Lines’ top line revenue, but it’s not all about the money, the customer is at the core of everything says vice president Shawn Cole. Delta Cargo had a successful year in 2018, with record on-time performance and significant investments in products, processes, technology and infrastructure. 2019 […]
Outstanding year for Virgin Atlantic Cargo
Virgin Atlantic Cargo has achieved its strongest revenue performance in the last five years, with 13% growth to £222 million. The achievement was supported by a 6% annual growth in volume to more than 244,000 tonnes, the airline’s best result since 2010. The year saw the best-ever monthly and route performances, with growth achieved across […]
Delta Cargo customers embrace digital platform
The re-launch of DeltaCargo.com has resulted in a significant shift from traditional booking platforms to digital platforms, improving visibility and e-AWB usage. The website’s improved customer experience and functionality allows for shipments to be booked, managed and tracked or checked-in from any device. There has been a substantial increase in the use of e-AWBs, shipment […]
5 years of success for Virgin-Delta joint venture
Virgin Atlantic Cargo and Delta Cargo are promising customers more choice and automation as their trans-Atlantic joint venture celebrates its fifth anniversary. The partnership has increased customers’ access to major cities in the UK and North America with a 20% rise in the number of flights since the joint venture began. Customers now have a […]
Virgin and Delta to move into dnata City East
Virgin Atlantic Cargo and Delta Cargo will double their cargo footprint at Heathrow Airport when they move into the purpose built dnata City East later this year. The move – scheduled for the second half of 2019 – will increase the size of Virgin and Delta’s cargo operation at Heathrow to 335,000 sq ft and […]
Delta Cargo introduces CSafe RAP containers
Delta Cargo is introducing CSafe RAP containers to its cold-chain programme, with the units being aimed at pharma and life-science companies requiring strict temperature control. The CSafe RAP utilises heating and compressor driven cooling technologies along with superior insulation to maintain constant temperatures even at extreme ambient temperatures, along with a battery life exceeding 120 […]
AFKLM releases winter 2018 schedule
Air France KLM Martinair Cargo will operate its new winter schedule from Sunday, 28 October 2018 to Sunday 31 March 2019. It is able to offer vast capacity from two hubs, Paris Charles de Gaulle and Amsterdam Schiphol, on around 1,060 weekly services to 124 destinations across its global network. Among other points in the […]
Delta Cargo to extend ULD tracking off the airport
Delta Cargo is extending ULD tracking to businesses off the airport, allowing customers to track ULDs from their own warehouses to the final destination. The service provides customer benefits by eliminating all paperwork at the dock door when units are loaned out and producing a digital Uniform Control Receipt to be emailed to the shipper. […]
Delta Cargo and CarePod to make air travel for pets safer
Delta Cargo has entered into an exclusive long-term partnership with CarePod, a pet technology start-up that has developed a new standard of first-class safety and care for pets travelling by air. With a new range of smart, pet travel products and services, CarePod will help Delta carry and monitor pets throughout the network with real-time […]
Virgin Atlantic Cargo keeps growing following record year
Following a record year in 2017, Virgin Atlantic Cargo has grown by three per cent in the first half of 2018. The airline carried 116.3 million kilos to the end of June 2018, building on the strong performance in 2017 when volumes reached a five-year high. The cargo business also continued to benefit from close […]
Delta Cargo pushes for digitalisation with iPad kiosks
Delta Cargo has launched self-service iPad kiosks in Atlanta and Boston, requiring electronic air waybills (e-AWB) as standard operating procedure. The air waybill is a critical air cargo document constituting the contract of carriage between the shipper and Delta Cargo. The implementation supports Delta Cargo and the International Air Transport Association’s efforts to move from […]
Figueroa will make sure Delta Cargo’s service is top notch
Delta Cargo has appointed Rafael Figueroa as managing director – cargo operations and customer experience, taking over from Julian Soell. This autumn, Figueroa will move from Aeromexico Cargo to Delta Cargo to lead a team of over 1,600 employees, managing Delta Cargo’s customer service. The airline says Figueroa’s appointment is part of an international talent […]