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Saudia Cargo receives EU GDP certificate from SGS

October 2019
Press Release
The global certification leader SGS has issued Saudia Cargo the certificate of European Union Good Distribution Practice (EU GDP) in the sector of pharmaceuticals. The certificate marks a new achievement for Saudia Cargo and a well-deserved …




Tie-up with trade finance platform gives CMA CGM a new edge

CMA CGM wants to give shippers a cash-flow boost with its new range of import and export financing solutions, a new sign carriers are expanding beyond core shipping services.
The French carrier has partnered with Singapore-based fin-tech player Incomlend to …


Silk Way West Airlines grows quietly but steadily

Azeri cargo carrier Silk Way West has expanded its fleet, network and service portfolio almost unnoticed in recent times. “We are not the industry loudspeaker and rather make things happen than not walking the talk,” explained president and CEO Wolfgang …


Has Maersk found the silver bullet?

Notwithstanding “slower global demand growth” and “lower freight rates” – indeed, the peak season turned out to be a damp squib, and container spot rates have collapsed since August – Maersk yesterday upgraded its ebitda guidance for 2019 from $5bn …