e-commerce trans-shipment

SATS Ltd and Singapore Post Limited recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 4 July to explore a partnership that will potentially see a state-of-the-art e-commerce trans-shipment hub in Singapore. Under the agreement, the two groups have committed to providing ‘equal shares’ of resources to engage consultants for business case formulation, explore synergies and facilitate trial runs to capture essential data for a feasibility study.

Amsterdam Schiphol tightens ground security to counter theft

Amsterdam is responding to incidents of theft with tighter security requirements at its premises starting next year. Schiphol airport has invested in a ‘Secure Import’ information system which will allow a ground handler to advise a forwarder that a shipment is ready for collection. The forwarder can then direct a transporter to pick up the shipment, and the information system will check whether these are the correct parties for this particular shipment and provide information to the ground handler on who will be collecting it and when this will happen.

SingPost and SATS started joint trial operations in February 2023 and saw promising results with the potential to shorten cargo turnaround time by over 60 percent. This could mean deliveries within 1-3 days for items within Asia. Both companies said the proposed hub aims to streamline cargo logistics workflows by eliminating the need for transport between both of their facilities, minimizing the reliance on traditional cargo vehicles and further optimizing warehouse space.

On 12 July, concerned parties signed a ‘best effort’ declaration in which they voiced their support for the new security system. A new feature of the system is it allows sensitive shipment information to be shared only on a ‘need to know’ basis, which can help prevent data manipulation by third parties, Schiphol explained. Last year all air cargo handling agents at Schiphol tightened the rules for access to their forecourts with all driver visits requiring notification via electronic registration.

Australia Post opens new parcel facility in Western Sydney

Australia Post has officially opened its newest parcel facility in Kemps Creek, NSW to provide services for Greater Western Sydney and the surrounding region. The 33,680-sqm facility, designed with future expansion in mind, is the second largest sorting facility in the network and will be located 15 kilometres from the future Western Sydney Airport. The modern purpose-built facility incorporates parcel processing, pick-up and delivery, as well as transport and linehaul operations.

Housing two large parcel sorters, the Kemps Creek Parcel Facility can process up to 200,000 large and small parcels per day, with the capacity to double in scale by means of installing a small parcel sorter, Australia Post noted. The company said it is committed to its 2025 sustainability roadmap and installed a 1,500-kilowatt solar roof system that can save up to 1,680 tonnes per annum. “Electric vehicle charging stations have been fitted, and we’ve taken additional measures including

Maersk plans Singapore facility for omnichannel fulfilment

A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) is strengthening its omnichannel fulfilment capabilities in Singapore with a planned 1.1 million-sqft warehouse facility in Jurong West. World Gateway 2, as it is called, is expected to be one of the most productive warehouses in Singapore with extensive use of automation and robotic systems.

Slated to be completed in the first quarter of 2025, the facility will offer convenient access to Tuas Mega Port and Changi International Airport and industrial areas via the major highway

Ayer Rajah Expressway. It is also within proximity to World Gateway 1, which is currently Singapore’s largest automated and customs bonded warehouse.

Maersk said the new distribution centre’s automated storage and

Aramex Malaysia signs MoU with Global Systémes Asia

Aramex plans to expand its services to Malaysia and the wider Asia Pacific, as the Emirati logistics player signed a memorandum of understanding with Malaysian holding firm Global Systémes Asia. The deal will see Aramex Malaysia become the preferred logistics provider for GSA, as well as the joint promotion of express and logistics services to their networks in Asia Pacific and the Middle East.

Samer Hajjar, vice president for South Asia at Aramex, said the partnership comes in line with plans to expand service offerings and presence across multiple Malaysian cities, starting with Penang.

GSA, who works closely in the aerospace and defence sector, said it is looking to expand its aviation the installation of rainwater tanks to collect grey water and drip irrigation for native landscaping,” added Paul Graham, Australia Post chief and managing director. retrieval system has capacity for 30,000 pallets, with a large floor plate of 160,000 square feet. Maersk added that the new Singapore facility is certified for its outstanding design and performance in environmental aspects. It will be equipped with motion sensor-LED lights, solar panels, composite panel façade system for building insulation, and building management system for energy efficiency. maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services in Asia Pacific and the Middle East to support the oil, gas and mining operations in these two regions. Aramex, who claims strong ties in the Gulf Cooperation Council; the Middle East, North Africa & Turkey (MENAT), and Africa regions, plans to expand in the region by building on GSA’s industry knowledge and market experience in the region, as well as Malaysia’s hub status in Asia Pacific.