In an important step towards safer and more sustainable goods movement through autonomous transportation, Goodyear and Gatik have demonstrated, in a proof of concept, that intelligent tires powered by Goodyear SightLine technology can accurately estimate tire-road friction potential and provide real-time information to Gatik’s automated driving system (ADS). The breakthrough will add more utility to what a tire can deliver by providing critical data that can help enhance vehicle safety and performance, increasing efficiency and value for Gatik’s customers in the B2B short-haul market. Goodyear and Gatik recently deployed road-friction detection capabilities in Canada through continuous measurement of tire sensor-derived…
Author: Vibha Mehta
Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has launched the updated version of its Effortless Certificate of Origin service, which aims to enhance customers’ experience and reduce the time taken to acquire the service. This comes as part of its participation in the Abu Dhabi Program for Effortless Customer Experience, launched by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office. The Abu Dhabi Program for Effortless Customer Experience supports Abu Dhabi’s human-centric approach. It enables everyone living and working in the emirate…
Cathay Pacific welcomes the Hong Kong SAR Government’s latest measures to facilitate quarantine-free travel between Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland and lift transit restrictions, effective 8 January 2023. In light of today’s announcement, Cathay Pacific will more than double its flights into the Chinese Mainland, operating 61 returns per week between Hong Kong and 13 Mainland cities from 14 January 2023. This compares to the 27 flights per week from Hong Kong to the Mainland and 50 flights per week from the Mainland to Hong Kong that the airline is currently operating. Cathay Pacific is working actively to resume…
DHL, in partnership with Logistics Middle East, Dubai South and EZDubai, has announced the launch of its new international innovation challenge, ‘The Fast Forward Challenge: Sustainable Solutions.’ The challenge calls for individuals and businesses across four continents to pitch their innovative technologies and solutions aimed at solving global sustainability issues. The 2023 Fast Forward Challenge’s theme is ‘Sustainable Solutions,’ and DHL’s commitment inspires it to positively contribute towards the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals and the mission to achieve net-zero logistics by 2050. The challenge is one aspect of ‘The Era of Sustainable Logistics’ initiative. Amadou Diallo, CEO of DHL…
J&T Express, a global logistics service, recently announced the appointment of Lionel Messi, the world-renowned football star and 2022 World Cup-winning team captain, as its first global brand ambassador. Signing Argentine captain Lionel Messi as the company’s first worldwide brand ambassador is in accordance with J&T Express’ ambitious expansion goal to a global network and establish itself as a one-stop e-commerce specialist inside the logistics supply chain. J&T sees Messi as a ‘generational athlete’ whose sporting ethic, humility and dedication align with the values of the fast-growing logistics company. Rachel Liu, Global Branding Director at J&T Express, says, “Through his…
The luxurious and gated Reem Hills residential community on Al Reem Island has already seen an overwhelming response from investors and customers. The project’s developer, Q Properties, a subsidiary of Q Holding, announced earlier this year that all residential units put up for sale in this phase had been sold as the project’s development works are ongoing, a strong indication of Q Properties’ leading position in the real estate investment sector in Abu Dhabi and the UAE in general. The Reem Hills project is set to add value to the real estate scene in Abu Dhabi, reflecting its ambitious vision…
With the addition of an extra three weekly flights to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) beginning on April 24 2023, Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics division of Etihad Aviation Group, will further strengthen its commitment to the US market. The new flights will increase Etihad Cargo’s weekly cargo capacity from the US to nearly 600 tonnes. The Airbus A350 and the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, two of the world’s most fuel-efficient aircraft that emit much less CO2 than dual aisle aircraft from earlier generations, will be used for the flights. “The introduction of double-daily direct flights from our Abu…
As a brokerage of Raffles Residences on The Palm Jumeirah, LUXHABITAT Sotheby’s International Realty has fourteen fully furnished high-end properties at the Raffles Residences available for sale. The Raffles hotel’s offering includes four villas, seven apartments and three triplex penthouses. Ready for purchase and fully furnished, the villas range from AED 52.1 million to AED 87 million and are between 12,404 sq ft and 14,464 sq ft in a built-up area. The penthouses are priced between AED 139.5 million to AED 153.1 million and are between 24,929 sq ft to 26,598 sq ft. The apartments range from AED 52.1 million…
With more than 60 years of experience in express cargo services, bulk transportation, refrigerated transport, and remote area operations, B.D. Dhalla Transport is a leading Indian transportation company. Netradyne, a market leader in fleet safety and management solutions, today announced a five-year contract with them. By taking this action, B.D. Dhalla Transport will be able to make strategic fleet management decisions to reduce on-road incidents using the intelligence given by Netradyne. B.D. Dhalla Transport transports more than 100,000 metric tons of freight each year for the leading manufacturing and global firms in India. To offer its consumers the safest, most…