An ongoing reversal of the much discussed modal shift from air to sea will continue despite the recovery of port operations on the US West Coast following the crippling strike last year, according to the latest report from Drewry Shipping Consultants. The damage done to supply chains ahead of the Thanksgiving and Christmas peaks last year has apparently left a lingering bad taste in the mouths of shippers in some high-value sectors. “As port operations improve on the US West … [Read more...] about Modal shift to sea is reversing says Drewry
Aircraft Manufacturers
SIA in talks to revive world’s longest flight
Singapore Airlines is in discussions with Airbus and Boeing to revive its 19-hour flight from Singapore to New York, according to Bloomberg. When it was offered, this 9,000 nautical mile direct flight between Newark Liberty International Airport and Changi Airport was the longest commercial flight in the world. The carrier discontinued its nonstop service between Singapore and New York back in 2013 because it was not profitable. After this change, the … [Read more...] about SIA in talks to revive world’s longest flight
SIA in talks to revive world’s longest flight
Singapore Airlines is in discussions with Airbus and Boeing to revive its 19-hour flight from Singapore to New York, according to Bloomberg. When it was offered, this 9,000 nautical mile direct flight between Newark Liberty International Airport and Changi Airport was the longest commercial flight in the world. The carrier discontinued its nonstop service between Singapore and New York back in 2013 because it was not profitable. After this change, the … [Read more...] about SIA in talks to revive world’s longest flight
SIA in talks to revive world's longest flight
Singapore Airlines is in discussions with Airbus and Boeing to revive its 19-hour flight from Singapore to New York, according to Bloomberg. When it was offered, this 9,000 nautical mile direct flight between Newark Liberty International Airport and Changi Airport was the longest commercial flight in the world. The carrier discontinued its nonstop service between Singapore and New York back in 2013 because it was not profitable. After this change, the … [Read more...] about SIA in talks to revive world's longest flight
Boeing names Muilenburg CEO
The Boeing board of directors has elected Dennis A. Muilenburg the company's tenth chief executive, succeeding W. James (Jim) McNerney Jr, who held the position for the past 10 years. Muilenburg, who has served as Boeing president and chief operating officer since 2013, becomes president and CEO on July 1. McNerney, who joined Boeing's board of directors in 2001, continues as its chairman. To ensure a smooth transition of his CEO responsibilities to Muilenburg, he will continue working as a … [Read more...] about Boeing names Muilenburg CEO
THAI receives 777-300ER direct delivery
Thai Aiways received its 25th direct 777 delivery, a 777-300ER (Extended Range), from the Boeing delivery centre in Everett, Wash. Charamporn Jotikasthira, president of Thai Airways, said: "This is a very special delivery for us – our 25th 777 delivery from Boeing. The flexibility of the 777 family has played a significant role in our continued success and our latest 777-300ER will ensure we continue to expand our long haul markets efficiently and … [Read more...] about THAI receives 777-300ER direct delivery