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DHL Wins Accolade for Energy Management at 2014 Sustainable Business Awards Singapore

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DHL’s all-encompassing environmental protection program has made it the industry leader in sustainable logistics

SINGAPORE, Dec. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — DHL, the world’s leading international logistics services provider, was announced the winner in the Energy Management category at the 2014 Sustainable Business Awards Singapore ceremony.

Helmed by Global Initiatives in partnership with PricewaterhouseCoopers, the inaugural Sustainable Business Awards Singapore seeks to raise awareness of sustainable business best-practices and their impact on companies, stakeholders and the environment. The awards recognize organizations in Singapore which have truly instilled sustainability into their long term business strategy. In the Energy Management category, finalists are judged based on processes and activities that reduce energy bills, improve reliability, and minimize pollution and emissions.

DHL was lauded for championing its group-wide environmental protection program GoGreen. The main focus of GoGreen is to minimize the group-business operations’ greatest impact on the environment — CO2 emissions. DHL was the first global logistics company to set a concrete carbon efficiency target: to improve carbon efficiency of its own operations and that of its subcontractors by 30% by 2020. At the end of 2013, the company had already achieved more than half of that, improving its overall carbon efficiency by 18% through focusing on fleet renewal, energy efficiency, new technologies and employee engagement.

The jury also recognized DHL’s long-term commitment to promote and drive more innovative, energy-efficient and sustainable supply chain practices across the industry. DHL helps customers to manage and reduce carbon emissions across their supply chains through its GoGreen Service Portfolio which includes a new web-based carbon emission management platform called the “DHL Carbon Dashboard 2.0”. It also champions the formation of industry platforms and partnerships like Green Freight Asia and the DHL-SMU Green Transformation Lab to accelerate the evolution of sustainable logistics in the industry.

Jerry Hsu, CEO DHL Express Asia Pacific said: “The transport and logistics sector accounts for 23% of global greenhouse gas emissions[1]. As the world’s largest logistics service provider, we have a special obligation to reduce our impact on the environment. Through measures such as modernizing our transport fleet, better route-planning and IT server consolidation, we have improved our carbon efficiency year-on-year for the fifth consecutive year despite a 10% growth in shipment volume.”

Kelvin Leung, CEO DHL Global Forwarding Asia Pacific, said: “Over the next years, we expect the regulations for carbon reporting to further increase. To comply with these regulations and instill environmental stewardship, we need to work together as an industry. For DHL, this means supporting our partners and peers to move towards better efficiency. For our subcontractors in air and ocean freight, we created “Green Carrier Scorecards” to steer and implement appropriate efficiency measures. DHL is also a founding member of Green Freight Asia, championing the industry organization as a platform for the sharing of best practices in sustainable road freight among leading companies.”

Oscar de Bok, CEO, DHL Supply Chain Asia Pacific said: “DHL is the frontrunner in delivering green services, technologies and initiatives, as demonstrated through our partnership with Singapore Management University to develop the Green Transformation Lab. We are constantly working to reduce our environmental impact and are committed to continuously developing innovative solutions to support our customer’s sustainability aspirations.”

DHL’s GoGreen program is anchored in the shared value approach which ensures that the company’s environmental protection measures are focused on enhancing the success of its business, creating value for its customers, partners and peers, and most of all, bringing the entire logistics industry one step closer towards carbon efficiency.

DHL’s GoGreen program is anchored in the shared value approach which ensures that the company’s environmental protection measures are focused on enhancing the success of its business, creating value for its customers, partners and peers, and most of all, bringing the entire logistics industry one step closer towards carbon efficiency.

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 [1]  International Energy Agency 

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DHL – The logistics company for the world

DHL is the global market leader in the logistics and transportation industry and “The logistics company for the world”. DHL commits its expertise in international express, national and international parcel delivery, air and ocean freight, road and rail transportation as well as contract and e-commerce related solutions along the entire supply chain. A global network composed of more than 220 countries and territories and around 315,000 employees worldwide offers customers superior service quality and local knowledge to satisfy their supply chain requirements. DHL accepts its social responsibility by supporting environmental protection, disaster management and education.

DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL. The Group generated revenues of more than 55 billion euros in 2013.

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Health Care

National Airlines Supports Ebola Relief Efforts

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ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — National Airlines is proud to have been called on to contribute to Ebola relief efforts in Liberia. In cooperation with the United States Government, National Airlines, using one of its B747-400 Freighters, carried a planeload of medical and other relief supplies from New York to the Monrovia Airport. With its expertise in tailored air-freight services and its long history of supporting governments and militaries around the world by flying passengers and cargo of all kinds into remote and challenging destinations, National was well suited to safely fly this mission. 

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Glen Joerger, National Airlines’ President, commented, “National Airlines’ team of employees has been called on to assist in a variety of difficult situations, from flying missions into war zones to bringing aid to victims of natural disasters.  We have been anxious for an opportunity to do something for those in Africa threatened by this disease, and we jumped into action when called on for this medical and supply mission.”  Christopher Alf, CEO of National Airlines’ parent company, National Air Cargo Holdings, stated, “Our prayers are with those who have been struck by Ebola.  All of the National companies–our Airlines and all of our freight forwarding arms in the Middle East, New York and Germany–stand ready to support the governments and relief agencies of the United States and other countries in their efforts to eradicate this terrible disease from the globe.”

About National Airlines

National Airlines, headquartered in Orlando, Florida, is in the National Air Cargo Holdings family of enterprises.  National Airlines has been honored to transport a diverse group of guests, from orchestras, to international and US sports teams, to diplomats and military groups.  National Airlines’ service as a global cargo carrier and passenger charter provider complements its sister freight forwarding companies:  Together they provide sea-to-air multi-modal transportation and logistic solutions to get difficult-to-move cargo quickly and safely to wherever you need it.  Established in 1990, the global reach of National Air Cargo Holdings is maintained via strategically located offices around the world centered by the U.S. headquarters in Orlando, Florida, and with quality centers located in Germany, Japan, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. Learn more at http://www.NationalAirlines.com and http://www.nationalaircargo.com. 

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DHL Adds China to the DHL Thermonet Network

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– DHL Global Forwarding extends service quality for Life Sciences and Healthcare customers in Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Shenzhen

– The new Certified Life Sciences Stations provide more than 6,200 square meters of -20 degrees Celsius to +25 degrees Celsius cold storage space as well as local expertise to ensure compliant handling of life sciences products

SHANGHAI and HONG KONG, Sept. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — DHL Global Forwarding, the air and ocean freight specialist within Deutsche Post DHL, expands its service offerings for the Life Sciences and Healthcare industry in China and added Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Shenzhen to the company’s worldwide DHL Thermonet network of Certified Life Sciences Stations as of 1 July 2014. The 2,000-square meter facilities in Shanghai and Beijing are owned by DHL Global Forwarding while the airport facilities are located in Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Shenzhen with specific operational arrangements. All the facilities in China are in close proximity to airports and together, they offer more than 6,200 square meters of -15 degrees Celsius to +25 degrees Celsius cold storage space to serve DHL’s global customer base in the Life Sciences & Healthcare sector with temperature-controlled airfreight shipment needs.

“Our customers in the Life Sciences and Healthcare sector are looking for better ways to manage the risk of product damage and loss from temperature deviations in their supply chain. DHL Thermonet tackles these requirements and offers China consignors and consignees access to a reliable end-to-end cold chain,” says Steve Huang, CEO, DHL Global Forwarding China.

DHL is constantly expanding its DHL Thermonet network of Certified Life Sciences Stations and plans to reach 65 by end of 2014 and 80 by end of 2015. The DHL facilities in Shanghai and Beijing are audited against globally defined Good Distribution Practices (GDP) to ensure conformity across the network. All the facilities in China offer customers temperature monitoring, refrigerated truck delivery and pick-up, active container handling and passive packaging handling to ensure product quality at all times. The facilities in China also offer different temperature warning systems from visual and audible alarms to multiple warning alerts via text messages and emails if temperature is exceeded. Backup power in the case of power outage as well as onsite security and CCTV footage are additional available features. The life sciences commodities which are expected to transit through these cold room facilities include pharmaceutical products, reagents, API active ingredients and vaccines. Within Q4 of 2014, DHL plans to further expand the station’s capabilities in Shanghai with additional 1,609 square meters of -15 degrees Celsius to +25 degrees Celsius cold storage space.

In recent years, temperature controlled products for the pharmaceutical industry have gained significantly in importance. The driving force is biotechnology products, which generally must be kept within a strict temperature range during transportation. The worldwide sales volume of this product category tripled from USD 56 bn in 2004 to an estimated USD 167 bn in 2013.[1] For the future, further growth is expected.

DHL Thermonet provides seamless temperature visibility along the supply chain, 24/7 proactive monitoring and intervention based on pre-determined touch points and DHL’s RFID SmartSensor technology, that is also GDP certified. Temperature data and logistics events can be accessed via the proprietary LifeTrack IT platform that also houses all product-specific SOPs, facilitating early intervention and simplifying document control.

DHL – The Logistics company for the world

DHL is the global market leader in the logistics and CEP industry and “The logistics company for the world”. DHL commits its expertise in international express, national and international parcel delivery, air and ocean freight, road and rail transportation as well as contract and e-commerce related solutions along the entire supply chain. A global network composed of more than 220 countries and territories and around 315,000 employees worldwide offers customers superior service quality and local knowledge to satisfy their supply chain requirements. DHL accepts its social responsibility by supporting environmental protection, disaster management and education.

DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL. The Group generated revenue of more than 55 billion euros in 2013.

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[1] Source: EvaluatePharma World Preview 2013

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DHL Delivers to Chinese Football Fans with CSL Partnership

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SINGAPORE, July 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — DHL and the Chinese Football Association Super League (CSL) jointly announced that DHL has become an official partner of CSL at a signing ceremony held yesterday in the capital. The world’s leading express and logistics company and the nation’s premiere football association agreed on a major sponsorship package which will run from 2014 through 2017. The sponsorship underscores DHL’s long-term commitment to the China market, its support for the development of Chinese football, and its recognition of CSL as the top level of Chinese association football.

DHL becomes official partner of the Chinese Football Association Super League.

DHL becomes official partner of the Chinese Football Association Super League.

 

DHL Express CEO Mr. Ken Allen and Chinese Football Association Super League General Manager Liu Weidong exchange gifts at the signing ceremony.

DHL Express CEO Mr. Ken Allen and Chinese Football Association Super League General Manager Liu Weidong exchange gifts at the signing ceremony.

 

The partnership will see DHL building on the excitement of football in China and engaging in new marketing activities to interact with Chinese customers and employees. As part of the agreement, DHL’s branding will appear on the football pitches and in the stadiums where CSL matches take place.

At the signing ceremony, Mr. Ken Allen, CEO of DHL Express, commented on the significance of the partnership, “Globally, DHL has a long history of partnering some of the world’s most prestigious events such as Formula 1™ and Rugby World Cup 2015, and the world’s biggest football club Manchester United. This latest partnership celebrates the shared values we have with CSL and the sport of football, including speed, passion and teamwork — the same ones we strive to deliver for our customers. We are confident that this will be a fruitful partnership where we can deliver the passion and excitement of Chinese football, and foster even stronger brand connections with our Chinese consumers.”

Vice President of the Chinese Football Association Yu Hongchen commented, “We are pursuing the same brand spirit with DHL, which is speed, passion and teamwork. The partnership with a globally respected company like DHL will definitely help CSL to sustain its healthy growth momentum.”

Mr. Jerry Hsu, CEO of DHL Express Asia Pacific, said: “Sports ignites passion. As the nation’s premier league, the Chinese Football Association Super League has been steadily developing in recent years — its viewership around the country has reached a record high. Thirty-four years ago, DHL was the first international express company to operate in China and we have grown in tandem with the country’s remarkable development. This sponsorship marks our continued commitment to the market, our partners and customers we hope to delight each day with our service.”

Chinese Football Association Super League is the most well-received and influential domestic athletic series. In recent years, CSL has attracted significant attention and support from both within and out of China. Partners of CSL benefit from advertising platforms which raise corporate awareness and expand brand influence. CSL is strengthening its partner strategy with the strong addition of DHL, leveraging the passion and support for football in China, and taking its game to the next level.

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AIRWAYS AVIATION to Launch New Pilot Training Foundation Program

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LONDON, July 28, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — AIRWAYS AVIATION announces the launch of its bespoke Pilot Training Foundation program in the United Kingdom, Australia, Malaysia, the United Arab Emirates, Montenegro, Jordan and Lebanon.

The new aviation theory classes will commence almost simultaneously in the various locations and provide students, interested in pursuing a career opportunity as a commercial pilot, a unique competitive edge and a critically important initial study pathway especially for those requiring extra help & support.

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Classes for aspiring commercial pilots will commence between September 1st and October 20th 2014. A tailored curriculum has been professionally designed and written to provide prospective students a soft introduction while simultaneously maintaining a robust and practical launch into commercial pilot training.  The Airways Aviation curriculum is based on both European (EASA) and Australian (CASA) requirements and subject matter incorporates substantive introductions to all of the key disciplines including Aviation English, Aerodynamics, Navigation, Meteorology, Human Performance, Flight Rules and Air Law, Aircraft general Knowledge and Operations, Performance and Planning. 

Importantly, the course material and ultimate practical training programs are designed with a strong emphasis on supporting the specialised Aviation English elements continually during the entire study program. Airways Aviation intends to provide as wide a range of prospective students as possible, both male & female from varying nationalities, an equal opportunity to enter the aviation industry as commercial pilots.

“Our education & training model is designed to open up the possibility of a career as a commercial pilot to as many prospective students as possible but with particular focus on those whom have a passion and interest but had previously believed it was somehow beyond their ability to become a pilot.  We have been able to design a program that simplifies and demystifies the pathway by breaking down the key theory concepts & principles and then delivering the course in a clear, concise and easily managed method,”  said Romy Hawatt – Airways Aviation Global CEO

Successful completion of the Foundation course will provide students a further opportunity to transition on to finalise their commercial theory and simultaneously undertake their practical Aeroplane and/or Helicopter flight training at one of the Airways Aviation bases in Australia, the United Kingdom or Montenegro.  Airways Aviation are also currently seeking further expansion into Germany, Holland and Jordan with more study & training destinations to come on stream in the not too distant future.

Over the next 20 years Boeing & Airbus project a demand in excess of 35,000 new passenger & freight aircraft with each of these requiring numerous flight crew and a multitude of other support resources. With the expansion and upgrading of airline fleets globally, Airways Aviation is tracking growth and closely monitoring the current and projected aviation industry needs as key indicators of future pilot demand.

“Airways Aviation is primarily an education & training group that operates at the highest international standards.  We will continue to work hard to maintain and increase our competitive advantage and global positioning whilst still being nimble and adaptable enough to be able to operate on a very localised basis from country to country. Our business model is unique and differentiates us in a number of ways from our competitors. This shows particularly with the way we are better able to accommodate our international students needs from recruitment through to pilot training & graduation. The Airways Aviation Group is tracking according to plan and we will continue to posture and train commercial pilots to the highest standards to help meet the accelerating demands of the aviation industry world-wide,” added Romy Hawatt – Airways Aviation Global CEO.

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