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Lufthansa Cargo reduces short-time working to 20%
Lufthansa Cargo has signed a new agreement, effective until February 28th, 2011, the airline is reducing the short-time working rate for its ground staff in Germany to 20%. (Feb 11, 2010)
UPS starts pilot lay-off process
UPS has announced plans to furlough at least 300 of its 2,800 airline pilots, but at the same time continued its effort to find a solution with the pilots' union that would avert or mitigate the layoffs before they take effect. (Feb 9, 2010)
Recent key appointments
New appointments were recently announced by Four Soft, Dachser, CEVA, FedEx, Geodis Wilson, Agility and Damco. (Nov 24, 2009)
ITF fed up with Somali pirates getting away with it
The ITF has thrown down the gauntlet to those flag states and shipowners who have done nothing to fight Somali piracy, to act now - before it becomes impossible for seafarers to pass through the ever-widening pirate-infested area. (Nov 23, 2009)
Workers challenge DHL to honour its promises
In a worldwide week of action starting on November 9th, workers will be asking DHL to put its money where its mouth is and start honouring its promises of fair treatment for all employees. (Nov 6, 2009)
Another strike at Port of Piraeus
A new 48-hour strike began today at the Port of Piraeus, following the failure of the Port Workers Unions and the Minister of Maritime to reach agreement during the last fifteen days of suspension from actions. (Nov 3, 2009)
Barloworld Logistics expands in Europe
South Africa-based Barloworld Logistics has made a number of high profile appointments in the UK and Europe, signifying the company's confidence in the market. (Sep 28, 2009)
Recent key appointments
CEVA Brazil has a new general director; TPT appoints a new COO; Maersk announces a new CFO; ICTSI China names new officers; and FedEx Freight's president will retire in February. (Sep 24, 2009)
Amerijet pilots approve first contract
Flight crew members have approved a Teamsters contract with Amerijet International - the pilots' first collective bargaining agreement after five years of negotiations and a strike that began on August 27th. (Sep 15, 2009)
Odense Steel Shipyard divides the organisation
Odense Steel Shipyard will divide the organisation into two divisions: Lindø Industrial Park and Lindø Shipyard. (Sep 10, 2009)
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