Logistics

Indonesia - The supply chain industry in Indonesia is rapidly developing, but there are still many challenges standing in the way of it achieving the standards its neighbours enjoy, says Kevin Burrell, president director of CEVA Logistics in Indonesia.

Global - South Africa's government and anti-trust authorities are carrying out investigations of alleged price-fixing by domestic carriers during the World Cup period, from 11 June to 11 July.

Malaysia - Malaysia Airlines (MAS) was served with a complaint involving allegations of price fixing on airfreight shipping services among others, reported local media.

Global - Aircraft manufacturer Boeing sent layoff notices to more than 1,000 employees on Friday, US media reports said.

Singapore – Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) are working together to develop green technologies in shipping and port management.

Singapore – Las Vegas Sands Corporation has awarded Kuehne + Nagel the contract to manage logistics services for Singapore's Marina Bay Sands Integrated Resort (IR).

India – FedEx's new freight forwarding office in India is part of the six it is opening across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region and Latin America as part of a global expansion plan.

Singapore – Singapore-based shipping company Neptune Orient Lines (NOL) swung to a full year loss of US$741 million for 2009, from a net profit of US$83 million a year earlier.

Singapore – SingPost will cease to collect and deliver mail on Saturday from 15 May 2010.

Global – Freight forwarders including Kuehne + Nagel are under investigation for alleged anti-competitive practices.