Next generation of air cargo automation solutions DIMOS receives the Middle East Innovation Award 2022 in Dubai
DIMOS Maschinenbau GmbH won the TLME Innovation Award in the Air Cargo Automation category in Dubai. The Transport & Logistics Middle East industry platform bestowed the award on the manufacturer of warehouse and industrial trucks for the DIMOS INTRAC, the automated pallet mover for efficient ULD handling. The TLME Innovation Award 2022 is one of the most prestigious logistics awards in the Arab region. And this year, DIMOS triumphed in the “Most Innovative Automation Solution Provider – Air Cargo” category with its INTRAC pallet mover solution. The award is presented to companies that develop automation solutions for the air freight industry and ultimately help to speed up operational processes and make them more efficient. INTRAC: a new generation of autonomous cargo handling systems DIMOS designed INTRAC to enable the automated transport of air freight containers, and the pallet mover has succeeded in implementing an unprecedented level of automation in end-to-end freight handling. The vehicle autonomously transports ULDs in the terminal, arranging storage and staging areas in advance and storing the load carriers in a flexible area if required. In combination with other vehicles from the DIMOS air cargo portfolio, INTRAC enables completely flexible use of the terminal space. This allows air cargo tasks to be processed efficiently. The system was introduced at the end of 2021 as a pilot project at one of the largest German airport operators. Teamwork makes the dream work “A big thank you goes to the entire DIMOS team – both in Germany and in the United Arab Emirates”, says Pascal Schütz, head of sales and development at DIMOS. Together with other members of the team, Pascal Schütz was able to accept the award in person in Dubai. “Without our commitment, teamwork and passion, we would not be holding this award in our hands”, he continues. The Petersberg family business has 90 employees, 15 of whom are based in Dubai. DIMOS has been carrying out projects in Dubai–especially in the air cargo sector–since 1999. And since this year, the company has also been taking care of orders and customers from its own local branch. Interested parties can find all information on DIMOS air cargo vehicles at: https://www.dimos-maschinenbau.de/de/produkte/air-cargo-fahrzeuge.
Jesse Dean promoted to Vice President of Business Development for MAC Group
Jesse Dean, Vice President of the Audio Division at MAC Group USA, is taking charge of New Business Development at MAC Group and has been promoted to Vice President of Business Development. With nearly two decades of experience in sales, marketing, manufacturing, and distribution, Jesse will now be applying his knowledge to expanding current partnerships and developing new business opportunities for MAC Group. In his new role, Jesse will be leading the expansion of select MAC Group brands beyond the Photo/Video Market. Already working with Amazon, Sweetwater Sound, Guitar Center, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and others, he will continue to be a driving force in introducing MAC Group brands to larger worldwide audiences through retail partnerships globally. He will also continue to oversee the Audio Division within MAC Group. “I am extremely happy to take on this new role within MAC Group. Since my start here, I have maintained a macro perspective on the amazing possibilities of having all these quality brands working together in a global expansion. I will continue to work with our current and new partners in educating and fulfilling all of their audio needs, but this opportunity allows me to work more freely in uniting the other brands to achieve a much larger objective.” – Jesse Dean, Vice President of Business Development for MAC Group Before joining MAC Group in 2018, Jesse worked as National Sales Manager at Rode Microphones and was with them for over five years. He has been involved in manufacturing and distribution of audio and consumer electronic items for nearly two decades. Beginning his career in manufacturing while still a student at Hofstra University on Long Island, NY. His background as a musician, editor, artist, and performer has helped to develop his skills as an industry educator. He continues to teach audio, audio for video, and common practices and techniques in recording and live sound. In the role of business development manager, he will be educating many new clients on the quality products available through MAC Group. “At MAC Group, we pride ourselves on helping our diverse range of brands define what’s next. A crucially important component of that is identifying new and non-traditional sales venues and opportunities. Jesse has the perfect range of skills, business acumen, and thoughtfulness for his role leading our expanding Business Development team. We couldn’t be happier and can’t wait to see all that Jesse accomplishes.” – Jan Lederman, MAC Group President
DESTACO’s Cynthia Wells Named to Diversity IMPACT 50 List
DESTACO is excited and pleased to announce that Cynthia Wells, the company’s Vice President, Global Human Resources, has been chosen as one of this year’s honorees in Career Mastered magazine’s “2022 Women’s Leadership Diversity IMPACT 50.” This annual list highlights the achievements of leading women changemakers in Diversity & Inclusion in the workplace. “I am so incredibly humbled and honored to be among an elite group of women being named to Career Mastered magazine’s Diversity IMPACT 50 list,” said Wells. “It’s great to be recognized for my achievements in this important area and I’d like to thank Career Mastered magazine for this honor, and add my congratulations to all of the other honorees on their tremendous accomplishments.” Wells was selected for this honor by a committee consisting of Career Mastered’s editors, advisory board and strategic partners. This group compiled and assessed a national list of candidates based on their contributions to the advancement of diversity and inclusion over the past year, per the theme of “Engage: Creating the Possibilities for the Future.” “We have assembled an elite group of women who are recognized for their executive leadership, commitment to diversity and inclusion, along with their remarkable impact on the world,” said Dr. Lisa Lindsay Wicker, CEO and Publisher of Career Mastered magazine. The Diversity IMPACT 50 honorees will be recognized during the Career Mastered National Women’s History Leadership Diversity Summit & Awards event, which will be held on March 22 and 23 in Charlotte, NC. To learn more about any of DESTACO’s high-performance automation, workholding or remote-handling solutions, please visit destaco.com or call (888) DESTACO (888-337-8226). About DESTACO DESTACO, a Dover Corporation company, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance automation, workholding and remote-handling solutions. The company serves customers in a variety of end-markets, including the automotive, life sciences, consumer packaged goods, aerospace, industrial and nuclear sectors.
Tasha Higgins to oversee a Port of Long Beach engineering division
The Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners on Monday approved the appointment of Tasha Higgins to lead the Program Management Division at the Port of Long Beach. The Program Management Division, part of the Port’s Engineering Services Bureau, oversees improvements to waterways, wharfs, terminals, railroads, bridges, roadways and utilities. Higgins started at the Port of Long Beach in October 2020 as Assistant Director of Program Management. She has made a significant impact to the division’s implementation of quantitative risk assessments and helped to improve small business participation on contracts within the Engineering Services Bureau. Prior to joining the Port, Higgins had worked since 1993 on various transportation improvement programs for agencies including Long Beach Transit, Los Angeles World Airports, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the California Department of Transportation, in addition to privately held consulting companies. She holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the Cromwell School of Business at Biola University and a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from the Henry Samueli School of Engineering at the University of California, Irvine. She is a board-certified civil engineer with the state of California and a certified Project Management Professional. The appointment of Higgins is effective March 26, 2022. The Port of Long Beach is one of the world’s premier seaports, a gateway for trans-Pacific trade and a trailblazer in goods movement and environmental stewardship. As the second-busiest container seaport in the United States, the Port handles trade valued at more than $200 billion annually and supports 2.6 million trade-related jobs across the nation, including 575,000 in Southern California.