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NewsGeodis the latest forwarder to expand air cargo network
Geodis will expand its AirDirect cargo network in Asia Pacific as it looks to meet "surging demand" in the region.AirAsia X (AAX) has formed a new air logistics partnership with Geodis to provide the additional cargo capacity.As part of the partnership, the airline will provide Geodis with "dedicated scheduled cargo ...
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NewsYamato and JAL to team up on domestic freighter flights
Source: Yamato HoldingsJapan-based logistics firm Yamato is partnering with Japan Airlines (JAL) to launch domestic freighter flights in 2024 in response to new truck driver laws.The two companies will launch flights between Tokyo and Hokkaido, Kyushu and Okinawa in April 2024 in an effort to "build a sustainable and resilient ...
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NewsAirbus launches supersize air cargo service
Airbus has launched a new air cargo service using its BelugaST fleet to help meet outsized freight transportation needs.Airbus said the new service can cater for various possible market applications since the planes possess the "world's largest interior cross-section of any transport aircraft", accommodating outsized cargo of up to 7.1m ...
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NewsAmerican Airlines and CHAMP extend partnership
Photo: American AirlinesAmerican Airlines and CHAMP Cargosystems have extended their partnership for access to the largest air cargo community platform, TRAXON cargoHUB.The carrier will continue to use the air cargo software provider's services for access to its global network of freight forwarders.CHAMP’s solution has been used by American Airlines for ...
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NewsIATA: Strong 2021 air cargo demand with constrained capacity
Willie Walsh. Photo: IATADemand for air cargo in 2021 was strong but capacity was constrained, according to IATA.Full-year demand for air cargo increased by 6.9% in 2021, compared to 2019 (7.4% for international operations) and 18.7% compared to 2020, following a strong performance in December 2021.This was the second biggest ...
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321 Precision expands conversion capacity through HAECO
321 Precision Conversions will expand its capacity through an agreement with HAECO Xiamen as it looks to meet high demand for A321 conversions.The A321 aircraft passenger-to-freighter conversion work will be performed at HAECO Xiamen’s facility, beginning in February 2022.Meanwhile, HAECO Americas commences conversion services to 321 Precision Conversions at its ...
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Delta Cargo adds SAF programme
Delta Cargo has become the latest company to launch a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) programme as airlines continue their drive to reduce emissions.The new SAF programme, which is part of the wider airline group's 'Path to Net Zero' initiative, is certified and audited by greenhouse gas accounting firm Ruby Canyon ...
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MSC and Lufthansa eye ITA Airways
Container shipping giant Mediterranean Shipping Co. (MSC) is interested in acquiring a majority stake in Italian state airline ITA Airways.The MSC Group aims to create a partnership with the Italian Government and the German airline Lufthansa.Both the MSC Group and Lufthansa have expressed the wish that the Italian Government maintains ...
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News321 Precision Conversions receives A321-200PCF conversions order
Copyright: tratong/ ShutterstockA joint venture (JV) formed by Zetland Capital Partners and Greenwich Highland Aviation (GHA) has secured four A321-200PCF conversion slots with 321 Precision Conversions.These four A321-200PCF conversions follow an order by the JV for two aircraft, MSN 1438 and MSN 1953, which will be introduced early this year ...
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NewsUS DOT suspends 44 flight segments served by Chinese carriers
Source: ShutterstockThe US Department of Transportation (DOT) has suspended 44 passenger flight segments operated by Chinese air carriers in retaliation for Chinese cancellation of flights by US carriers due to alleged violation of the Asian country’s Covid-19 rules.It’s the latest volley in an increasing spat between US and Chinese aviation ...
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SITA buys out Cargolux's stake in CHAMP
Transport IT firm SITA has become the sole owner of air cargo software provider CHAMP Cargosystems after buying the stake owned by Cargolux Airlines.The transaction saw SITA acquire its joint venture partner's 49% holding on December 21.SITA said the move will increase CHAMP's flexibility and comes as revenues at the ...
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NewsGeodis awards WFS contract for Paris cargo facility
Geodis’ cargo facility at Paris CDG is expected to handle up to 20,000 tons of air cargo annually. Photo: WFSGlobal logistics service provider Geodis has awarded Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) a manpower contract to supply a dedicated team of cargo handling professionals for its new cargo facility at Paris Charles ...
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Newsdnata and Brussels Airport achieve CEIV certification
Ground handler dnata and Brussels Airport are celebrating the award of IATA CEIV Live Animal certification, while dnata has also achieved the equivalent standard for its pharma facility at the airport.The Brussels Airport Animal Care & Inspection Center (ACIC), which is operated by dnata, achieved the Live Animals standard less ...
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cargo-partner expands air cargo charter capacity
Logistics firm cargo-partner has added extra airfreight charter capacity from Europe to the US as it looks to meet a "tense market situation".The company will offer a weekly "part load" connection from Vienna to Chicago O'Hare on top of existing connections between Asia and Europe."Airfreight is currently experiencing another boom ...
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Modair launches air cargo express company
Indian aviation firm Modair has launched an air logistics company that offers same-day cargo delivery.Modair Express will use small aircraft to offer daily scheduled express cargo fights between large Indian cities and less accessible areas.On its website, the company said it serves the e-commerce and retail, pharmaceutical, tech and telecom, ...
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NewsSpright signs up for Wingcopter drones
Air medical service provider Spright is purchasing drones from Wingcopter to provide delivery solutions in the US in a deal worth $16m.The deal will see Spright buy a "large fleet" of the Wingcopter 198 drone, which has a 6kg capacity and 110km range, to meet the "increasing demand" for medical ...
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NewsQatar Airways Cargo to insource Spain operations
Photo: Qatar Airways CargoQatar Airways Cargo will insource its entire commercial operation in Spain from February 1.The company has successfully been represented by GSA, ATC Aviation Services in Spain since 2005. However, Qatar Airways Cargo’s Spanish operations are now ready to fly under the airline's own flag.“It is because our ...
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Charity calls on air cargo to help transport dogs
A dog charity is calling on the air cargo industry to help with the transport of rescue animals.The NoToDogMeat charity is asking for help transporting dogs from its shelter in Beijing to the UK.Travel restrictions - due to Covid - and funding issues have resulted in delays to the transport ...
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NewsFunding for Electra.aero’s cargo-carrying e-aircraft
Electra’s hybrid-electric eSTOL aircraft demonstrator. Photo: Electra.aeroNew funding will support Electra.aero’s plans to begin flight testing a full-scale hybrid-electric ultra-short take-off and landing (eSTOL) technology demonstrator aircraft capable of carrying cargo.The US aerospace company dedicated to sustainable urban & regional mobility has received an investment in its Series A funding ...
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SGL predicts another challenging year for airfreight
Fast-growing freight forwarder Scan Global Logistics (SGL) is predicting another challenging year for airfreight as strong demand, ocean freight problems, ground handling issues and slow to recover air cargo capacity combine to keep the industry under pressure.On the capacity side, the Denmark-based company said that it does not expect belly ...