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NewsAA Cargo roars into action on tiger mission
Source: American Airlines CargoAmerican Airlines Cargo has helped transport a Bengal tiger to a sanctuary in the US following changes to her home in Argentina.The move is a result of the former Mendoza Zoo's transition into an Eco Park, which has involved gradually relocating its animal residents to sanctuaries.The 16-year-old ...
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NewsAir cargo demand up again in September but growth narrows
Source: Jaromir Chalabala/ShutterstockAir cargo demand continued to increase at a high level in September, although year-on-year improvements narrowed slightly compared with the last nine months.The latest figures from IATA show that air cargo demand in cargo tonne km terms increased by 9.4% year on year in September. Capacity was up ...
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NewsIAG Cargo positive as winter schedule adds Africa, Middle East and Americas flights
Photo: IAG CargoIAG Cargo will be able to offer additional capacity to the Middle East, Africa, US and Latin America from the end of this month as its partner airlines add new flights for the winter season.The new schedule will see IAG Cargo deliver a 5% increase in weekly rotations ...
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NewsXeneta: Market maturity harnesses air cargo rates
Photo: Travel mania/ ShutterstockThe air cargo market has matured enough to enable airlines and forwarders to keep rates reasonable against a backdrop of strong demand exacerbated by supply disruptions.While a thriving air cargo market usually results in shippers facing rocketing spot rates during the fourth quarter peak, this year lessons ...
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NewsSF Airlines begins Hubei-Hong Kong route
Photo: Jaromir Chalabala/ ShutterstockChinese cargo operator SF Airlines has launched a new route between Hubei province in central China and Hong Kong.The inaugural flight on the route departed from Ezhou Huahu International Airport on October 30 using a Boeing 737-400 freighter, according to Xinhua, China’s state press agency.Three round-trip flights ...
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NewsLATAM and Delta expand partnership on pharma transport
Source: LATAM CargoLATAM Cargo and Delta Cargo are ramping up their partnership on pharma transport with the addition of new stations to the network.The two companies are working together to integrate their pharma networks as part of a wider joining venture between the carriers and have recently added more pharma ...
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NewsVanderlande acquires Siemens Logistics
Photo: Jaromir Chalabala/ ShutterstockDutch logistics equipment company Vanderlande has signed an agreement to acquire Siemens Logistics from German technology company Siemens.Vanderlande's acquisition of Siemens Logistics, which provides baggage and cargo handling as well as digital solutions for the airport operation of the future, is anticipated to strengthen its position within ...
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NewsRaya launches Penang-Hong Kong charter for DHL
Photo: Raya AirwaysMalaysian cargo airline Raya Airways has launched a new charter route between Penang, Malaysia and Hong Kong that will operate five times a week for DHL.The inaugural flight took place on October 28 from Penang International Airport in Malaysia.The route enhances DHL's aviation network in Asia Pacific, and ...
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NewsOne Air to add two 777Fs
Credit: tratong/ ShutterstockBritish cargo airline One Air plans to add two Boeing 777 freighters to its fleet as it seeks further growth in 2025.The 747-400 freighter operator recently added a third 747-400F with nose-loading capabilities and said it aimed to add a fourth aircraft next year, but did not specify ...
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NewsAir Charter Service sees China demand take off
Wanny Wu and James Royds-Jones. Source: Air Charter ServiceAir Charter Service's (ACS) China offices have had a bumper year in terms of charter numbers and revenues as the company benefits from a recent re-organisation and general market growth.ACS said that its Greater China offices had a "remarkable" first nine months ...
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NewsSingh heads up cargo at Riyadh Air
Image: Shutterstock Pravin Singh has been appointed global head of cargo for new Saudi Arabian airline, Riyadh Air. Singh was appointed in September and began his new role this month, according to a post on his LinkedIn profile. “Pleased to share that I have now completed my ...
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NewsEgyptair Cargo selects Unilode for ULD management
Credit: InsectWorld/Shutterstock.comEgyptair Cargo has signed up Unilode to provide ULD management, repair and digital services.The long-term deal covers the carrier's ULD requirements for its freighter aircraft and the cargo-carrying capacity of its sister passenger airline.Unilode will supply digitalised PMC and PAG pallets from its global pool to Egyptair Cargo, and ...
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NewsSharon becomes chief executive of Challenge Airlines IL
Udi Sharon, chief executive, Challenge Airlines IL. Photo: Challenge Group Challenge Group has appointed Udi Sharon as the chief executive of Challenge Airlines IL. In his new role, Sharon will lead all company activities in Israel. He will also join the senior executive management team of Challenge ...
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NewsGSSA Air One opens new Asia office as partner airlines expand in the region
One Air 747F aircraft. Photo: Air One UK general sales agent (GSA) Air One expects business growth in Asia following affiliate British airline One Air’s green light for flights to China. Air One has announced plans to open a commercial office in Hong Kong to assist its ...
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NewsMixed performance for Hong Kong air cargo rates in October
Credit: tratong/ Shutterstock Airfreight rates on the transpacific trade were on the slide in October but increased as the month progressed, while prices to Europe continued to improve. The latest figures from the Baltic Exchange Airfreight Index (BAI) calculated by TAC Index show that average rates – ...
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NewsPolar fraud defendant changes plea to guilty
Source: Worawee Meepian/shutterstockThe Polar Air Cargo fraud case has reached a breakthrough point with the decision by the last defendant accused of taking part in the scheme to plead guilty instead of going to trial.Skye Xu was scheduled for trial on October 28, but has now changed his plea to ...
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NewsLufthansa Cargo sees profits improve in Q3
Source: Lufthansa CargoLufthansa's logistics division reported rising revenues and operating profits in the third quarter of the year as capacity was added and yields were on the up.The division, which includes Lufthansa Cargo, time:matters, Jettainer, HeyWorld and a 50% stake in AeroLogic, saw third-quarter revenues increase 16% year on year ...
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NewsLufthansa Cargo expands into transpacific with Vietnam-LA flights
Aerologic flight with DHL livery. Photo: Lufthansa CargoLufthansa Cargo has expanded into transpacific flights with the start of a direct Boeing 777 freighter service from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) in Vietnam to Los Angeles (LAX) in the US.The first flight on the service was operated using a 777F with ...
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NewsSmartLynx Airlines cleared for US operations
Photo: SmartLynx Airlines The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Foreign Air Operator Certificate (FAOC) to SmartLynx Airlines that enables the Latvian airline to begin operations to, from, and within the US. Since 2019, SmartLynx Airlines has operated flights to and from the US under ...
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NewsEtihad Cargo hires senior manager products
Image: ShutterstockEtihad Cargo has appointed Jacob David as senior manager products, as of this month.David will be based at Etihad's headquarters in Abu Dhabi and will play a key role in driving innovation and elevating product offerings, said the airline."With extensive experience from leading airlines across the Middle East and ...