All articles by Rebecca Jeffrey – Page 87
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Asia airfreight droops as passengers soar away
Air cargo freight tonne kilometres (FTK) fell by 5.5% year on year in April, according to preliminary figures released on May 30 by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA).With offered freight capacity continuing to increase by 10.4%, the average international freight load factor declined markedly by 10.1 percentage points ...
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NewsDigitalisation could see air cargo winners and losers
Ismail Durmaz. Photo: Global GSA GroupWinners and losers could emerge as digitalisation’s role in air cargo develops, says the head of Global GSA Group.Speaking to Air Cargo News, chief executive Ismail Durmaz says digitalisation will disrupt the industry, but it’s not yet clear which part/s will be impacted, and how.“We ...
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Cathay Pacific to buy 777-8 freighters?
Cathay Pacific is reportedly planning to place an order for approximately six Boeing 777-8 freighters.The order is worth around $2bn, said Reuters, citing industry sources.Cathay Pacific, which currently operates 747 freighters - a mixture of -8Fs and -400ERFs, declined to address the order speculation specifically.The airline told Air Cargo News: ...
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NewsNatilus to jointly develop hydrogen-electric engines for its autonomous aircraft
Source: NatilusAutonomous cargo aircraft developer Natilus and zero-emission engine developer ZeroAvia have partnered to jointly develop hydrogen-electric engines for the Natilus Kona cargo aircraft.ZeroAvia’s ZA600 will be the sole hydrogen-electric propulsion source offered for the Kona short-haul feeder UAV, with the aim of enabling zero-emission and cost efficient operations.Natilus said ...
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NewsWFS opens air cargo terminal in India
Members of the WFS team in Bengaluru at the launch of operations. Photo: WFSWorldwide Flight Services (WFS) has opened an air cargo terminal and cold chain facility at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR) in India.The cargo handler was awarded the 15-year licence to operate the international cargo terminal and cold ...
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NewsIncheon Airport Community scores a world first with IATA certification
Photo: Incheon International AirportThe Incheon International Airport Community has become the world's first of its kind to receive Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) Lithium Batteries (Li-Batt) certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).This adds to to the airport's IATA CEIV certification in pharmaceuticals (Pharma) and perishable goods ...
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NewsHow digitalisation in the airfreight industry is changing global trade forever
The future of the airfreight industry is digital, but what does this means for customers and partners?The airfreight industry has been a critical component of global trade since it first began in 1910.But with the rise of digital technology, the airfreight sector, like many others, is undergoing a significant transformation ...
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NewsAEI receives Argentinian STC Approval for B737-800SF freighter conversion
Photo: AEIAeronautical Engineers, Inc. (AEI) has announced Argentina’s Administración Nacional de Aviación Civil (ANAC) has approved its STC for the 12-pallet position Boeing 737-800SF freighter conversion.The Florida-based conversion company has gained FAA, CAAC, EASA, TCCA, UK CAA, CAACI (Cayman Islands) DCA (Guernsey), Brazilian and now Argentinian ANAC approvals for its ...
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One week left to enter the Air Cargo News Awards!
There is now just one week remaining to enter the prestigious Air Cargo News Awards and highlight how your company has made a positive difference to the industry.The deadline for entries is Friday June 2.Companies can enter nine awards, while a further six airline categories, including the Cargo Airline of ...
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Challenge Group lands investment package for 767 conversions
Maltese-based airfreight and logistics specialist Challenge Group is receiving investment supporting its acquisition and freighter conversion of a batch of Boeing 767-300ERs.Investec Aviation Finance is providing just over €60m for the purchase and modification of four 767s.Challenge Group operates carrier divisions in Israel – the company formerly known as CAL ...
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NewsAir Canada Cargo begins freighter flights to Punta Cana
Photo: Air Canada CargoAir Canada Cargo has operated its first commercial freighter flight into Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.The service uses a Boeing 767 freighter and will be operated once a week.“We are excited to add yet another destination to our expanding freighter network. This new service builds upon our capabilities ...
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National Air Cargo achieves IATA CEIV certification
US cargo carrier National Air Cargo has received IATA's Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) Lithium Batteries Certification.The certification recognises the airline's safe handling of dangerous goods, specifically Lithium batteries during air transportation."The certification validates National Air Cargo’s adherence to the industry’s best practices and also global experience to ...
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LATAM Cargo and Kuehne+Nagel partner on SAF
LATAM Cargo joined forces with Kuehne+Nagel (K+N) and flower firm Elite Flower to purchase more than 25,000 litres of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as part of efforts to offset emissions related to operations from US Mother's Day.The amount purchased would reduce the equivalent of the total emissions generated by a ...
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TT Meridian and Turkmenistan Airlines partner on UK-Vietnam air cargo route
Logistics service provider TT Meridian has announced a new cargo route between the UK and Vietnam via Turkmenistan operated by Turkmenistan Airlines.TT Meridian told Air Cargo News that the route will utilise an Airbus A330-200 freighter.The new route is expected to boost bilateral trade activities between the UK and Vietnam, ...
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NewsModern Logistics plans to upgrade freighters
737-800BCF. Photo copyright: BoeingBrazilian logistics company Modern Logistics is planning to acquire two 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF) aircraft to partially replace its current fleet of four older 737Fs.The company is currently undertaking talks with lessors and estimates delivery of the first two aircraft by early 2024.Modern Logistics currently operates ...
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Cainiao IPO gets go ahead
Chinese e-commerce specialist Alibaba Group plans to start exploring an IPO for its logistics unit Cainiao.The Group said its board has approved the process and it aims to complete the initial public offering in the next 12 to 18 months."Our board of directors approved the commencement of a process to ...
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NewsAir Canada Cargo begins Costa Rica freighter service
Photo: Air Canada CargoAir Canada Cargo has started freighter flights into San José, Costa Rica using a Boeing 767-300 converted freighter.The flights to Juan Santamaría International Airport will operate twice per week, said the cargo carrier.“The start of our freighter operations into Costa Rica builds upon Air Canada’s passenger service ...
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FedEx says strike plans have "no impact" on business
FedEx has stressed recent strike discussions have had "no impact on our service".On May 17, FedEx Express pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), voted to authorise a strike.The FedEx Express Master Executive Council (MEC) of ALPA unanimously approved a resolution setting the stage for a strike ...
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Get your entry in for the Air Cargo News Awards before the deadline!
The deadline to submit entries to the Air Cargo News Awards is fast approaching!Companies keen to demonstrate how they have made a positive impact on the air cargo industry have until Friday June 2 to submit their entry/entries.Companies can enter nine awards, while a further six airline categories, including the ...
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NewsUPS strengthens healthcare offering in Singapore
Photo: UPSUPS Healthcare has opened a purpose-built 8,700 sq m healthcare logistics facility to meet demand from businesses in the country’s growing healthcare sector.The $20m facility in the west of Singapore is located at Gul Circle, within easy reach of PSA Terminals, the manufacturing cluster at Tuas Biomedical Park and ...