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NewsAAT deploys automated tractors for cargo at Hong Kong International
AAT's Mike Chew. Source: AATHong Kong handler Asia Airfreight Terminal (AAT) has introduced Autonomous Electric Tractors (AET) to its terminal in Hong Kong.The company said the AET's would help create efficiencies and alleviate the manpower shortage faced by the industry, particularly during the peak season.The handler said it was the ...
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Chinese airlines to increase transpacific bellyhold capacity
Chinese airlines will in April increase the amount of bellyhold capacity they operate on flights to the US following approval to expand operations.The US Department of Transportation has from April authorised China-based airlines to increase the number of weekly flights they carry out between the US and China from 35 ...
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WebCargo to launch airfreight rate trend prediction tool
Online booking platform WebCargo is launching a new tool predicting whether airfreight rates will rise or fall to help airlines and forwarders plan for the future.The Volatility Index will launch this week and predicts trade lane rate trends by mining the airfreight data generated by WebCargo. It will help industry ...
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NewsEmbraer and Correios sign MoU to develop air cargo
Photo: EmbraerEmbraer and Brazil’s state-controlled postal company, Correios, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will see the companies conduct joint studies to optimise and expand the Brazilian and international air networks for large cargo and goods.The partnership will seek to increase Correios’ efficiency in air transport and reduce ...
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NewsDB Schenker widens GDP certification to support pharma shipments
Photo: DB SchenkerDB Schenker is supporting its pharma business with increased Good Distribution Practice (GDP) compliance.The company now has certifications in accordance with GDP standards for 157 of its stations. These certifications cover key markets in the Americas, Europe and Asia for the global trade of medical goods."By achieving this ...
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NewsTurkish Cargo sees volumes and revenues decline in 2023
Turkish Cargo saw revenues and volumes decline last year on the back of lower airfreight rates and a weaker air cargo market.The Istanbul-hubbed carrier saw cargo revenues decline by 30% year on year in 2023 to $2.6bn, while cargo volumes fell by 1.2% to 1.7m tons.The declines reflect overall market ...
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NewsKerry and Menzies partner on customs clearance at Macau
Frankie Choy (L), James Wong (C) and Raymond Lo. Source: Kerry LogisticsKerry Logistics is partnering with Menzies Aviation and Menzies Macau Airport Services to enhance customs clearance for e-commerce at Macau Airport.The partners have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that aims to ensure all goods handled by Kerry eCommerce ...
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Alibaba withdraws Cainiao IPO plans
E-commerce giant Alibaba Group has decided to cancel plans to place its logistics subsidiary on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and withdrawn its initial public offering (IPO).Alibaba said that the move would allow it to align Cainiao to realise strategic synergies with online shopping platforms Taobao and Tmall Group and ...
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NewsCNS Partnership Conference to focus on sustainable growth
Source: IATAThe Cargo Network Services Corporation (CNS) Partnership Conference will be held from April 14-16 2024 under the theme: “Resilience Through Agility: Partnering for a Changing World”.The conference at the Gaylord Resort & Convention Center in Dallas Fort Worth, Texas will bring together around 700 stakeholders and representatives from across ...
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Vaayu delivers world’s second A320P2F to Sky Vision Airlines
Lessor Vaayu Group has delivered the world’s second A320 passenger to freighter (P2F) aircraft to Cairo-based Sky Vision Airlines.This is the second aircraft that UAE-headquartered Vaayu has leased after its first A320P2F was leased to New Delhi-based Pradhaan Air Express, a sub-lessee of Vaayu.Vaayu Group chairman and president Emad AlMonayea ...
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K+N switches to direct reporting for country organisations
Kuehne+Nagel's (K+N) board of directors has approved a new direct reporting system for country organisations.This change aims to help the company improve efficiency and achieve more profitable growth.By simplifying responsibilities, the new structure is expected to enable K+N's business and functional units to adapt their strategy in line with rapidly ...
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NewsMalaysia Airlines adds Maastricht Aachen Airport to network
Photo: Malaysia Airlines via Meantime CommunicationsMalaysia Airlines (MH) has added Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) to its network with plans to operate a scheduled weekly cargo service to the Dutch cargo airport using an Airbus A330-200 freighter operated by its cargo arm MASkargo.The first inbound flight is set to arrive from ...
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NewsExtrans and TAM launch GSA joint venture
Photo: ExTransHong Kong-headquartered logistics company Extrans Global has partnered with fellow Hong-based GSSA TAM Group to establish a joint venture (JV) that "aims to provide cargo transportation services with expertise in General Sales Agent (GSA) distribution".The South Korea-based JV, TamEx was launched on April 1. The companies plan to expand ...
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NewsAir Partner hires new head of OBC - Global
Photo: Air Partner via Houston PR agencyGlobal aviation services group and charter specialist Air Partner has appointed Oliver Giesen as head of onboard courier (OBC) - global.Giesen will be responsible for identifying opportunities to drive the growth of Air Partner’s OBC division, focusing on the aerospace, automotive, fashion and pharmaceutical ...
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ECS Group becomes GSSA for CMA CGM Air Cargo
The ECS Group has been appointed as the general sales and service agent (GSSA) for CMA CGM Air Cargo, effective April 1."With 9 flights per week between Paris and China/HKG (Hong Kong International), on B777 aircraft, ECS Group is committed to providing customers with transparent and efficient access to leading ...
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NewsEmbraer's first E190F completes test flight
Photo: EmbraerEmbraer's first passenger to freighter E190F aircraft has successfully completed its first test flight in São José dos Campos, Brazil.The Embraer team flew the E-Freighter jet for around two hours on April 5, carrying out a complete evaluation of the aircraft. The aircraft, which belongs to US lessor Regional ...
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NewsJettainer appoints general manager Europe
Photo: JettainerULD management specialist Jettainer has appointed Gert Pfeifer as general manager Europe, effective April 1.Pfeifer joined Jettainer 15 years ago and has held a variety of leadership roles in IT and operations. Most recently, he held the position of head of operational excellence supply chain and was responsible for ...
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NewsCathay Cargo adds Ho Chi Minh City back to freighter network
Photo: Cathay CargoCathay Cargo has resumed Ho Chi Minh City freighter flights after a four-year suspension due to the pandemic.A flight carried out on April 4 was the first since December 2019. The weekly flight, CX3148, will operate from Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam every Thursday, with the freighter ...
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NewsRhenus Ireland opens new Dublin facility
Photo by Kevin McFeely | FLY mediaRhenus Ireland has opened a new facility close to Dublin Airport that will boost its storage capacity.The 11,150 sq m facility includes a warehouse and offices and is located at the centre of all main motorways into and out of Dublin, 11 km from ...
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NewsOne Air commences 747F operations at East Midlands Airport
Photo: One AirBritish cargo airline One Air has commenced 747-400 freighter operations at East Midlands Airport (EMA) in the UK.One Air’s first 747-400F flight into East Midlands arrived from Hong Kong at the weekend with a 105-tonne payload.The central UK airport will now be a regular origin and destination point ...