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Chicago Rockford cargo volumes up 55% in 2018
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) saw cargo volumes soar by 55% in 2018 as UPS increased its flights to the Illinois hub.In total, the airport handled 969,464 tonnes of cargo last year, which is a new record. RFD said that it is home to second largest UPS hub in North ...
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Lufthansa Cargo to retire two MD-11Fs in 2019
Lufthansa Cargo has confirmed that it will retire two MD-11 freighters in 2019, as part of a long term strategy to modernise its all-cargo aircraft fleet.A spokesperson for the German carrier said that MD-11F disposal will take place "in the second half of 2019," adding: "And we will offer them ...
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A record year for cargo at Budapest
Budapest Airport (BUD) processed a record amount of freight in 2018, with volumes increasing by 14.9% year on year to 146,113 tonnes.It is the third year in a row the airport has recorded double-digit growth as it has welcomed new freighter services from AirBridgeCargo and Silk Way West Airlines this ...
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Airport group warns of uncertain outlook for cargo in 2019
Airports Council International (ACI) has warned of an uncertain outlook for cargo volumes during the coming year.ACI pointed to "significant" volatility in cargo volumes between August and November, with year-on-year growth figures ranging from 3.7% growth in October to a 0.3% decline in November.The gains produced by the industry in ...
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BIFA winners take centre stage
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has revealed the winners of its Freight Service Awards Competition 2018.This year’s awards were hosted by double Olympic champion Colonel Dame Kelly Holmes who gave a motivational speech about what it takes to be a winner whilst dealing with physical and emotional issues.The winners ...
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Another B777F for AeroLogic
AeroLogic will take delivery of another Boeing 777 freighter at the end of the year, bringing its fleet to 12 all-cargo aircraft.The Lufthansa Cargo and DHL Express subsidiary purchased the B777F at the end of 2018 and it will be delivered in the autumn to be based in Leipzig.It is ...
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WFS achieves IATA CEIV Pharma at Amsterdam Schiphol
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has gained IATA's CEIV Pharma certification for its pharmaceutical handling facilities at Schiphol Airport, a key European hub for healthcare and life science products.WFS provides dedicated temperature-controlled facilities at Amsterdam for pharma products requiring both 2-8°C and 15-25°C environments.In preparation for its CEIV audit, WFS carried ...
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Freighter conversions up 11% in 2017
The number of aircraft converted to freighters increased by 11% last year, with the widebody segment driven by demand for B767 cargo aircraft.Research from publication Flight Global using Flight Fleets Analyzer data, shows that there were a total of 110 conversions last year, up from 99 in 2017 and 84 ...
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ANA to add transpacific service with new B777F aircraft
Japanese airline ANA will add a new transpacific freighter service this year as it takes delivery of its first B777Fs.The new transpacific B777F service will be launched on October 27, flying between Narita and Chicago. The frequency has yet to be decided.The carrier also announced it would launch a new ...
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Chicago RFD and Leipzig form partnership targeting a direct freighter service
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) have formed a strategic partnership they hope will lead to a freighter service between the two hubs.The partnership will see the two airports integrate business systems, share knowledge on IT systems and platforms, strengthen Germany-Illinois trade to support air cargo and ...
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Asian Cargo Monthly: Busy 2018 tempered by slower end to the year
Asian airlines saw their cargo traffic increase in 2018 despite a tough end of the year for many of the region’s largest carriers.The Cathay Pacific Group continued to see its air cargo traffic improve in 2018 as demand was up by 4.2% year on year to 12.1bn revenue freight tonne ...
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Asia Pacific Airlines to expand fleet with B757 conversion
Asia Pacific Airlines has acquired a Boeing 757-200 for conversion by Precision Aircraft Solutions.The aircraft (MSN 25140) conversion will be carried out by Precision partner Flightstar Aviation in Florida, with re-delivery expected in 120 days.The aircraft will join Asia Pacific's two other B757-PCF and operate in the Asia Pacific region.Precision ...
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AirBridgeCargo pharma volumes grow 60% in 2018
AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) saw demand for its ‘abc pharma’ product surge 60% year-on-year in 2018, “significantly” outpacing the market average increase of 10% for pharma volumes.The Russia-based B747F operator is promising "more specialist cool chain solutions in 2019" after extending its network of IATA CEIV Pharma and Qualified Envirotainer Provider ...
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Qatar Airways Cargo adds another new freighter service
Qatar Airways Cargo has started a new freighter service to Almaty in Kazakhstan, its second new destination in 2019.The twice-weekly Boeing 777 freighters depart Doha on Thursdays and Sundays, arriving in Almaty on the same day. On the return, the freighters arrive into Doha via Hong Kong.Qatar Airways chief officer ...
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VIDEO: JD.com carries out Indonesian drone delivery test project
Chinese e-commerce firm JD.com has carried out Indonesia’s first government approved drone flight – a "breakthrough for drone delivery in Southeast Asia".JD.com said the pilot project opens the door for future commercial drone use in Indonesia and the Southeast Asia region, subject to further regulatory approvals.The test flight took place ...
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FTA says logistics firms need clarity on EU worker status post Brexit
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has called for more clarity on the UK's future immigration rules for European Union (EU) citizens after Brexit, warning a staff shortage could hit supply chains.On January 21 the UK government said it had scrapped plans for a £65 pound fee for any EU citizens ...
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ECS launches innovation competition
The ESC Group has launched a competition for air cargo innovators, with the eventual winners taking home funding worth up to €100,000.The #NexGenLeaders competition is split into three different categories - students, start-ups and employees of the ESC Group.Anyone fitting into one of those categories that has a project they ...
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Aviation Capital Group to finance a B747-8F for AirBridgeCargo
AirBridgeCargo (ABC) is using Aviation Capital Group (ACG) to finance part of the Russia-based operator’s purchase of a Boeing 747-8F which is set for delivery next month (February).The freighter airline’s financing mandate to “structure, arrange, and provide a guarantee” for a senior loan was awarded to the US-based aircraft operating ...
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Spicejet continues cargo expansion with Hong Kong-Guwahati freighter
Spicejet has continued the expansion of its recently launched all-cargo business with the addition of weekly flights between Hong Kong and Guwahati.Local media report that the SpiceXpress service, launched on January 19, is using the airline's 18 tonne capacity Boeing 737 freighters.It hopes to take advantage of demand for fresh ...
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Spectre announces refinancing for seven B737 converted freighters
Spectre Cargo Solutions, the freighter-focused arm of aircraft trading and leasing specialist Spectre Air Capital, has completed the initial stage of refinancing for seven Boeing 737-700 and -800 converted freighters.Texas-based Spectre Cargo Solutions, through its Irish affiliate NGF Genesis, has closed its first round of a long-term senior debt facility ...