All Asia articles – Page 4
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NewsCainiao launches Xi’an-Liege e-commerce charter flights
Photo: Cainiao GroupCainiao Group has launched a twice weekly charter service between Xi’an and Liège to bolster its China-Europe cross-border delivery capacity ahead of peak shopping season.The inaugural flight using a Boeing 767-300 freighter departed from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) carrying over 50 tons of cross-border e-commerce goods, including ...
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Pattaya Airway launches air cargo operations in Asia
Pattaya Airways said it has officially begun air cargo operations in Asia with the launch of services between Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok and Yangon International Airport in Myanmar.Operations began on September 3 using an ATR 72-500 freighter, said the Thai airline in a LinkedIn post on September 5."In Q3 ...
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Qantas Freight expands Asia capacity following freighter addition
Qantas Freight will add new frequencies to Asia and New Zealand following the addition of an extra Airbus A321 converted freighter.The Sydney-headquartered airline said the delivery of the A321 freighter will allow it to capitalise on rising demand out of Asia.With this in mind, the carrier plans to add a ...
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Asia Pacific airlines tackle compliance with CHAMP technology
CHAMP Cargosystems has shared that a growing number of Asia Pacific airlines have signed up to use its technology supporting air cargo compliance with customs and security measures.The IT company said that there is a demand for software solutions that simplify regulatory compliance in line with government bodies requesting more ...
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MASKargo seeks to expand in Asia with 737-800 freighter operations
Malaysian cargo airline MASkargo, officially MAB Kargo (Malaysia Airlines Berhad Cargo) is seeking to expand its regional Asia operations by partnering with a Boeing 737-800 freighter operator.According to a tender notice issued by Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the Kuala Lumpur International Airport-hubbed cargo carrier is looking for a freighter operator ...
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NewsSingapore Airlines places capacity on CargoAi's booking portal
Photo: CargoAiSingapore Airlines has placed its capacity on CargoAi's online booking portal, CargoMART to enable forwarders to book airfreight shipments through the platform.The airline's decision will open up its capacity to more than 16,000 freight forwarders across more than 130 countries who regularly use CargoMART.With the addition of Singapore Airlines’ ...
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NewsLufthansa Cargo appoints vice president Asia Pacific
Elodie Berthonneau. Photo: Lufthansa CargoLufthansa Cargo has appointed Elodie Berthonneau as vice president of Asia Pacific from October 1.Based in Singapore, Berthonneau will head up the sales and handling organisation in Asia Pacific. This includes China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines and Oceania.Berthonneau joins Lufthansa Cargo ...
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NewsBangladesh air cargo rates still elevated
Air cargo rates out of Bangladesh were still elevated in the last full week of August as a range of issues has hit supply chains from the country over the past year.Data from Xeneta shows that rates from Bangladesh were up 163% year on year in the week ending August ...
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NewsEVA Air to use AeroSHARK technology on 777Fs
Photo: Lufthansa TechnikTaipei-based EVA Air will become the first Asian airline to modify its fleet of nine Boeing 777 freighters with environmentally friendly drag-reducing AeroSHARK surface technology.Lufthansa Technik’s and BASF’s jointly developed AeroSHARK surface riblet film will cover the aircraft’s fuselage and engine nacelles to reduce drag, save fuel and ...
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E-commerce and maritime disruption benefits Asia Pacific airlines
Air cargo data for Asia Pacific airlines in July shows they continued to benefit from robust e-commerce demand and ongoing disruptions in maritime shipping.Preliminary July traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) reveals a 12.3% year-on-year increase in international air cargo demand, measured in freight tonne ...
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NewsCMA CGM Air Cargo launches transpacific route with latest 777F
CMA CGM AIR Cargo 777-200F. Photo: CMA CGMCMA CGM Air Cargo has started a new transpacific route between Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) using its recently delivered third Boeing 777-200 freighter operated by Atlas Air.The first commercial flight took place on August 25, connecting ...
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China's freighter fleet to triple by 2043
China's freighter fleet is expected to nearly triple by 2043, with demand stimulated by its booming e-commerce sector.Boeing's 2024 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) for China found that 170 freighter deliveries are expected between 2024 and 2043. This number includes both newbuild and conversion models."China's commercial aviation market for passengers and ...
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NewsAstral begins China-Kenya freighter route
Photo: Astral AviationAstral Aviation has added China to its network with a new route from Guangzhou to Nairobi with an onward connection to Maputo in Mozambique.Air Charter Service Hong Kong was the launch customer for the new route which will be served by a 767 freighter, said Astral."Initially we will ...
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Cessna set to bring cargo to all corners of the Philippines
Textron Aviation's Cessna SkyCourier twin utility turboprop has gained type certification in the Philippines, expanding the freight and passenger aircraft’s market into remote areas of southeast Asia.The first SkyCourier in the region – a 19-seat passenger variant – is due to be delivered in the second half of 2025 to ...
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NewsAir Incheon signs up to Boeing's Flight Ops programme
Jongjin Lee (left) and Andrew Goodsall. Photo: Air IncheonSouth Korean all-cargo carrier Air Incheon has become one of the first airlines in the country to sign up to Boeing’s Flight Operations Representative (FOR) programme.The aircraft manufacturer will provide dedicated flight operations representatives who will work closely with Air Incheon’s own ...
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NewsAeroprime takes on Thai Airways in India
Aeroprime Group executive director Abhishek Goyal. Photo: Aeroprime GroupAeroprime Group has been appointed exclusive cargo general sales and service agent (GSSA) in Delhi, India for Thai Airways, from September 1.Thailand’s national carrier operates a fleet of 77 aircraft, including Airbus A320, A350, A330 and Boeing 787, 777 to destinations in ...
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NewsFedEx offers smarter solutions for sensitive shipments
Photo: FedExFederal Express has launched an “intelligent solution for monitoring and intervention” that offers customers enhanced control and visibility.FedEx Surround uses advanced sensor technology including SenseAware ID with near real-time data analytics to provide continuous monitoring and proactive interventions.The system is based on a lightweight, compact sensor that transmits the ...
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MRO Japan plans Airbus freighter conversions
Maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) company MRO Japan plans to start Airbus passenger to freighter (P2F) conversions in fiscal 2025.The company has obtained European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification that enables it to undertake conversion work on Airbus passenger aircraft, according to Nikkei Asia. Air Cargo News has contacted ...
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Cathay Pacific cargo volumes up 9.6% in July
Cargo volumes at Cathay Pacific have continued to buck the traditional summer slowdown trend for air cargo, with the airline recording a 9.6% year-on-year rise in July.The airline carried 126,797 tonnes of cargo in July, aided by demand for Cathy Expert services, perishables and e-commerce. Cathay Pacific's cargo tonnes were ...
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NewsIndia's cargo charter demand surges for ACS
Ashish Wastrad. Source: ACSCharter broker Air Charter Service (ACS) has seen cargo demand out of India surge this year helping to push up revenues.The UK-headquartered firm said its Indian offices have seen income increase by 42% year on year driven by both cargo and passenger.On cargo, the firm said that ...