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InsightsAir charter steps up for humanitarian aid again in 2024
Ben Dinsdale. Photo: Air Charter ServiceThe air charter industry has once again this year stepped up to humanitarian crises around the globe, highlighting the importance of chartered aircraft in moving essential goods.This year, the industry has been busy assisting in humanitarian operations in the Far East, Africa, the Middle East ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn appoints IMEA president
Linas Dovydenas, president, India, Middle East & Africa (IMEA). Photo: Chapman FreebornAir cargo and passenger charter specialist Chapman Freeborn has appointed Linas Dovydenas as president of India, Middle East & Africa (IMEA) as it continues to expand its presence in the region.Dovydenas previously spent 16 years at Chapman Freeborn’s parent ...
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NewsACS assists in largest rhino relocation conservation project
Photo: Air Charter ServiceAir Charter Service (ACS) has assisted in what is understood to be the world's largest rhinoceros relocation conservation project.Last month, in conjunction with a major South African conservation and relocation company, ACS helped in the transportation of 39 white rhinoceroses from Namibia to Dallas, US, for three ...
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NewsNunes heads up operations at Chapman Freeborn
Bernardo Nunes. Photo: Chapman FreebornBernardo Nunes has been appointed chief operating officer at aircraft charter company Chapman Freeborn.Nunes returns to Chapman Freeborn after previously serving as director of transformation and analytics in 2021 and 2022, bringing with him over 25 years of experience in the air cargo supply chain and ...
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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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News40th Air Cargo News Awards winners revealed!
Photo: Leo Johnson PhotographyAir cargo innovation across the industry was celebrated at the Air Cargo News Awards today, which marked the 40th year of the event.Nearly 250 guests gathered for the awards this year, hosted by comedian and broadcaster Zoe Lyons at the Royal Lancaster London hotel, where attendees were ...
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NewsAir Partner adds to cargo management
Eliska Hill. Photo Air PartnerCharter broker Air Partner has appointed Eliska Hill as global senior vice president of cargo.Hill will be responsible for overseeing operations and strategic growth within the company’s cargo division for all markets globally.She has over 25 years of experience within the aviation sector and most recently ...
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NewsAir cargo charter brokers report rising demand as port strikes continue
Charter broker Air Partner has reported a pick up in demand related to strikes at US East and Gulf Coast ports, while Air Charter Service is expecting major airlifts if the strikes continue. Air Partner executive vice president for group charter and cargo Jon Corbi told Air Cargo News that ...
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NewsDon't miss out! Last tables for the Air Cargo News Awards
Air Cargo News Awards 2023. Images Copyright www.tellingphotography.comThere are now just weeks to go until the Air Cargo News Awards take place and so don't miss the chance to book one of the few remaining tables at this prestigious industry event.This year, the ceremony on October 23 will comprise a ...
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NewsChapman Freeborn promotes Liu in China
Allen Liu. Source: Chapman FreebornChapman Freeborn has appointed Allen Liu as president of its newly expanded operations across Greater China.Liu will oversee all freight operations in the region as part of the firm's long-term strategy to deepen its commitment to the Chinese market.He joined the charter broker in 2012 and ...
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NewsACS Time Critical appoints new North America CEO
Robert Alleman. Source: ACS ACS Time Critical has appointed Robert Alleman as chief executive of the firm’s North American Time Critical Services Alleman will be based at the company’s Texas office and, according to his LinkedIn profile, has previously worked at Royale International as a time-critical account ...
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NewsAir Charter Service arranges complex AN-124 charter
Source: Air Charter Service (ACS)Air Charter Service (ACS) recently arranged the delivery of two aftercoolers, weighing almost 50 tons each, from Italy to an offshore oil platform that was being constructed in Indonesia.The charter company used an Antonov 124 freighter due to the heavy weight of the shipment. The aftercoolers ...
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NewsAerios charter management app launches
Simon Watson. Photo: AeriosAir cargo charter software company Aerios has released a charter management system app that organises data to create efficiencies and maximise revenue.The CargoTech member's charter management system integrates with flight operations, CRM and communication systems to create a single digital workflow and is designed to increase efficiency ...
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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 ...
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NewsAir Cargo Forum event to go annual
Source: Shutterstock.comTIACA's Air Cargo Forum event will become an annual event from 2025.The event - one of the largest in the calendar - has until now been biennial but the air cargo supply chain organisation today announced the move to an annual setup.TIACA said the event will rotate between Miami ...
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NewsAir Partner provides urgent supplies to hurricane-stricken Jamaica
Source: Air PartnerAir Partner's cargo division recently supported humanitarian aid efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl in the Caribbean.The Air Partner cargo team arranged a cargo charter flight from Miami (MIA) to Montego Bay (MBJ) in Jamaica utilising a Global X Airbus A321F aircraft to transport 50,000 lbs and ...
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NewsAir Partner delivers urgent medical aid to Gaza
Photo: Air PartnerAir Partner's cargo division transported 49 tons of humanitarian aid to Gaza last month in partnership with Egypt Air.The operation was executed in partnership with Egypt Air and involved one single charter flight using an Airbus A330-200F aircraft, said the aviation services group.Due to the ongoing conflict resulting ...
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NewsACS swings into action for urgent blood plasma shipment
Source: Air Charter ServiceAir Charter Service's time-critical division utilised a private jet and on-board courier to ensure an urgent shipment of blood plasma was delivered in time.The blood plasma shipment needed to be transported from Manchester in the UK to a hospital in San Francisco in a limited timeframe, had ...
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NewsNew CEO for ACS Dubai
Elie Hanna. Photo: Air Charter ServiceElie Hanna has been promoted to the role of chief executive at Air Charter Service (ACS) Dubai and will oversee the company’s growth in the Middle East.ACS confirmed to Air Cargo News that Hanna is a private jet broker, but will be in charge of ...
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NewsAntonov Airlines AN-124 completes US satellite flight
Source: Antonov AirlinesAntonov Airlines and charter firm Proair have transported a satellite and supporting equipment from Turkey to the US utilising one of its AN-124-100 aircraft.The Türksat 6A satellite was transported in a special container fixed to the frame. For loading the piece into the cargo cabin of the AN-124-100, ...