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E-commerce volumes on the up at Helsinki
E-commerce volumes being transported through Helsinki Airport have grown rapidly over the past year following the start up of parcel firm Nordic Parcel Express.The company started operations in August 2023 and has been importing/exporting e-commerce volumes that would have previously flown through European hubs such as Amsterdam, Paris and Liege.The ...
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Hactl makes lithium battery handling safer
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) is taking new steps to mitigate the risks of handling lithium batteries in air cargo.The Hong Kong International Airport-based company has opened a dedicated lithium batteries storage zone that is equipped with carbon dioxide (CO2) fire suppression systems and fire-proof partitions to segregate ...
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New UK government shines spotlight on aviation
The new government came into power one month ago and it is encouraging that several initiatives have already been announced to support the aviation sector.Airfreight has a critical role to play in boosting economic growth, already contributing £230m of the £185bn logistics businesses add in value to the UK economy.Recent ...
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Logistics UK welcomes funding for green aviation projects
The UK government will make more than £100m in funding available for five research and development projects that aim to reduce the environmental impact of aviation.The Department for Business and Trade said the funding would be delivered through Aerospace Technology Institute Programme to help pioneer groundbreaking new tech, including zero ...
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Logistics UK welcomes Scottish government's aviation statement
Supply chain organisation Logistics UK has broadly welcomed the Scottish government's latest aviation statement, although it would like to see more ambitious targets for the development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).The Aviation Statement sets out actions the Scottish Government will take to help grow Scotland’s international connectivity, secure lifeline services ...
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European Union to ramp up tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles
The European Union (EU) has revealed plans to add tariffs of up to 38.1% on electric vehicles imported from China.The new tariffs were announced last week and will be implemented on July 4, although the level of tariff varies between companies.Manufacturers will also have the chance to appeal the level ...
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Embraer E190 P2F is FAA installation conformity certified
Work on Embraer's passenger to freighter E190F aircraft is advancing with the successful completion of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) installation conformity.According to a LinkedIn post by US aerospace company US Cargo Systems, the company worked with Embraer to carry out the certification process in May."This pivotal achievement propels both Embraer ...
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NewsUS customs crackdown on e-commerce yet to impact freighter capacity
A US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) crackdown on e-commerce shipments into the US over recent weeks has yet to impact freighter flight numbers into North America.Late last week, CBP announced it had suspended "multiple customs brokers" from its Entry Type 86 Test programme that covers the duty-free import of ...
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TIACA joins forces with ACI on cargo safety and sustainability
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) and Airports Council International (ACI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to improve the overall level of safety, efficiency and sustainability of cargo operations within the airport ecosystem.The MoU will focus on the development of joint advocacy programmes in the context of ICAO ...
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WFS helps screen cargo at JFK
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) is to operate a new Centralized Examination Station at New York’s John F. Kennedy (JFK) International Airport for US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The SATS subsidiary has been awarded a five-year contract by CBP to run the Centralized Examination Station (CES), which is due to ...
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Logistics UK reiterates call for dedicated logistics minister following election announcement
Logistics UK has reiterated its call for the creation of a dedicated logistics and supply chain minister following the announcement of a general election in the country on July 4.The business group urged all political parties to include the organisation’s call for the appointment of a minister for logistics and ...
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RSP hopeful work can begin on Manston airfreight hub following latest ruling
The owners of Manston Airport in the UK say work can soon start on its new airfreight hub following the latest court ruling.The Court of Appeal has dismissed an application from a local resident to appeal against the granting of the Development Consent Order (DCO) required for the plans.The battle ...
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NewsUS FAA legislation includes review of airport truck delays
AfA members. Source: AfAUS president Joe Biden has signed into law the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization legislation, which includes a section on reviewing truck congestion issues at US airports.The US Airforwaders Association (AfA) said that under the new law, the General Accountability Office will assess air cargo operations across the ...
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NewsSupply chains brace for new US-China tariff war
Cargo volumes and supply chain costs for China-US services could come under pressure after US president Joe Biden announced a range of new tariffs on Chinese imports.The president yesterday announced tariffs covering Chinese imports with a value of $18bn, ranging from electric vehicles (EVs) to solar cells and semiconductors to ...
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Etihad Cargo prepared for new UAE shipment data requirements
Etihad Cargo has outlined the preparations it has made ahead of the implementation of stricter requirements for advanced shipment information.The UAE is in the process of implementing Pre-Loading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI) regulations that involve supply chain partners providing shipment information ahead of transport to enable authorities to carry out ...
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Future of the 767F given a boost as US Senate backs emissions exemption
Production of the Boeing 767 freighter has been given a lifeline after the US Senate approved a bill that would exempt the aircraft from stricter emissions rules.The US is due to implement new aircraft efficiency rules from January 1 2028 which had called into question the future of the 767 ...
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NewsA third of exporters still need to switch to Customs Declaration Service
Photo: ASMUp to one-third of exporters still need to switch to the UK's Customs Declaration Service (CDS) for exports as there is now less than one month before functionality is removed from the old system, CHIEF, Agency Sector Management (ASM) has warned.The software provider to the UK Customs clearance and ...
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US freight forwarders take note: new guidance clarifies export compliance responsibilities
The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) recently released a document outlining best practices and responsibilities for freight forwarders engaged in international trade.This information is critical for freight forwarders to ensure they operate within legal boundaries and mitigate risks associated with export compliance.The guidance brings clarity to the roles and ...
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Fiata develops model agreement for PLACI multiple filing
Freight forwarder association Fiata has launched a new agreement to help companies manage new requirements from governments for shipment information.The FIATA Model Agreement for Pre-Loading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI) regimes aims to clarify parties’ responsibilities and "facilitate successful compliance in the complex reporting environment" when using the option of multiple ...
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Ukraine aims for transfer of stranded AN-124
Ukraine is planning to "confiscate" a Volga-Dnepr-owned AN-124 aircraft that has been grounded at Canada's Toronto Pearson Airport since the start of the war in the country.The move is part of a new package of Canadian sanctions against Russia following a visit to Canada by Ukraine's government to meet prime ...