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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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Canada's WestJet expands pet transport service to the UK
WestJet Cargo has expanded its pet transportation services from Canada to London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR) and Edinburgh (EDI).This expansion, using belly capacity, comes in response to the growing demand for secure and reliable international pet travel between Canada and Europe, said the Canadian airline.The carrier operates flights between ...
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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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NewsWFS becomes first cargo handler at Schiphol to introduce electric towing vehicles
Photo: WFSSATS-owned Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has become the first cargo handler at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to introduce electric cargo towing vehicles.Supplied by vehicle partner, TCR, the Goldhofer Sherpa E6 towing trucks are being used to support WFS’ ramp and cargo handling services for more than 50 airlines at ...
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NewsSwissport wins Frankfurt Airport ground handling license
Photo: SwissportSwissport has secured a seven-year license to provide ground handling services at Frankfurt Airport from February 1 2025 until January 2032.The cargo handler has been operational at Frankfurt Airport since 1995. Swissport currently provides airport ground handling, air cargo handling and fuelling services at 15 airports in Germany, but ...
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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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NewsOrphan chimp finds her forever home thanks to DHL Express
DHL Express has helped Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre move orphaned chimpanzee Chocolat to her new home at the sanctuary in Dorset, UK.A victim of the Republic of Congo’s illegal bushmeat trade, Chocolat was an infant when her family were hunted and killed 20 years ago while she herself was ...
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NewsIAG Cargo opens operations control centre at Heathrow
Photo: IAG CargoIAG Cargo has opened a new control centre at Heathrow Airport that is equipped with real-time cargo monitoring technology designed to manage over 2,000 freight movements per day.The new London Operations Control Centre is expected to improve on the day decision making with real-time data and workload forecasting ...
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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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NewsQatar Airways buys 25% stake in African carrier Airlink
Photo: Qatar AirwaysQatar Airways Group has acquired a 25% stake in South African regional carrier, Airlink as it strives to further develop its operations across the African continent.The investment in Johannesburg, Gauteng-headquartered Airlink – which flies to more than 45 destinations in 15 African countries – will enhance a code-sharing ...
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NewsEthiopian Airlines signs contract for "Mega Airport City"
Mesfin Tasew (left) and Tariq Al-Qanni. Photo: Ethiopian AirlinesEthiopian Airlines Group has signed a contract with Dar Al-Handasah Consultants to build a 'Mega Airport City' at Abusera in Bishoftu City that will include over 100,000sq m of cargo and support facilities.The site, 40 km from the existing Addis Ababa ...
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NewsPuerto Rico healthcare exports take off
Manuel Cidre Manuel Cidre, Secretary of the Department of Economic Development and Commerce The Puerto Rico Life Sciences Air Cargo Community is reporting steady growth of life sciences exports and has attracted new cargo capacity, according to figures provided by air cargo consulting, data and software specialist, ...
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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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NewsLufthansa Cargo grows 777F fleet to 18 aircraft
18th Lufthansa Cargo 777 freighter. Photo Lufthansa CargoLufthansa Cargo has added another new Boeing 777 freighter as it continues to modernise its cargo fleet and expand capacity.The German airline took delivery of its 18th B777 freighter at Frankfurt Airport (FRA), it's main hub, on August 17. The long-haul freighter was ...
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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 ...