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Rise continues into April as South Asia-Europe rates soar; India-Europe spot rates seeing surge

Worldwide air cargo rates have continued to rise into the first week of April, boosted by a surge in prices and demand from Middle East & South Asia origins, according to the latest weekly figures and analysis from WorldACD Market Data, despite a fall in tonnages from most regions…

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Kerry eCommerce, Menzies Aviation and Menzies Macau Airport Services sign MoU on Global Customs Clearance

Kerry Logistics Network Limited, through its subsidiary Kerry eCommerce Limited, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Global Customs Clearance with Menzies Aviation Limited and Menzies Macau Airport Services Limited. The signing of the MoU marks the official launch of the Global Customs Clearance Collaboration project, which aims…

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GE Aerospace announces Rs 240 cr. investment in Pune

GE Aerospace has announced an investment of over Rs 240 crore to expand and upgrade its manufacturing facility in Pune that produces components for commercial jet engines. The infusion of funds will allow the facility to add new projects and manufacturing processes by acquiring machines/equipment and specialised tools along…

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DHL Express introduces dedicated flight between Sydney and Hong Kong to cater to Oceania-North Asia trade demand

DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, has introduced a dedicated flight between Hong Kong and Sydney, Australia. This direct flight replaces the current Hong Kong-Singapore-Sydney route to meet the rise in shipment volume between Hong Kong and Australia. Departing from DHL’s Central Asia Hub in Hong…

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Continental Carriers successfully launches India’s first RA-3 accredited Greenfield AFS near Indira Gandhi International Airport

Continental Carriers Pvt. Ltd (CCPL) successfully launched India’s first RA-3 accredited Greenfield Air Freight Station (AFS) on April 9, 2024, marking a historic milestone in India’s logistics sector and also showcasing Continental Carriers’ commitment to innovation, service excellence and sustainability. The launch function, graced by esteemed dignitaries including Mr…

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B&H Worldwide secures contract with Unical Aviation for global inventory management and freight forwarding

B&H Worldwide, a leading provider of aerospace and aviation logistics solutions, has announced a two-year agreement with Unical Aviation Inc., a prominent supplier of aircraft parts and components to thousands of commercial aviation customers worldwide. Under the terms of the contract, B&H Worldwide will provide Unical with comprehensive inventory…

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Airlines to avoid Iranian airspace

Air India and Vistara are avoiding Iranian airspace for their west-bound flights amid mounting tensions in the region. This could result in an extra 30 minutes of flight time and increase the fuel burn for the airlines in outbound sectors. The Ministry of External Affairs has issued a travel…

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Air India and BIAL enter into agreement to develop Bengaluru as a premier aviation hub for Southern India

Air India, India’s leading global airline, and Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) have entered into an agreement intended to develop Bengaluru as a premier aviation hub for Southern India, with an aim to boost air travel connectivity to and from India over the next few years. The agreement marks…

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ACCD organises spectacular Annual Ball 2024

The Air Cargo Club of Delhi (ACCD) has shared the incredible success of the ACCD Annual Ball held on March 16, 2024. The evening was nothing short of spectacular, with an electrifying atmosphere filled with international dance performances, live music by the talented Farhan Sabir, and captivating entertainment hosted…

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Virgin Atlantic chooses Çelebi for premier ground handling in Bangalore launch

Çelebi India, a frontrunner in ground handling and aviation logistics services, has announced its latest collaboration with Virgin Atlantic, marking the launch of the airline’s direct flights from the London to Bangalore on April 1, 2024. This strategic alliance leverages Çelebi’s exceptional track record, including its ISAGO certification, RA3…

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