IATA initiative to accelerate transition to Enhanced GSE
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) launched a program reinforcing the industry’s aim of increasing the use of enhanced ground support equipment (Enhanced GSE). Presented at IATA’s Ground Handling Conference (IGHC), the IATA Enhanced GSE Recognition Program aims to accelerate the introduction of Enhanced GSE technologies into daily operations,…
Read MoreNew leadership announced for Menzies CNAC
Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has announced the appointment of Raymond Lo as Chief Executive of Menzies CNAC. The announcement follows the company’s earlier acquisition of a 50% stake in Jardine Aviation Services Group (JASG), which will be rebranded as Menzies CNAC….
Read MoreMSC Air Cargo expands fleet
MSC Air Cargo is leading the charge towards a future of greater efficiency, flexibility and unparalleled customer service, passing from operating a single aircraft to a fleet that will include five starting in May. MSC Air Cargo has strengthened its gateways in Malpensa and Liège, bolstering its ability to…
Read MoreMaersk inaugurates air freight gateway in Miami
A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) expanded its air freight operations footprint with the April activation of a full-service, in-transit gateway solution in Miami. This new air freight facility underscores Maersk’s commitment to providing seamless and competitive connectivity to major Latin American markets. The Miami gateway will serve as a…
Read MoreIndia’s airlines seen with 50 pc share in international traffic by FY28, says CRISIL
As much as half of the country’s international air passenger traffic is expected to be catered to Indian airlines by the financial year 2027-28, according to a report by credit ratings agency CRISIL. The share of Indian airlines in international passenger traffic, including originating or terminating as well as the traffic…
Read MoreHactl first in Asia with IATA Enhanced GSE Recognition Certificate
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong’s Kong’s largest independent air cargo handler – is Asia’s first ground handler to receive a certificate under the “IATA Enhanced GSE Recognition Program”. The programme encourages the installation of anti-collision systems on new and existing ground support equipment (GSE), to…
Read MoreExporters want priority shipment for MSMEs at Delhi Airport
Indian exporters have sought priority shipment facilities for local micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) as transhipment of Bangladesh’s export cargo to third countries through the Delhi Air Cargo complex is causing delays, inflating freight expenses. The Noida Apparel Export Cluster (NAEC), where 80% of the apparel production and export units…
Read MoreEmirates Group achieves record profit, revenue in 2023-24
The Emirates Group on Monday released its 2023-24 Annual Report, hitting new record profit, revenue, and cash balance levels. Both Emirates and dnata saw significant profit and revenue increases in 2023-24, as the Group expanded its operations around the world to meet strong customer demand for its high-quality products…
Read MoreChina e-commerce dominating air freight
The air freight market showed another solid performance in April as air freight rates increased again against what should be, from a seasonal perspective, a slower trading environment, said an analysis in Baltic Exchange. It elaborated: With respect to cargo exported out of China, freight rates on all major…
Read MoreChallenge Group launches regular flight route connecting Dubai and Liège
Challenge Group is delighted to announce the launch of a scheduled flight service from Liège (LGG) to Dubai World Central (DWC) via Tel Aviv (TLV), commencing on May 16, 2024. Initially, the service will operate weekly every Thursday, deploying a B747F aircraft with a capacity of 120 tons. This…
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