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dnata appoints global head of airport operations
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has announced the appointment of Clive Sauvé-Hopkins to the position of Divisional Senior Vice President (DSVP), Airport Operations. In his role, Clive will oversee dnata’s global ground handling and cargo business at 97 airports in 16 countries. He will manage…
Read MoreDelhi Airport Cargo achieves over 1 MMT in 2023-24
From its humble beginnings in 2006, Delhi Airport Cargo has come a long way, crossing the 1 Million Metric Ton (MMT) mark for FY 2023-24. Cargo tonnage had dipped due to the global pandemic and subsequent lockdowns, but after 5 years the cargo division has achieved this impressive feat…
Read MoreCSMIA’s cargo operations thrive in FY 2024 with 6% year-on-year growth, driven by 10% rise in international volumes
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has proudly declared the remarkable accomplishments of its cargo operations during the fiscal year 2023-2024, further solidifying its position as a premier global cargo hub. With a connection to over 700 cargo destinations this fiscal, CSMIA witnessed a noteworthy 6% year-on-year increase in…
Read MoreChinese air cargo shows resurgence
China’s air cargo demand has grown by double digits for four consecutive months, while rates have risen steadily since late February. The strength of the market rebound after a prolonged downturn that bottomed out last August has surprised industry watchers. But the recovery is not lifting all regions equally…
Read MoreChange seen in fronthaul and backhaul air freight corridors due to Middle East conflicts
There has been a reversal of traditions across fronthaul and backhaul air freight corridors between Middle East and Europe since the start of the year. This has been driven by significant developments on the Middle East to Europe air cargo trade – usually considered to be a backhaul route….
Read MoreCargolux registers profit in 2023
Cargolux Group (Cargolux), the Luxembourg-flag dedicated cargo airline, generated a positive net result for its 2023 financial year despite challenging market conditions, a reflection of the company’s agility in changing market conditions. Cargolux generated: 1. Revenues of US$ 2,975 million. 2. Profit After Tax of US$ 286 million. This…
Read MoreWestJet Cargo strengthens international network
WestJet Cargo has announced the strengthening of its flights between Calgary and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). This route, operating 5-7 times weekly, underscores WestJet Cargo’s commitment to expanding its footprint in Europe and enhancing service efficiency through strategic hubs. Paris CDG acts as a central hub, enabling WestJet…
Read MoreTurkish Cargo remarks about shipments from/to Russia and Belarus
Turkish Cargo has intimated that for shipments from/to Russia and Belarus, the following points must be considered: • Complete entry of the shipper and consignee of shipment • HS Code identifying shipment • Origin of shipment • Intended use of shipment (optional) must be taken The system scans the…
Read MoreSAS partners WFS for cargo handling at a fourth major airport in North America
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has awarded a cargo handling contract to Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) at a fourth major airport gateway in North America. The new three-year agreement will see WFS, a member of SATS Group, handle cargo onboard SAS flights to and from Boston. The airline now offers daily…
Read MoreNew FedEx import tool to enhance efficiency of import process for India businesses
FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has launched the FedEx Import Tool (FiT), a cutting-edge solution designed to address the increasing complexities and volumes of imports in India. This timely launch is noteworthy as India has experienced a…
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