Emirates SkyCargo to continue flying high in 2024
Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, has wrapped up a major year of growth and investment in both its current and future operations. Signalling its confidence in the essential role air cargo will continue to play in global trade, the airline has made significant…
Read MoreRates bounce back to +50% above pre-Covid level
Global average air cargo rates now stand +50% above their pre-Covid levels this time four years ago following the significant rebound in the last few months in demand and pricing, especially ex-China, according to the latest figures from WorldACD Market Data. Weekly analysis Preliminary figures for week 50 (11…
Read MoreNavi Mumbai Airport to begin ops by Dec. 2024
Navi Mumbai Airport is all set to keep its commitment and begin commercial operations at the scheduled time by December 2024. Navi Mumbai International Airport Pvt. Ltd. took over the construction of the airport and a change in management happened in August 2021. Now, the company has focused all…
Read MoreGovt to resolve cargo industry concerns: Minister
The government is focused on addressing the cargo industry concerns and committed to enhancing collaboration within the cargo industry, particularly in digital transformation, said Mr Jyotiraditya Scindia, Minister for Civil Aviation and Steel, during discussions at the Cargo Advisory Committee meeting this month. The meeting addressed the need for…
Read MoreEmirates SkyCargo ends a successful year; on track with its strategic growth plans
Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, wraps up a major year of growth and investment in both its current and future operations. Signalling its confidence in the essential role air cargo will continue to play in global trade, the airline has made significant leaps…
Read MoreDHL Express and Japan Airlines in freighter partnership
DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, and Japan Airlines (JAL) have signed a long-term contract to utilise Boeing767-300 cargo aircraft owned by JAL. With this new partnership, both companies will build a sustainable network to capture growing customer demand in the expanding international express and e-commerce…
Read MoreCathay delivers the future with next-generation freighter order
Cathay Cargo has taken another important step towards achieving its vision of becoming the world’s most customer-centric air cargo service brand with the announcement of its selection of the next-generation Airbus A350F freighter to meet its future fleet requirements. Cathay has placed an initial firm order with Airbus for…
Read MoreAI Express to begin services from Ayodhya on Dec. 30
Air India Express will soon commence services from Ayodhya International Airport, the airline’s 45th destination and third operational sector in Uttar Pradesh. Starting December 30, 2023, the airline will operate direct flights to Delhi and offer convenient one-stop itineraries to multiple destinations within India and beyond. Commenting on the…
Read MoreWorld’s first air cargo terminal equipped with intelligent cargo thermal detection system to enhance aviation safety
Aerovision Technology Limited (ATL) and Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) have signed a collaboration agreement to install ATL’s patented intelligent cargo thermal detection system at suitable locations within Hactl’s SuperTerminal. It is also the world’s first air cargo terminal equipped with an intelligent cargo thermal detection system,…
Read MoreSpiceJet reportedly interested in acquiring Go First
SpiceJet has reportedly expressed interest in acquiring Go First, it is learnt. It comes weeks after the deadline for making proposals passed and lenders started considering Go First’s liquidation. Two more entities, Africa-focused Safrik Investments, and Sharjah-based aviation company, Sky One, too have expressed interest in Go First. According…
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