Aviation News Updates

FedEx Q1 results

FedEx has reported higher first quarter diluted EPS of $4.23 and adjusted diluted EPS of $4.55 for the period ended August 31. FedEx’s first quarter results improved primarily due to the execution of the company’s DRIVE program initiatives and continued focus on revenue quality. The improvement in operating results…

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Etihad Cargo appoints Giridharan Srinivasan as Area General Manager – Indian Subcontinent

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has appointed Mr Giridharan Srinivasan to the role of Area General Manager – Indian Subcontinent. Based in Bangalore, Mr Srinivasan will report directly to Ms Latha Narayan, Etihad Cargo’s Director East Cargo Commercial – APAC, Australasia and Indian Subcontinent….

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dnata first combined air services provider to receive IATA environmental management certification

dnata has become the first combined air services provider to receive the International Air Transport Association’ (IATA) environmental management certification as a recognition of its unwavering commitment to sustainability across its diverse portfolio of businesses in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). IATA Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) is a certification programme…

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Delta Cargo highlights significant operational improvements driven by new Hub Control System

Delta Cargo has announced the implementation of Hub Control System (HCS), developed in partnership with Orga Dynamics. This new system has resulted in substantial operational improvements for customers with shipments transferring through Delta Cargo’s key hub stations.  The Hub Control System equips Delta Cargo with the ability to streamline…

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Qatar Airways Cargo joins forces with Animal Defenders International for the world’s loneliest lion’s remarkable journey & new beginning

Ruben, who was left behind when a private zoo closed down in Armenia, suffered in a tiny concrete cell with no contact with other lions.  Ruben’s happy ending was at risk when ADI could not find a suitable flight for him out of Armenia.    Qatar Airways Cargo orchestrated a…

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Qatar Airways Cargo & Xiamen Airlines enter partnership

Qatar Airways Cargo has announced a new partnership with Xiamen Airlines, the first Chinese airline to operate passenger non-stop flights from Mainland China to Qatar. The new partnership will allow Qatar Airways Cargo to provide additional belly cargo capacity for customers to and from Mainland China. Under the cooperation…

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Menzies Aviation appoints Global Head of Cargo to continue its rapid growth trajectory

Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has announced three new senior appointments to drive forward its growing air cargo business, including a new Global Head of Cargo. Beau Paine has been appointed as Global Head of Cargo and will retain his current role…

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The most internationally connected airports

OAG reported the following highlights from its 2023 ‘Megahubs’ report, ranking the most internationally connected airports: London Heathrow Airport reclaimed the position of the most internationally connected airport. British Airways remains the airport’s dominant airline with a 50% share of flights; New York John F Kennedy International Airport ranked…

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Schiphol airport cargo community tackles landside congestion by digitalising planning

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and its cargo partners are combating long truck wait times at the hub through the introduction of a new Smart Cargo Mainport Program initiative, “Digital Planning.” Key players in Schiphol’s air freight chain signed a Best Effort declaration on Monday, committing to the far-reaching digitalisation of…

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ONE Record Hackathon delivers positive results for air cargo

In June 2023, IATA held its latest ONE Record Hackathon in Frankfurt, hosted by Lufthansa Cargo. Once again, the event helped to strengthen the air cargo supply chain through the innovative ideas on display, ultimately leading to a more efficient and sustainable aviation industry. June’s Hackathon featured 21 teams,…

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