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IndiGo announces new codeshare connections to Helsinki, Stockholm and Oslo with Turkish Airlines

IndiGo has announced the expansion of codeshare connections to Helsinki, Stockholm and Oslo via Istanbul, in partnership with Turkish Airlines. The connections to Helsinki and Stockholm will become operational on November 23, 2023, while Oslo became effective from November 17, 2023. These additions bolster connectivity to northern Europe, offering…

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ICAO conference in Dubai to accelerate global aviation’s transition towards cleaner energy sources

Well over a hundred countries and one thousand delegates convened in Dubai this week to firm up their collective commitments to boost global aviation’s transition towards Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), Lower Carbon Aviation Fuels (LCAF), and other cleaner energy sources. “CAAF/3 convenes just over a year after States’ landmark…

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DHL Express launches expanded Central Asia Hub in Hong Kong

DHL Express has launched its state-of-the-art, expanded Central Asia Hub (CAH) in Hong Kong, amid fast-growing global trade in recent years. To date, the total investment for CAH has reached EUR 562 million since its establishment in 2004. This emphasises DHL’s firm belief in the growth opportunities in Asia…

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CSMIA embraces the Diwali spirit with 2,500 MT EXIM cargo this festive season

Amidst the joyous celebrations of Diwali, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has announced a remarkable surge in cargo shipments. The surge showcases an impressive additional volume of 2,500 metric tons of goods processed during the festive season of 2023. Amongst all the different categories of cargo items shipped…

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ACFI launches ‘Innovation Awards 2023-24’ to recognise innovation and excellence in the Air Cargo industry

The Air Cargo Forum India (ACFI) launched its unique and landmark ‘Air Cargo Innovation Awards 2023-24’ on November 15, 2023 aimed to recognise and acknowledge the most innovative initiatives, ideas and solutions addressing the challenges faced by the air cargo supply chain and logistics industry. These awards will recognise…

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AAPA aims for sustainable aviation fuel utilisation target of 5% by 2030

Airline leaders gathered at the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines’ (AAPA) 67th Assembly of Presidents held in Singapore recently, welcomed the robust recovery of air travel in the Asia Pacific region. Reflecting the collective priorities and shared resolve of Asian airline leaders, the Assembly of Presidents passed a series…

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TIACA announces results of Executive Elections for 2024-2025

The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) announced the results of its Executive Elections for the 2024-2025 term. Steven Polmans has been re-elected and will remain Chair for the next two years and following a change to the Governance rules to enable two Vice Chairs to be appointed, Emir Pineda…

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SBTi approves Hactl emissions reduction targets

Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent cargo handler – has had its targets for science-based greenhouse gas emissions reductions approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). SBTi’s Target Validation team has confirmed that Hactl’s targets comply with SBTi Criteria and Recommendations, and…

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Çelebi in partnership with Oman Air at Manohar International Airport in Goa

Çelebi, a globally renowned ground handling service provider, has announced its recent collaboration with Oman Air at Manohar International Airport in Goa. This partnership marks a significant milestone as Oman Air becomes the first foreign airline to land at the rapidly growing new airport in North Goa. Oman Air…

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No flight reduction at Schiphol Airport

The Dutch government said this week that it has abandoned, for now, plans to rein in flights at Amsterdam’s busy Schiphol Airport following protests from countries including the United States and warnings that the move could breach European law and aviation agreements. Last year, the government had announced plans…

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