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DGCA signs MoU with European Union Aviation Safety Agency for unmanned aircraft systems & innovative air mobility; to result in harmonised standards & accelerated growth of Indian unmanned aviation sector
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for cooperation in Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Innovative Air Mobility. This MoU will focus on collaboration on unmanned aircraft and innovative air mobility between the two…
Read MoreWorld air cargo seen sliding in June, says WorldACD
World air cargo tonnage in June saw a continuation of the flat trend since the beginning of the month, while average rates remain on a slightly sliding trend, according to WorldACD’s latest market summary. Comparing the overall global market with this time last year, chargeable weight in weeks 24…
Read MoreIndian drug exports need CRIA to enter Gambia
The Gambian drug controller has mandated that from July onwards all drugs exported to the country from India will have to undergo document verification, physical inspection and quality control testing with a Clean Report of Inspection and Analysis (CRIA) before shipment. Mumbai-based Quntrol Laboratories Private Limited has been appointed…
Read MoreSwiss WorldCargo announces new commodity-focused, modular airfreight service structure
Swiss WorldCargo has announced that its new commodity-focused, modular airfreight service structure is now live, offering a range of tailored solutions that cater to customers’ unique needs. For the past few days, Swiss WorldCargo’s new product structure has been in full swing, giving its customers more flexibility when it…
Read MoreQatar Airways Cargo further improves its Fresh process
Qatar Airways Cargo, which annually carries in excess of 285,000 tonnes of perishable goods on its global network, has streamlined its Next Generation Fresh process for all kinds of perishable shipments ranging from fruits or vegetables to seafood or flowers. Three sub-categories, Fresh Care, Fresh Passive, and Fresh Advanced,…
Read MoreRobots strengthen Hactl security
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent handler – is beefing up site security at its SuperTerminal 1 facility, with the introduction of robot patrols. The first security robot is about to enter service, initially patrolling car- and truck parking areas, and export goods…
Read MoreAir cargo market conditions weak in May
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for May 2023 global air cargo markets showing weak market conditions. Global demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTKs), fell 5.2% compared to May 2022 (-6.0% for international operations). Capacity, as measured by available cargo tonne-kilometres (ACTKs), rose 14.5% compared to May…
Read MoreDRONECO by TSAW Drones targets 10 lakh deliveries in 2023
DRONECO, the logistic arm of Drone tech startup TSAW Drones, has set an ambitious goal to complete over 10 lakh deliveries in 2023. With a track record of 8,400+ successful package deliveries to date, DRONECO is steadily expanding its reach and revolutionising the delivery industry. DRONECO has covered an…
Read MoreEkart launches B2B Air & Surface Express solutions to empower businesses with greater reliability and speed
Ekart, India’s leading supply chain network, today announced that it will now offer B2B trucking and transportation services through a fleet of more than 7,000 trucks across the country. The launch of its B2B Express services across air and surface modes will cater to brands, manufacturers and retailers across…
Read MoreLufthansa Cargo adds third Airbus A321 converted freighter
Lufthansa Cargo has expanded its freighter fleet by introducing its third Airbus A321 converted freighter, according to reports, part of the airline’s efforts to strengthen its e-commerce offerings within the European route network. catalunyafarm.com This latest A321 freighter is 11.2 years old and has previously been utilised for passenger…
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