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Andhra issues fresh bids forgreenfield airport at Dagadarthi
THE Andhra Pradesh Airports Development Corporation Limited (APADCL) has officially issued a fresh Request for Proposal (RFP) to invite competitive bids for the development, operation and maintenance of the proposed greenfield airport at Dagadarthi in the SPSR Nellore district. The project is structured under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model…
Read MoreIndia’s air cargo volumes rise despite West Asia conflict
INDIA’S air cargo sector has registered resilient growth in the early months of the current fiscal year, overcoming severe flight-route bottlenecks and airport closures caused by the ongoing West Asia crisis. With key global transit hubs such as Dubai and Doha experiencing temporary operational pauses due to regional hostilities,…
Read MoreGlobal airfreight volume drops towards end of April but pricing continues to climb: Report
After several weeks of growth, global airfreight volume dropped -7% in week 18 (April 27 – May 3) compared to the week before as the rush to move flowers in time for Mother’s Day ended and business activity slowed in several countries due to Labor Day. Despite the slowdown…
Read MoreIndia positioning itself as a strategic node in global e-commerce logistics
India is increasingly positioning itself as a strategic node in global e-commerce logistics. Traditionally known as a sourcing market for manufacturing and exports, the country is now evolving into a more complex ecosystem that combines large-scale domestic consumption with expanding cross-border fulfilment operations. This shift reflects both structural improvements…
Read MoreQatar Airways Cargo launches Pharma Passive FlexTemp
Qatar Airways Cargo has once again raised the bar for pharmaceutical air transport with the introduction of Pharma Passive FlexTemp—a new solution designed to tackle one of the biggest challenges in the industry: managing dual-temperature requirements within a single shipment journey. Available as an add-on service for Pharma Passive…
Read MoreEtihad and EDGE ink Global Air Carrier Services Agreement
EDGE has signed a Global Air Carrier Services Agreement with Etihad Airways at Make it in the Emirates (MIITE 2026), consolidating its airfreight operations under the UAE’s national carrier. Under the agreement, EDGE will procure airfreight services through Etihad Airways’ cargo operations for shipments on behalf of itself and…
Read MoreLufthansa Cargo introduces GlobeCross as subsidiary for cross-border logistics
Lufthansa Cargo has announced the launch of GlobeCross GmbH, a new wholly owned subsidiary formed through the merger of heyworld and CB Customs Broker. With GlobeCross, Lufthansa Cargo is strengthening its portfolio in cross-border logistics and Customs services, offering eCommerce customers faster, more predictable and fully compliant solutions in…
Read MoreEmirates SkyCargo’s products now available on Pelicargo
Emirates SkyCargo has further expanded its digital presence by integrating its world class product and services on Pelicargo, a leading online platform for airfreight procurement and booking. The cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline is also the first carrier from the Middle East region to establish API…
Read MoreCIAL achieves 10 pc cargo growth despite West Asia crisis
Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) recorded a resilient performance during the financial year 2025-26, handling 72,178 tonnes of cargo despite geopolitical tensions in West Asia. This represents a 10% increase, with international cargo accounting for 76% of the total volume. Revenue from this segment climbed to ₹52.84 crore, driven…
Read MoreACAAI Regional Meeting in Bengaluru sees strong participation & meaningful discussions
Strong participation, meaningful discussions and valuable networking marked the successful Regional Meeting & Trade Get-Together hosted by The Air Cargo Agents Association of India (ACAAI) at Bowring Institute, Bengaluru, recently. The event witnessed an enthusiastic gathering of over 110 participants from the trade and ACAAI members, creating an excellent…
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