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CONCOR facilitates air cargo movement from its MMLP Dadri to Ethiopia

The first air cargo consignment was successfully cleared and despatched from CONCOR-CFS, MMLP Dadri to Ethiopia via IGI Airport recently. The commodity was pasteurised liquid egg (perishable) in CONCOR-owned reefer IceBattery CBT. The exporter was Nature Egg LLP and the CHA Ishwar Logistics. GMR ensured same-day arrival and Customs…

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Air cargo demand sees sixth consecutive month of year-on-year growth

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for August 2025 global air cargo markets showing: * Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), rose by 4.1% compared to August 2024 levels (+5.1% for international operations). * Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometres (ACTK), increased by 3.7% compared to…

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US tariffs on pharma unlikely to disrupt India’s industry

In the backdrop of the latest US tariffs on branded and patented medicines, pharmaceutical manufacturers in Himachal Pradesh have asserted that it will not significantly impact their businesses as the industry largely produces generic medicines. The Vice-Chairman of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII Himachal) and Executive Director of Morepen…

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Scan Global Logistics strengthens global presence with strategic expansion into India

Scan Global Logistics (SGL), a leading provider of global logistics services, including airfreight, has announced its expansion into India. This strategic move marks a significant milestone, reflecting SGL’s long-standing priority of establishing a direct presence in the country and reinforcing its position as a global freight forwarder. The ambitions…

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Samvaya 3.0 reaffirms vision of building a sustainable, future-ready logistics hub

Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), in association with GMR Airports Ltd (GAL) and Delhi Cargo Service Center (DCSC), successfully hosted Samvaya 3.0, its flagship annual stakeholder engagement event. This year’s edition brought together leaders, partners and associations from across the cargo ecosystem to reaffirm their collective vision of building…

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Samir Shah elected President of ACAAI for 2025-27

Shipping and logistics industry veteran Mr Samir Shah was elected as the President of the Air Cargo Agents Association of India (ACAAI) for the term 2025-27 at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Mumbai last week. He succeeds Mr C. K. Govil. Mr Vikram Kumar was elected as…

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Rates edge upwards, but deficit widens with last year; India to US volumes rebound

Worldwide average air cargo rates edged up slightly in week 38 as demand held steady and overall capacity remained stable, despite disruptions at several European airports. But the gap between current average air cargo prices and their equivalent level last year has widened to -5%, with a deficit of…

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Rajiv Gandhi International Airport recognised as “National Energy Leader” & “Excellent Energy Efficient Unit” 2025

GMR Aero led consortium-GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd. (GHIAL) has announced that Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) has been honoured with the esteemed titles of “National Energy Leader” and “Excellent Energy Efficient Unit” at the 26th National Award Ceremony for ‘Excellence in Energy Management,’ an event organised by the…

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Revamped QR Cargo Mobile App unveiled

Qatar Airways Cargo has unveiled its newly revamped QR Cargo Mobile App, offering customers a powerful digital platform to manage their shipments with ease and flexibility. The enhanced app enables users to book cargo, track shipments in real time, access flight schedules, manage e-AWBs, request quotes, receive notifications, and…

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International air cargo markets continue to expand for Asia Pacific airlines

Preliminary August 2025 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed that international air cargo markets continued to expand in August, spurred by stockpiling activity as businesses sought to mitigate tariff-related price pressures. Alongside the sustained demand for e-commerce shipments, international air cargo demand, as…

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