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UAE to host newly formed GCC Civil Aviation Authority
The UAE has been selected to host the newly formed GCC Civil Aviation Authority, strengthening its leadership in regional aviation. The authority will oversee unified aviation standards, safety regulations and sector development across Gulf countries. This move highlights the UAE’s growing influence and its commitment to advancing modern aviation…
Read MoreTezJet Airlines commences direct services between Delhi and Bishkek
TezJet Airlines has officially commenced direct services between Delhi (DEL) and Bishkek (FRU), marking a significant milestone in air connectivity between India and Kyrgyzstan. The new route is expected to strengthen tourism, trade and cultural links between the two countries. Aeroprime Group will be responsible for driving TezJet’s passenger…
Read MoreQatar Airways Group appoints Hamad Ali Al-Khater as Group Chief Executive Officer
Qatar Airways Group has announced the appointment of Mr Hamad Ali Al‑Khater as Group Chief Executive Officer. He succeeds Engr. Badr Mohammed Al‑Meer. Mr Al-Khater joins Qatar Airways Group from Hamad International Airport, where he has served as Chief Operating Officer. In that role, he was responsible for ensuring…
Read MoreNovember tonnages up +5% on last year
Worldwide air cargo tonnages in November continued their year-on-year (YoY) growth pattern with a +5% increase, slightly widening the YoY growth from the +4% recorded in October and September, indicating solid YoY growth in Q4 so far. According to the latest weekly figures and analysis from WorldACD Market Data,…
Read MoreMenzies Aviation first international ground handler to secure operator certificate in Argentina
Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, is the first international company to be granted a ground handling operator certificate by Argentina’s National Civil Aviation Administration (ANAC). This marks an important first step toward entering a large and dynamic market where many of Menzies’…
Read MoreGlobal air cargo volumes up in November but e-commerce growth seen slowing down
Christmas came early for global air cargo volumes in November with a further +5% year-on-year boost in demand adding to the seasonal cheer, but the industry’s e-commerce ‘growth engine’ of the past two years is slowing down, according to the latest market analysis from Xeneta. It elaborated: While the…
Read MoreFreightos launches flexible, speedier point-of-booking payment solution
Freightos has launched a partnership with Visa and Transcard to bring a new point-of-booking payment solution that enables instant credit approvals, flexible payment terms, and direct access to Visa’s virtual card technology and global banking network, all embedded directly to the world’s leading air cargo booking platform. The freight…
Read MoreDGCA reduces IndiGo flights
Following the major crisis of last week, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has reportedly cut IndiGo’s flights by 5%. At about 2,300 daily flights, it means a reduction of 115 flights. The flights to be cut are being worked out so as not to impact connectivity on…
Read MoreCargo industry players seen ready for implementation of ONE Record as the preferred data-sharing standard from next year
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released findings from a survey of cargo industry participants to assess industry awareness, readiness, and support needs for the implementation of ONE Record as the preferred data-sharing standard for air cargo from 1 January 2026. Top line findings show significant levels of awareness and…
Read MoreAndhra Pradesh plans mega airport in proposed new capital
Andhra Pradesh is planning a 5,000-acre international airport in its new capital, Amaravati, a move that could transform connectivity, trade and investment opportunities in the region. This ambitious project reflects Andhra Pradesh’s commitment to world class infrastructure and positions Amaravati as a future hub for aviation, commerce and global…
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