Aviation News Updates

ACAAI Southern Region hosts 3rd Annual “Airlines Night” to strengthen industry ties

The Air Cargo Agents Association of India (ACAAI) – Southern Region Council successfully hosted its 3rd annual “Airlines Night” on Friday, November 21, 2005 in Chennai. The event was a significant success, affirming the strong solidarity and camaraderie within the Chennai air cargo community. It saw active participation of…

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TIACA exceeds 500 members milestone

The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has announced that it has surpassed 500 members worldwide, marking a major milestone in the association’s growth and continued mission to represent and unite all sectors of the global air cargo industry. This achievement reflects TIACA’s expanding influence and commitment to fostering collaboration,…

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International air cargo ops resume at Vizag airport

International air cargo operations resumed at Visakhapatnam airport last week, marking the end of the suspension that had been in place since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, announced Civil Aviation Minister Mr K. Ram Mohan Naidu during the 30th CII Partnership Summit in the city. The resumption of…

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IndiGo commences direct flights between Delhi and Manchester, Kolkata and Siem Reap (Cambodia); to establish codeshare partnership with China Southern Airlines

IndiGo has commenced direct flights between Delhi and Manchester on 15 November following the successful launch of its first-ever long-haul service connecting Mumbai and Manchester earlier this year. The 5x weekly flights on this route are operated using IndiGo’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft taken on damp lease from Norse…

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India’s air freight sector soaring

India’s air freight sector is riding a surge in premium shipments overseas, led by pharmaceuticals and smartphones, as exporters prioritise reliability and speed over costs in a world where unpredictable tariffs have spawned multiple trade barriers. Airports Authority of India (AAI) data show international freight traffic rose 4.1%, domestic…

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Grounded UPS, FedEx planes seen affecting deliveries during holiday season

While grounded UPS and FedEx planes make up only a small number of the delivery companies’ fleets, some experts have warned that their grounding could still affect deliveries during the holiday season, given that each plane carries a significant number of deliveries. One MD-11 plane used by UPS can carry about 20,000…

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Foundation stone laid for Drone City and Space City in Andhra Pradesh

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal laid foundation stone for Drone City and Space City in Andhra Pradesh through virtual mode on the sidelines of 30th CII Partnership Summit at Visakhapatnam, along with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Shri. Nara Chandrababu Naidu. Speaking on the occasion, the Union…

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Envirotainer launches next-generation Live Monitoring solution

Envirotainer, the global leader in secure cold chain solutions for temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, has launched Live Monitoring, a next-generation connectivity upgrade to its industry-leading E-Tech RAP e2 container. The new capability gives customers real-time visibility into every shipment, including temperature, location and door status. With live data transmitted throughout transit,…

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Emirates SkyCargo transports Arab Satellite 813

Working in close coordination with the National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC) at UAE University, Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, transported Arab Satellite 813 from Dubai to its launch site. The collaboration marks a milestone in the UAE’s space journey and highlights…

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ECS Group appoints Girish Kunder as Regional Manager for the Indian Subcontinent

ECS Group has strengthened its leadership in Asia with the appointment of Girish Kunder as Regional Manager for the Indian Subcontinent, a move aimed at accelerating growth in one of the world’s most dynamic air cargo markets. The group sees the region as a major engine of expansion, driven…

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