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Hellmann and SkyNet join forces to offer door-to-door cross-border e-commerce solution

With e-commerce booming globally, the demand for reliable and affordable logistics solutions is higher than ever. Hellmann Worldwide Logistics and SkyNet Worldwide Express have responded by forming a strategic partnership and developing a new cross-border e-commerce solution offering a comprehensive, end-to-end service that connects consumers and brands worldwide. The…

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Hactl Think Park achieves BEAM Plus Platinum rating

Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent cargo handler – has been awarded BEAM Plus BI V2.0 Platinum rating for the upgrade of its learning and development centre “Hactl Think Park” at its SuperTerminal 1 North Office Block. Hactl Think Park is a total…

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GMR Goa Air Cargo handles first ever expedition non-scheduled cargo charter movement for NCPOR

Manohar International Airport (MIA), developed and operated by GMR Goa International Airport Ltd (GGIAL), has announced the handling of its first ever expedition non-scheduled charter movement for the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), Vasco, Goa. This charter flight, an IL76, was carrying essential expedition material like…

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Demand growth seen globally in 2025

The global air cargo market is on course for +3-4% growth in demand in 2025 based on current trading conditions, but after unexpectedly high volumes over the summer, September’s data showed signs of growth slowing heading into the final quarter of the year, according to industry analysts Xeneta. At…

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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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