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Air India looking for Cargo GSA in Indonesia

Air India Cargo has invited eligible and experienced organisations to submit proposals for the appointment of a Cargo General Sales Agent (GSA) in Indonesia. Eligible organisations are invited to submit their techno-commercial bids by October 5, 2026, 17:00 hrs (IST). Interested parties can submit their company profile at cargo.rfp@airindia.com…

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Emirates SkyCargo enhancing focus on India

Emirates SkyCargo is stepping up its commitment to support the export ambitions of one of the world’s fastest growing economies. Air cargo is a critical enabler of India’s international trade, facilitating the movement of high-value, time-sensitive goods to global markets, with an estimated 2.2 million tonnes of international cargo…

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Global traffic up 7 pc YoY, but down 1 pc WoW

Global air cargo volumes slipped -1% week on week (WoW) in week 36, as hostilities in the Middle East flared up again and exports from Southeast Asia were affected by national holidays in the region. Pricing barely changed, held high by a small decrease in capacity, with rising oil…

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Kochat Narendran steps down as President of Afcom Holdings

Mr Kochat Narendran has stepped down as President of Afcom Holdings Ltd, an international dedicated cargo airline based in Chennai, after 6 and a half years at the helm. Associated with the airline since its inception to successful launch and more, he played a pivotal role in driving the…

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Global air cargo tonnages, rates up in Aug.

Worldwide air cargo tonnages increased in August +5% compared to the same month last year, while volumes from Hong Kong to Europe have fallen -30% and dropped -24% below their level in June, just prior to the introduction of new European Union (EU) import duty rules from 1 July,…

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ACAAI Western Region meet sees appointment of Arunkumar Menon as Chairman; focus on FTA opportunities for logistics industry

The Air Cargo Agents Association of India (ACAAI) – Western Region held its meeting on August 31, 2026 at Hotel Kohinoor Continental, Mumbai, bringing together members of the air cargo and logistics fraternity for discussions on key industry matters, including airline, Customs, custodian and PTFC/CCFC issues. The meeting also…

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Antonov’s first call at Navi Mumbai International Airport

The Antonov An-124 ‘Ruslan’, the world’s heaviest operating cargo aircraft, made its first appearance at Navi Mumbai International Airport recently, where it was welcomed with a ceremonial water cannon salute as NMIA and AGHPort marked a memorable moment in the airport’s cargo journey. A striking arrival, and an important…

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AISATS commences ground handling operations for Beijing Capital Airlines freighter at Bangalore

Air India SATS Airport Services Private Limited (AISATS) has commenced ground handling operations for Beijing Capital Airlines freighter at Bangalore (BLR). Leveraging its expertise in ground handling and operational excellence, AISATS is committed to delivering safe, efficient and reliable services to support the airline’s operations in India. This milestone…

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ACAAI holds AGM in Mumbai; leadership team continues, with Rajen Bhatia elected as Honorary Secretary General

The Air Cargo Agents Association of India (ACAAI) held its 56th Annual General Meeting last week at Aurika Hotel, Mumbai, followed by a gathering of its Managing Committee. The AGM reviewed the Association’s activities and initiatives during the year, along with key developments and issues impacting India’s air cargo…

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Volumes from mainland China and Hong Kong to Europe gain, but well below last year; tonnage from India up

Air cargo tonnages from China and Hong Kong to Europe appear to have begun to stabilise after weeks of sharp declines since new European Union (EU) import duty rules from 1 July added costs and complexities that have particularly affected low-value e-commerce shipments. According to the latest weekly figures…

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