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Lufthansa Cargo enhances customer communication with real-time notifications
Lufthansa Cargo has introduced a new proactive customer notification feature that provides near real-time updates whenever changes occur to the transport plan, both before and after goods acceptance. Customers receive timely and clear email notifications detailing updated booking information, routing changes and specific reasons for the replanning, for example…
Read MoreKenya upgrades airport infra to become regional cargo hub
The Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is undergoing significant infrastructure upgrades to transform it into a major regional cargo hub. The airport is expanding its cargo facilities, including an enhanced cargo apron, improved road access and upgraded support systems. This overhaul aims to increase JKIA’s capacity and competitiveness in…
Read MoreGovernment of Karnataka, BACL and ANSR launch a Global Innovation Hub in Bengaluru Airport City
The Government of Karnataka, Bengaluru Airport City Ltd (BACL) and ANSR have jointly announced the launch of a Global Innovation Hub, District I — a pioneering initiative within BACL’s Business Park, that aims to unify and elevate India’s innovation ecosystem to a global scale. District I will serve as…
Read MoreGHIAL announces its first direct flight to Africa
GMR AERO-led consortium GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd (GHIAL) has opened a new chapter by announcing the launch of new direct flight services from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Hyderabad to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The inaugural flight successfully departed for Addis Ababa last week…
Read MoreEASA and IATA publish comprehensive plan to mitigate the risks of GNSS interference
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have published a comprehensive plan to mitigate the risks stemming from global navigation satellite system (GNSS) interference. The plan was part of the conclusions of a jointly-hosted workshop on the topic of GNSS interference. Given…
Read MoreDGCA reviews operations of Air India and Air India Express
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) recently held a high-level meeting with senior officials of Air India Ltd and Air India Express, who are currently operating over 1,000 flights daily across domestic and international sectors. The meeting was convened to review the operational robustness of the airlines and…
Read MoreCathay Cargo sees notable volume rise in May
Cathay Cargo carried 12.2% more cargo in May 2025 than in May 2024. Available Freight Tonne Kilometres (AFTKs) increased by 8% while load factor increased by 0.1 percentage points year on year. In the first five months of 2025, the total tonnage increased by 12.3% compared with the same…
Read MoreBridges Air Cargo to operate first Embraer E-Freighter
Bridges Air Cargo has been announced as the first operator of Embraer’s E190F converted aircraft. The aircraft, which is being marketed as the E-Freighter, is owned by US lessor Regional One and is due to start operations for Bridges Air Cargo in the third quarter of the year. Bridges Air…
Read MoreAllstates WorldCargo acquires Red Arrow Logistics
Allstates WorldCargo, a leader in global logistics and freight forwarding, has announced the acquisition of Red Arrow Logistics, a Seattle-based freight forwarder. This strategic acquisition strengthens Allstates WorldCargo’s footprint in the Pacific Northwest and enhances its ability to provide customers with reliability, speed, and a high level of service….
Read MoreAir India reroutes flight paths to avoid the Gulf region
Air India is adjusting its flight paths to parts of the Middle East, Europe and North America to avoid volatile airspace in the Gulf region, it notified. The Tata-owned air carrier confirmed that it already avoids flying over Iran, Iraq and Israel, and will now progressively steer clear of…
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