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World Cargo Symposium next month to have key focus areas
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2025 World Cargo Symposium (WCS) will focus on digitalisation, sustainability and safety/security as the key issues in helping the global air cargo industryas it adapts to unfolding geopolitical shifts. “Air cargo demonstrated its resilience in adapting to the post-pandemic world. In 2024,…
Read MoreSATS, Vietnam Airlines sign MoU to develop air cargo terminal and explore strategic initiatives at new Long Thanh International Airport
SATS Ltd (SATS), one of the world’s largest providers of air cargo handling services, and Vietnam Airlines JSC (VNA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) last week to build and operate an air cargo terminal at the new Long Thanh International Airport (LTIA) in Vietnam. The two companies will…
Read MoreNewcastle International Airport to develop new cargo hub
Newcastle International Airport, in the northeast of England, UK has revealed plans to develop a new cargo hub. The new Airlink facility will be built on a 750,000 sq. ft. site and, according to the airport, will have direct apron access “allowing cargo to be loaded and unloaded swiftly and…
Read MoreIndiGo strengthens connectivity between India and Sri Lanka, becomes first airline to offer flights between Tiruchirappalli and Jaffna
IndiGo has announced daily direct flights between Tiruchirappalli and Jaffna, starting March 30, 2025. This new exclusive route has been introduced to cater to the growing demand from South India to this historical gem in the northern province of Sri Lanka. The daily direct flights will foster economic growth…
Read MoreGMR Hyderabad International Airport sees impressive cargo volume growth in 2024; boosting infrastructure
In CY 2024, GMR Hyderabad International Airport achieved significant growth, handling a total cargo volume of 1,80,914 metric tons. This included 1,08,520 metric tons of international cargo and 72,395 metric tons of domestic cargo. In CY 2024, HYD Cargo sustained its growth momentum, operating to over 20 international destinations…
Read MoreAir cargo markets flat but slightly above last year’s levels
Worldwide air cargo markets show a flat trend looking at the latest demand and pricing levels, slightly above those this time last year, according to the most recent weekly figures from WorldACD Market Data, amid a fast-evolving geopolitical and trade environment. Based on the more than 500,000 weekly transactions…
Read MoreExporters airlifting cargo to US to avoid reciprocal tariffs
A number of exporters in sectors such as electronics, apparel and footwear are airlifting consignments to the US to deliver products ahead of April 2, 2025 when reciprocal tariffs are due to come into force, it has been reported. Simultaneously, trade via shipping lines is said to have reduced. Generally, air freight is seven to…
Read MoreÇelebi India ranks 3rd worldwide in ground handling performance for Turkish Cargo
Çelebi India has announced that it has been ranked 3rd globally for ground handling services by Turkish Cargo, receiving the prestigious “3rd Best Ramp GHA 2024” award at the Turkish Cargo Global Operations Summit held in Istanbul. This recognition highlights Çelebi’s exceptional performance and unwavering commitment to operational excellence…
Read MoreCargojet operates first charter flight to Mumbai
Canadian freighter operator Cargojet has carried out its first charter flight to Mumbai, following a record year for revenue in 2024, as per reports. “We marked our inaugural air cargo charter flight to Mumbai (BOM) Airport, strengthening our global network and expanding our reach into South Asia. “This mission…
Read MoreBlue Dart and DMRC introduce cargo services via metro network in Delhi-NCR
Blue Dart has partnered with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (DMRC) to introduce urban freight (cargo) services via the metro network in Delhi-NCR. This first-of-its-kind initiative in the South Asia Pacific region is a major step toward sustainable logistics, reducing road congestion and emissions while enhancing delivery efficiency. Key…
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