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WFS bags SF Airlines’ ‘Outstanding Partnership Award’
China-based cargo airline, SF Airlines, has awarded its annual ‘Outstanding Partnership Award’ to Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) for the quality and reliability of its freighter ramp handling and warehouse services. The award also acknowledges…
Read MoreThai VietJet aims for cargo volumes on newly-launched Mumbai-Bangkok route
Thai VietJet is hoping to build up cargo volumes to support its recently launched passenger operation between Bangkok and Mumbai, as per reports. The airline is hoping the route, which was launched in December, will transport general cargo, spare parts and e-commerce shipments out of Thailand. Meanwhile, from Mumbai,…
Read MoreSpiceJet entrusts Çelebi India with ground handling operations at Chennai International Airport
In a move that reinforces its growing footprint in India’s aviation sector, Çelebi India has been chosen as the ground handling partner for SpiceJet at Chennai International Airport (MAA). This strategic collaboration, effective immediately, is set to enhance the passenger and operational experience for SpiceJet flights at one of…
Read MoreJaipur International Airport enhances runway
Jaipur International Airport has commissioned a 3,065-metre parallel taxiway with the addition of 765 metres to the existing 2,300 metre taxiway. The inauguration of the new infrastructure was graced by stakeholders including AAI, airport officials and airline staff, among others. This addition to the existing parallel taxiway will reduce…
Read MoreIndia handles only 5% of global air cargo, presenting a growth opportunity: Director, DPIIT
The International Conference on Air Mobility, held at the India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida, concluded on January 22, 2025, marking a significant milestone in India’s aviation and air mobility sector. The two-day event, part of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, focused on “Aerial Evolution: Shaping…
Read MoreGovt to soon ratify Cape Town Convention to enhance aircraft leasing and acquisition in India
The government would soon ratify the Cape Town Convention to enhance aircraft leasing and acquisition in India, said Mr Vumlunmang Vualnam, Secretary in the Ministry of Civil Aviation, at the Confederation of Indian Industry’s (CII) International Conference on Air Mobility recently. Themed “Aerial Evolution: Shaping Tomorrow’s Urban Air Mobility,”…
Read MoreGlobal air cargo tonnage starts looking up again
Worldwide air cargo tonnages continued to rebuild in the third week of 2025 following their seasonal drop in the final days of December and the start of this year, although spot rates continue to edge downwards. According to the latest figures and analysis by WorldACD Market Data, worldwide air…
Read MoreCanada’s WestJet Cargo joins Freightos’ WebCargo and 7LFreight platforms
Freightos Limited, a leading global freight booking and payment platform, has announced the addition of Canada’s WestJet Cargo to its WebCargo and 7LFreight platforms. This collaboration enables freight forwarders to access WestJet Cargo’s air freight network and see real-time rates, place eBookings, and pay online. WestJet Cargo expands WebCargo’s…
Read MoreBudget expectation: ‘We hope to see measures to expedite e-commerce clearances and simplify cross-border online transactions’ – Gregory Goba Ble, Head of UPS India and Director of MOVIN Express
“Investments in the logistics sector can support India’s trade goals, enhance economic efficiency and encourage MSMEs to scale-up. To further strengthen India’s position in global markets, achieve the objective of National Logistics Policy, and reach the export target of US$2 trillion by 2030, the thrust should be to simplify…
Read MoreBLR Airport handles 17 pc more cargo in CY 2024
BLR Airport has registered significant growth in cargo volumes, processing 496,227 metric tons (MT) of cargo in CY 2024—a 17% increase compared to CY 2023. International cargo saw a remarkable 23% growth, totalling 313,981 MT, driven by increased demand for perishables, spare parts, engineering goods, and e-commerce shipments. Domestic…
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