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WFS wins SAS cargo handling contract at Stockholm

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, has won a long-term contract to become SAS Cargo’s handling partner at Stockholm Arlanda Airport, one of the airline’s main Scandinavian hubs. The contract, which starts on 24 February 2025, follows a thorough selection process by SAS Cargo, and…

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Turkish Cargo digitalises booking processes with Yeditepe Logistics through API integration

Turkish Cargo is taking another step in its digital transformation journey. With the successful API integration into Yeditepe Logistics’ booking system, it offers customers the opportunity to make fast and easy online reservations directly through their platform. This strategic integration, which elevates customer satisfaction to the highest level, reinforces…

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Rates spike from Europe to Americas lifts global prices

A sharp rise in air cargo spot rates from Europe origins, particularly to the Americas, has helped to further drive up average worldwide spot prices in the second full week of November, with rates to Brazil rising especially rapidly in the last two weeks, linked to congestion problems at…

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Qatar Airways Cargo and MASkargo launch new strategic partnership

Qatar Airways Cargo has announced the launch of a new strategic partnership with MASkargo, the cargo airline and subsidiary of Malaysia Aviation Group. This partnership marks a significant milestone in enhancing global cargo connectivity and operational efficiency, as per a release. The collaboration, which officially began on October 1,…

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Latest Air Cargo Advance Screening (ACAS) requirements and guidance in the US

The new TSA emergency air cargo security measures and updates to the ACAS programme are aimed at strengthening the security of cargo entering or transiting through the United States. Supply chain players, including freight forwarders, must comply with these more stringent pre-loading advance cargo information (PLACI) requirements. The key…

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Inditex expands air freight use to beat delays

Inditex, the company that owns Zara, has significantly expanded its use of air freight to transport clothing from Indian factories to its logistics centre in Spain, according to trade data, industry experts and investors. Following the disruption in international maritime lanes due to insecurity in the Red Sea, apparel…

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IndiGo announces new connections

IndiGo has commenced direct flights to its 35th international destination, Mauritius. IndiGo is breaking new ground as the first airline to operate on the Bengaluru-Mauritius route with four weekly flights. With this new route, Port Louis, Mauritius becomes IndiGo’s second destination in Africa. The addition of this new destination…

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IATA Wings of Change Europe Conference calls for EU to prioritise competitiveness and sustainability

The International Air Transport Association’s Wings of Change Europe (WOCE) event concluded in Rome with a call for industry and governments to work together with practical actions to make Europe more competitive and sustainable. Highlights included: In his keynote, Filip Cornelis, Director for Aviation, DG MOVE, European Commission, explained…

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Global aviation leaders chart path for artificial intelligence integration at Antalya conference

Over 200 global aviation leaders convened at the inaugural “AI in the Sky” conference in Antalya to address the transformative role of artificial intelligence in aviation’s future. The three-day event, hosted by the Turkish Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) with ICAO’s support, showcased how artificial intelligence is revolutionising…

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Freightos registers excellent financial results

Freightos Limited, a leading vendor-neutral digital booking and payment platform for the international freight industry, has reported financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. The consistent growth trend continued, with record transactions, record revenue, and the highest revenue growth rate and highest adjusted EBITDA since going public,…

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