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ANA Holdings’ proposed takeover of Nippon Cargo Airlines approved by Japanese authorities
ANA Holdings has received approval for its planned takeover of Nippon Cargo Airlines (NCA) from Japan’s Fair Trade Commission (JFTC). JFTC had initially rejected the proposed takeover because of concerns that the deal would restrict competition on services from Japan to the Chicago area and the Los Angeles area….
Read MoreAir cargo attains new volume high in 2024 in a year of profitable growth
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for full year 2024 and December 2024 global air cargo market performance showing: * Full-year demand for 2024, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), increased 11.3% (12.2% for international operations) compared to 2023. Full-year 2024 demand exceeded the record volumes set in…
Read MoreAI Express starts daily direct flights between Mangaluru and Delhi
Air India Express has launched a daily direct flight service between Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) and Delhi International Airport. The inaugural flight, IX 1552, departed from Mangaluru at 6.40 am and landed in Delhi at 9.35 am on February 1. Simultaneously, IX 2768 took off from Delhi at 6.40…
Read MoreWorld Legal Symposium this year to examine the legal implications of evolving forces shaping aviation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2025 edition of the World Legal Symposium (WLS) will examine the legal implications of evolving forces shaping aviation, many of which were not envisioned in the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Convention) signed in 1944. These include the use…
Read MoreWFS 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,”…
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