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Global air cargo market surges as e-commerce booms
The boom in cross-border e-commerce has unprecedentedly lifted the global air cargo market, with China leading the way, boosted by the Air Silk Road that connects economies participating in the Belt and Road Initiative. Ethiopian Airlines, the largest African carrier and the largest air carrier between China and Africa,…
Read MoreGHIAL signs MoU with Young India Skills University
GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Young India Skills University (YISU) to enhance aviation skill development for the youth of Telangana. The partnership will provide various aviation training programs and certifications, specially designed to strengthen workforce skills and meet the growing demands…
Read Morednata Logistics setting up major new warehouse at strategic location in Dubai
dnata Logistics, dnata’s leading global freight forwarder and logistics services provider, has broken ground on a new, 57,000m² warehouse in Dubai South, the largest single-urban master development focusing on aviation, logistics and real estate. Strategically located near Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), dnata Logistics’ expansion…
Read MoreDGCA to come out with regulations for wet-leasing of planes
Aviation watchdog Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) will soon come out with streamlined regulations for the wet-leasing of planes by Indian airlines that will also entail enhanced oversight of the aircraft, amid airlines looking to operate more planes to meet rising travel demand. With persistent supply chain woes,…
Read MoreContinuing strong annual growth in demand for air cargo
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand. “Air cargo markets continued their strong performance in October, with demand rising 9.8% year-on-year and capacity up 5.9%. Global air cargo yields (including surcharges) continue to rise,…
Read MoreCargolux joins key digital marketplaces
Cargolux, the global cargo carrier, has joined the cargo.one, CargoAi and WebCargo by Freightos marketplaces to enhance its digital quote and booking offering. The marketplaces will allow Cargolux to increase its “speed to market” capabilities offering customers swift, easy and direct access to booking capabilities. “As the demand for…
Read MoreBlue Dart launches Affiliate Program to drive innovation in logistics for technology partners
Blue Dart, South Asia’s leading express air and integrated transportation company, has announced the launch of its first-of-its-kind Blue Dart Affiliate Program (BDAP) for technology partners and ecosystem enablers. This innovative program is designed to foster collaboration with top technological enablers in the industry, offering seamless integration of Blue…
Read MoreAnimal Transportation Association annual conference to be held in Doha in February
The Animal Transportation Association (ATA) has announced that its annual conference will be held in Doha, Qatar, from 16-19 February, 2025. This prestigious event will bring together industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders from around the globe to discuss the latest advancements and best practices in the field of animal…
Read MoreAkasa Air partners with Etihad Airways for codesharing
Akasa Air, the Indian low-cost carrier, has entered into a codeshare partnership with Etihad Airways, the flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates. This marks a significant step in expanding the reach of Akasa’s services. Industry sources said the codeshare partnership between Akasa Air and Etihad Airways will come into…
Read MoreAir India orders 100 more Airbus aircraft
Air India, India’s leading global airline, has placed an order to purchase 100 more Airbus aircraft, comprising 10 widebody A350 and 90 narrowbody A320 Family aircraft, including A321neo. These 100 new aircraft are in addition to the firm orders of 470 aircraft that Air India had placed with Airbus…
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