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AIS event heralds accelerated growth
Over 150 UK airfreight executives attended “The Future of Airfreight Collection and Delivery at Heathrow”, co-hosted by CCS-UK User Group and BT, with the support of BIFA and Heathrow Airport Limited. Opened by keynote speaker Steve Parker, Chairman of BIFA, the event was designed to improve awareness of Advance…
Read MoreAir India, Singapore Airlines enhance codeshare partnership
Air India and Singapore Airlines (SIA) are enhancing their codeshare partnership adding 11 Indian and 40 international destinations in a first extensive expansion of arrangement since 2010. The expansion comes in the backdrop of the impending merger between Vistara and Air India. It will give Air India better access…
Read MoreAir India mulls separate cargo airline with dedicated freighters
The Air India Group (AI) is streamlining its cargo operations across its four airlines, potentially leading to the creation of a separate entity with dedicated freighters, as per reports. This strategic move aims to capitalise on India’s expanding air cargo market, driven by economic growth and increased trade activity. The…
Read MoreAir India launches new flights to Dallas, LA
Air India (AI) is finally launching new flights to two US destinations: Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) and Los Angeles (LAX) this winter. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has published the winter schedule and it shows these cities, reported Ishrion Aviation. The proposed Delhi (DEL)-Dallas (DFW) service, designated as AI109/110, schedules…
Read MoreAir cargo flows strained due to festival-linked passenger traffic
Air freight forwarders and shippers are reporting a severe strain on airline belly hold capacity due to festival-linked passenger traffic. Various Indian festivals run between September and November, with Diwali – the festival of lights — the biggest celebration, starting on October 31. Industry sources complain that the cargo…
Read MoreTrichy exporters urge AAI to improve facilities at the airport
The Export Import Federation Trichy (EIFT) has urged the Airports Authority of India (AAI) to enhance export facilities as the district administration completes land acquisition for the expansion of Trichy International Airport. The international airport currently exports around 20 metric tons (MT) of commodities daily, and exporters believe that with upgraded infrastructure they could double this volume within…
Read MoreTIACA works with KSIA to enhance the profile of cargo & logistics within the region and globally
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the King Salman International Airport (KSIA) to collaborate towards enhancing the profile of cargo and logistics within the region and globally by leveraging their respective strengths towards promotion, training and capacity building, innovation, and sustainability leadership. The…
Read MoreTextile manufacturer inks new contract with DB Schenker to enhance airfreight logistics operations
Facing significant challenges with transatlantic deliveries and the need to uphold its reputation for delivery reliability, Camira Fabrics, a leading UK textile manufacturer, has signed a contract with DB Schenker to enhance its airfreight logistics operations. The contract, which commenced this summer, has allowed Camira to streamline its supply…
Read MoreShanghai Pudong International Airport Cargo Terminal celebrates 25 years
Shanghai Pudong International Airport Cargo Terminal Co., Ltd. (PACTL) marked its 25th anniversary by unveiling a forward-looking five-year strategy, aimed at strengthening its global competitiveness in the air cargo sector and advancing Shanghai’s development as an international shipping hub. Journey of Growth and Innovation Founded in 1999, PACTL quickly…
Read MoreQatar Airways Cargo and Qatar Post sign strategic cooperation agreement
Qatar Airways Cargo and Qatar Postal Services Company (Qatar Post) have signed a cooperation agreement, demonstrating a shared commitment towards enhancing their strategic partnership in postal activities and mail transportation to and from Doha. The agreement aims to efficiently meet customer needs in accordance with international postal union standards,…
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