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Saudia Cargo unveils BEYOND campaign to increase exports

Saudia Cargo has launched its ‘BEYOND’ campaign to increase Saudi exports and strengthen its position in international markets. Run in partnership with the Saudi Export Development Authority and the ‘Saudi Made’ programme, the campaign supports the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 by boosting the Kingdom’s role in global trade…

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Pune airport launches international cargo services

Pune Airport has launched international cargo imports officially in June with the arrival of three consignments. These included electronic components for automobiles and fertiliser-related chemicals, shipped from London’s Heathrow Airport via Delhi through transhipment. All three shipments were transported by Air India. The third consignment—personal artefacts—was flown in directly…

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Air cargo markets soften slightly as the August 1 US tariff deadline looms

Air cargo tonnages softened in the third week of July from most of the world’s main regions, with few signs of any last-minute surge in tonnages ahead of the latest US tariff deadline, currently set for August 1, 2025. According to the latest weekly figures and analysis from WorldACD…

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Kuehne+Nagel registers significant air logistics growth in H1

The Kuehne+Nagel Group achieved solid operational performance in the first half of 2025, despite a wide range of external challenges. Net turnover increased by 8% year-over-year to CHF 12.5 billion, or by 12% when adjusted for foreign exchange effects. EBIT totalled CHF 744 million, and earnings was CHF 555…

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India seen as sustainable aviation fuel hub by 2050: IATA

India is well-positioned to emerge as an international Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) manufacturing hub, provided it capitalises on the opportunity with concerted efforts, primarily through a policy push and incentives for the segment’s value chain, according to Ms Preeti Jain, Head, Net Zero Transition Programs at global airline industry…

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India relaxes re-screening rule for transit cargo

India has permitted the transfer of cargo without the need for re-screening at transfer airports. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, has revised its security guidelines to ease cargo movement at transfer airports. The revised guidelines will streamline cargo movement, reduce ground delays and…

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India’s pharma exports seen soaring to $65 bn by 2030

India’s pharmaceutical exports could double to $65 billion by 2030, driven by a combination of strategies, including a focus on advanced therapeutic areas and complex generics, according to Rubix Data Sciences. From strategic acquisitions by Indian contract development and manufacturing organisations (CDMOs) in the US and Europe to the increasing share…

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Emirates SkyCargo becomes first regional airline to partner with PayCargo for digital payment solutions

PayCargo, a trusted logistics payment platform, has officially launched in the United Arab Emirates, with Emirates SkyCargo as the first carrier in the region to adopt PayCargo’s solution. This new collaboration simplifies the cargo payment process, providing customers with a seamless, efficient and digital payment solution. PayCargo offers an…

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E-commerce exports to get boost from FTA with UK

The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) signed with the UK will facilitate e-commerce exports from India, as it exempts imports valued below 1,000 pounds from the proof of origin. Consignments valued under 1,000 pounds come under e-commerce and are sent through courier or post and not as bulk cargo on…

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Boeing projects substantial demand for aviation personnel to cater to the anticipated growth

Fuelled by emerging markets and changes in fleet mix, Boeing projects continued demand for aviation personnel as the global commercial fleet changes to meet the demands of the flying public. Boeing’s 2025 Pilot and Technician Outlook (PTO) anticipates the industry will require nearly 2.4 million new aviation professionals through…

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