Aviation News Updates

‘We are strategically committed to India’

Ms Latha Narayan, Director Commercial APAC, Australasia and ISC, Etihad Cargo, elaborates on a range of issues in an exclusive interaction with Exim India ACE Etihad Cargo offers freighter services to 11 destinations with over 70 weekly rotations, including key locations like Amsterdam, Ezhou, Shanghai and Johannesburg. Additionally, we…

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WestJet Cargo launches three new routes

As part of its expanded summer schedule, Canadian air cargo carrier WestJet Cargo is launching three new destinations in a row: Chicago (ORD), Moncton (YQM) and Incheon (ICN). The Chicago route was opened for cargo sales on May 16, 2024 and connects Calgary to the US city three times…

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TIACA strengthens cooperation with ACI through MoU

The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) and Airports Council International (ACI) have announced the signing of a MoU aimed at strengthening cooperation for the benefit of each of the associations’ members and the industry. The primary objective of the MoU is to improve the overall level of safety, efficiency…

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SpiceJet to upgrade Delhi-Bangkok flight to wide-body Airbus A340

SpiceJet has announced the upgrade of its daily Delhi-Bangkok flight to a wide-body Airbus A340, replacing the narrow-body Boeing 737. The upgraded service commenced on May 31, 2024 and continues until June 20, 2024. In addition, SpiceJet also operates daily flights to Bangkok from Kolkata and has recently announced…

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MOVIN, a UPS and InterGlobe logistics brand, marks two years of empowering Indian businesses with seamless logistics solutions    

MOVIN, a logistics brand launched as a joint venture between UPS and InterGlobe Enterprises, marks its two-year anniversary of facilitating movement of goods for businesses in India. Over the past two years, the company has established itself as a trusted partner for 1,500+ customers, covering 3,500+ pin codes across…

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IndiGo to Host 81st IATA AGM in Delhi this week

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that IndiGo will host the 81st IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit in Delhi, India, on 8-10 June 2025. “We look forward to gathering the aviation industry in Delhi, India’s gateway city, for the 81st IATA AGM…

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Global rates stabilise above last year’s levels

Global air cargo rates have been gradually increasing since the beginning of March 2024, when they were still more than 10% below last year’s levels. At the start of this month, average prices exceeded 2023 levels for the first time this year, rising by +2%. Since then rates have…

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Emirates SkyCargo invests in developing the next generation of cargo leaders

Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, has implemented a bespoke training programme, designed to equip the cargo leaders of tomorrow with the commercial and leadership skillset for future success. As the logistics industry faces a lack of skilled workforce, Emirates SkyCargo aims to create…

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Ecom Express and Skye Air collaborate for Express delivery

Ecom Express Limited, a technology-driven end-to-end logistics solutions provider, and Skye Air, specialising in drone technology, have announced a strategic partnership aimed at disrupting last-mile delivery solutions. This collaboration represents a significant step forward in the logistics industry, combining Ecom Express’ network and automation expertise with Skye Air’s cutting-edge…

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DB Schenker acquires lithium batteries certification for its US operations

DB Schenker has announced the successful acquisition of the Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) Lithium Batteries Certification from International Air Transport Association (IATA) for its United States airfreight operations. This certification aligns with DB Schenker’s strategic vision to lead the logistics industry in safety, efficiency and reliability….

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