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Blue Dart marks Independence Day with direct reach to over 300 pin codes
Blue Dart, South Asia’s leading express air and integrated transportation and distribution company, has expanded its direct reach to over 300 pin codes to commemorate India’s 78th Independence Day, themed ‘Viksit Bharat’. This expansion represents a significant increase in the company’s direct coverage capabilities. By leveraging Blue Dart’s connectivity…
Read MoreBLR Airport first in Asia to receive ACI’s Level 5 accreditation
Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (KIAB/BLR Airport), operated by Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), has marked a significant milestone by becoming the first airport in Asia to receive Airports Council International’s (ACI) highest Level 5 accreditation, effective May 5, 2024. BLR Airport has made a remarkable 95.6% reduction in Scope…
Read MoreAI Express introduces six new daily flights
Air India Express has expanded its domestic network with the introduction of six new daily flights, enhancing connectivity from key cities including Chennai, Kolkata, and Guwahati. These new services began on August 12, 2024. The airline has launched three new flights from Chennai, serving the Chennai-Bhubaneswar, Chennai-Bagdogra and Chennai-Thiruvananthapuram…
Read MoreUS legislation seeks to stop the flow of illicit goods though e-commerce shipments
US Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) joined four other Senators last week to lead legislation that would help Customs and Border Protection (CBP) stop the flow of illicit goods, including fentanyl and counterfeits, into the country by tightening import requirements for packages that enter under the de minimis loophole. In…
Read MoreTonnages and rates up +12% in July; Bangladesh tonnages recover
Average worldwide air cargo rates and tonnages in July were up by +12%, year on year (YoY), driven by continuing strong demand from sectors such as e-commerce and persistent disruptions to supply chains in various parts of the world. According to the latest figures from WorldACD Market Data, average…
Read MoreTIACA to hold Air Cargo Forum 2025 in Abu Dhabi
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has announced the launch of an Air Cargo Forum (ACF) in the Middle East set to take place in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, November 4-6, 2025. TIACA has established itself as the global voice of the air cargo industry representing each sector…
Read MoreSingapore Airlines entrusts Çelebi India with ground handling for Ahmedabad operations
Çelebi India, a premier name in ground handling services, has announced its new collaboration with Singapore Airlines at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad. Çelebi will be responsible for providing comprehensive ground handling services for Singapore Airlines’ passenger flights, marking a significant milestone in Çelebi’s expansive journey in the…
Read MoreKey European hubs see e-commerce drive volumes
E-commerce volumes being transported through Helsinki Airport have grown rapidly over the past year following the commencement of parcel firm Nordic Parcel Express. The company started operations in August 2023 and has been importing/exporting e-commerce volumes that would have previously flown through European hubs such as Amsterdam, Paris and…
Read MoreIndiGo plans 7 new global destinations by the end of FY25
IndiGo is set to expand its international footprint with seven new destinations within the current financial year, said CEO Mr Pieter Elbers during an event in New Delhi celebrating the airline’s 18th anniversary of operations. Presently, IndiGo operates over 2,000 flights daily, connecting around 120 destinations, including 33 international…
Read MoreHactl takes more steps on lithium battery safety
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent handler – is taking new steps to mitigate the risks of handling lithium batteries in air cargo. The company has opened a dedicated Lithium Batteries Storage Zone, equipped with CO2 fire suppression systems and fire-proof partitions to…
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