CHAMP Cargosystems implements Weight

CHAMP Cargosystems implements Weight



CHAMP Cargosystems has completed implementation of its Weight & Balance application, used to manage load planning more effectively, for US based cargo carrier Kalitta Air.

High value goods, Temp sensitive products trade to benefit from Emirates daily service to Newark via Athens

High value goods, Temp sensitive products trade to benefit from Emirates daily service to Newark via Athens



Emirates will launch a new daily service from Dubai to Newark Liberty International Airport, via the Greek capital city of Athens, starting on March 12, 2017. The new route complements Emirates’ existing four daily flights between Dubai and New York’s JFK airport, by offering global travellers with another convenient access point to the popular New York Metropolitan area.

AA Cargo’s Jim Butler to succeed Torno as SVP – International and Cargo

AA Cargo’s Jim Butler to succeed Torno as SVP – International and Cargo



Art Torno, senior vice president – International and Cargo of American Airlines, has decided to retire in April after 38 years with the airline.With Torno’s retirement, Jim Butler will assume his role and

CEVA to provide supply chain services for Burts Potato Chips

CEVA to provide supply chain services for Burts Potato Chips



CEVA Logistics has been awarded a five year contract to manage the warehousing and distribution of Burts Potato Chips across the UK and Ireland. From January 2017, CEVA is responsible for all transport operations and factory warehousing for Burts as the crisps and lentil waves come off the production line.

Etihad Airways expands Boeing 787 network

Etihad Airways expands Boeing 787 network



Etihad Airways has expanded its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners to key Levant and Far East markets in 2017.With a phased delivery of nine Boeing 787-9s this year, they will gradually be introduced on a number of routes

Singapore Changi Airport records strong cargo activity in 2016

Singapore Changi Airport records strong cargo activity in 2016



Singapore Changi Airport has recorded a strong performance in 2016, with air freight throughput increasing by 6.3 percent to reach a new high of 1.97 million tonnes. For the month of December, Changi Airport registered 177,360 air freight movements that represents an increase of 8.4 percent.

Cargo operations resume at Bhubaneswar’s Biju Patnaik International Airport

Cargo operations resume at Bhubaneswar’s Biju Patnaik International Airport



In an effort to boost exports in the state of Bhubaneswar, international cargo operations services at the Biju Patnaik International Airport have resumed, according to recent news reports.

Calgary Airport sets new cargo record in 2016

Calgary Airport sets new cargo record in 2016



YYC Calgary International Airport (YYC) sees cargo volumes grow to a record 137,255 tonnes in 2016, an increase of 1.7 percent over the previous year.The airport welcomed 15.7 million passengers in 2016, an increase

Qantas invests more than $30 million to build new aircraft maintenance facility at Los Angeles Airport

Qantas invests more than $30 million to build new aircraft maintenance facility at Los Angeles Airport



Qantas has invested more than $30 million in its new engineering facility at Los Angeles International Airport. It is one of the largest commercial hangars in North America and the first specifically designed to accom

FL Technics Indonesia launches Base Maintenance services

FL Technics Indonesia launches Base Maintenance services



FL Technics Indonesia, MRO services provider, has launched Base Maintenance (BM) services in its facilities at Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. The first Boeing 737 has already reached the MRO centre for a C-Check.

AEI announces two CRJ200 SF freighter conversions for Mexico’s TSM

AEI announces two CRJ200 SF freighter conversions for Mexico’s TSM



Aeronautical Engineers (AEI) has signed a contract to provide two CRJ200 SF freighter conversions to Mexico Aeronaves TSM (TSM). The modification for the first CRJ200 will commence in the second quarter of 2017 with redelivery in mid-2017.

Cargo volume up for Rickenbacker Airport in 2016

Cargo volume up for Rickenbacker Airport in 2016



Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), Columbus airport, has seen handled more than 202 million pounds of cargo 2016 which represents a 1.8 percent increase over 2015.In 2016,

Boeing, ABC Airlines agree to 747 Freighters Landing Gear Programme

Boeing, ABC Airlines agree to 747 Freighters Landing Gear Programme



Russia based AirBridgeCargo Airlines will receive fully overhauled and certified landing gear to support nine of its 747 Freighters through the Boeing Landing Gear Overhaul and Exchange Programme, with an ultimate commitment covering 18 additional 747s in the airline’s fleet.

IATA’s Cargo-XML messaging standard integrated into ASYCUDA World

IATA’s Cargo-XML messaging standard integrated into ASYCUDA World



IATA’s Cargo-XML messaging standard has now been fully integrated into ASYCUDA World, the UNCTAD automated customs management system used by 90 countries worldwide for their customs procedures.The integration o

Bolloré Logistics renews partnership with CSL for storage and export of petroleum products

Bolloré Logistics renews partnership with CSL for storage and export of petroleum products



Bolloré Logistics has just extended its partnership with the Compagnie Sénégalaise des Lubrifiants (CSL), a Total Group subsidiary, further to the tender launched to organise the logistics of its packaged products originated from its blending plant, located in Dakar.

Air Charter Service promotes Tracy D’Cruz to new role of European regional director

Air Charter Service promotes Tracy D’Cruz to new role of European regional director



Air Charter Service has promoted Tracy D’Cruz to regional director for the company’s European offices.Tracy will start her new role in February.Justin Bowman, CEO, Justin Bowman, CEO, ACS Group, said, “Since Tracy joined ACS almost 10 years ago she has worked in both the marketing and sales teams in the UAE and UK offices, before starting up our Indian operation in 2012. This gives Tracy an extremely broad range of experience across the business as well as an understanding of many cultures.”

Crane Worldwide opens new facility in Amsterdam

Crane Worldwide opens new facility in Amsterdam



Crane Worldwide in the Netherlands has invested in a brand new head office facility at the heart of Amsterdam airport. “Having a state of the art facility at this strategic location is key to assisting our clients across the globe,” comments Allan Fulks, Country director for the Benelux region.

Hactl to handle cargo for VietJet at Hong Kong

Hactl to handle cargo for VietJet at Hong Kong



VietJet has appointed Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent cargo handler to provide cargo terminal operations for its newly-launched flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Hong Kong.

Bolloré Logistics Congo completes oil and gas logistics operation

Bolloré Logistics Congo completes oil and gas logistics operation



Bolloré Logistics has been selected by Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), the world's largest shipbuilding company and supplier of offshore facilities, to manage the transport of a Floating Production Unit (FPU) as part of the Moho Nord exploration project on behalf of Total E&P.

Cargo volume declines for Abu Dhabi Airport in 2016

Cargo volume declines for Abu Dhabi Airport in 2016



Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) has witnessed decline in air cargo volume last year and in December 2016, according to the statistics released.

James Hogan to step down as Etihad’s President and CEO in the second half of 2017

James Hogan to step down as Etihad’s President and CEO in the second half of 2017



James Hogan will step down as president and chief executive officer of Etihad Aviation Group in the second half of 2017.

Test Valley Packaging launches Cargo Absorbent to solve condensation problems in air freight

Test Valley Packaging launches Cargo Absorbent to solve condensation problems in air freight



Test Valley Packaging has developed Cargo Absorbent in response to increasing demand to solve condensation problems from the air freight industry. This product has a barrier coated HDPE Film base which prevents liquid penetrating through to the floor and an Absorbent top layer capable of absorbing up to 5 litres of liquid per square metre.

Air Asia India and Wingspan Group make smart move with deployment of SmartKargo

Air Asia India and Wingspan Group make smart move with deployment of SmartKargo



SmartKargo, IT solution provider to the air cargo industry, has been picked by Air Asia India and Wingspan Group.

Cathay Pacific Cargo and Lufthansa Cargo move under one roof for Frankfurt ground handling

Cathay Pacific Cargo and Lufthansa Cargo move under one roof for Frankfurt ground handling



Cathay Pacific Cargo is relocating its local cargo handling activities in Frankfurt to the Lufthansa Cargo terminal as part of the cooperation agreement between the two airlines.

Miami Airport sets new record in freight traffic in 2016

Miami Airport sets new record in freight traffic in 2016



Miami International Airport (MIA) has witnessed 0.37 percent growth in freight traffic to reach 2.18 million tonnes in 2016, according to final audited statistics from the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD).

David L Cunningham becomes president and CEO of FedEx Express

David L Cunningham becomes president and CEO of FedEx Express



David L Cunningham has been promoted to the role of president and CEO of FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corporation and the world’s largest cargo airline.

ECS Group appoints Martin Bittner to head Globe Air Cargo Germany

ECS Group appoints Martin Bittner to head Globe Air Cargo Germany



ECS Group has appointed Martin Bittner as its new managing director of Globe Air Cargo, Germany. Bittner assumed the role on January 1, 2017 taking over from Mark Grinsted who will retire after serving 14 long years with the group.

DSV starts operating Primark’s distribution centre in the Netherlands

DSV starts operating Primark’s distribution centre in the Netherlands



Transport and logistics giant DSV starts operations for Primark out of a new logistics centre in the Netherlands. The 65,000m2 warehouse located in Roosendaal in the south of the country is owned by the client and runs on Primark’s Warehouse Management System. Similarly to the successful Irish operation from Naas, the Roosendaal facility processes carton and GOH outbound orders to supply Primark stores throughout France and Italy.

SAA Cargo transports racing vehicles for Dakar Rally 2017

SAA Cargo transports racing vehicles for Dakar Rally 2017



South African Airways Cargo (SAA Cargo) has transported racing vehicles for Dakar Rally 2017 as a part of air freight partnership with the Toyota Gazoo South Africa team.

LuxairCARGO’s freight volumes see 8 percent y/y growth in 2016

LuxairCARGO’s freight volumes see 8 percent y/y growth in 2016



LuxairCARGO has handled a total of 820,000 tonnes of air freight handled in 2016, that represents an increase of 8 percent growth last year compared to 2015.

FL Technics Indonesia signs MoU with Indonesia’s GMF AeroAsia

FL Technics Indonesia signs MoU with Indonesia’s GMF AeroAsia



FL Technics, a global provider of one-stop-shop aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul services, has announced that its subsidiary – FL Technics Indonesia – had signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with GMF AeroAsia, one of Asia Pacific’s largest MRO companies. The memorandum entails cooperation in aircraft maintenance, spare parts supply and other areas.

SF Airlines launches ‘Jieyang Chaoshan-Hangzhou-Changsha’ all-cargo route

SF Airlines launches ‘Jieyang Chaoshan-Hangzhou-Changsha’ all-cargo route



SF Airlines has launched “Jieyang Chaoshan-Hangzhou-Changsha” all-cargo route on November 11, 2016. One B737-300 aircraft of SF Airlines successfully arrived at the Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport.

Bolloré Logistics secures cement plant projects in Nigeria and South Africa

Bolloré Logistics secures cement plant projects in Nigeria and South Africa



Bolloré Logistics teams have recently secured two key cement plant construction projects in Nigeria and South Africa with one of the largest cement plant production companies in China.

Etihad Airways to increase frequency to Maldives

Etihad Airways to increase frequency to Maldives



Etihad Airways will start four additional weekly flights on the popular Abu Dhabi – Malé route, increasing frequency to the idyllic Maldives to 11 services a week between July 1 and September 17, 2017.

Flynas orders 60 Airbus A320neo family aircraft

Flynas orders 60 Airbus A320neo family aircraft



Saudi Arabia’s Flynas has signed an agreement with Airbus for 60 A320neo family aircraft. In addition to the 60 aircraft, Flynas has converted 20 A320ceo from a previous order to A320neo bringing the airline’s total firm order to 80 A320neo. The deliveries are scheduled to take place during 2018-26.

ALS Cargo Terminal picks Hermes to run Hanoi operations

ALS Cargo Terminal picks Hermes to run Hanoi operations



ALS Cargo Terminal, based at Noi Bai International Airport, has chosen the Hermes air cargo management system to run its cargo operations in Hanoi, Vietnam.

Qatar Airways prepares to land in Las Vegas

Qatar Airways prepares to land in Las Vegas



Qatar Airways will commence four times weekly, non-stop service to Las Vegas, Nevada, starting January 8, 2018. The new route will operate with a Boeing 777-200LR.

Turkish Airlines adds Conakry to its African network

Turkish Airlines adds Conakry to its African network



Turkish Airlines has added a new destination to its fast growing network. The carrier will be flying to Conakry, the capital city of Republic of Guinea.

Another record year for Luxembourg Airport with 821,000 tonnes of cargo handled in 2016

Another record year for Luxembourg Airport with 821,000 tonnes of cargo handled in 2016



Luxembourg Airport has handled 821,000 tonnes of airfreight in 2016 over the 759,000 tonnes handled in 2015, representing a growth of 8.2 percent.

Etihad Airways to double up flights on Abu Dhabi-Düsseldorf route

Etihad Airways to double up flights on Abu Dhabi-Düsseldorf route



Etihad Airways announced the introduction of its Abu Dhabi – Düsseldorf route that will be operated 14 times a week with the addition of a new daily service, starting 26 March 2017.

GECAS Asset Management Services buys 737NG inventory

GECAS Asset Management Services buys 737NG inventory



GECAS Asset Management Services has entered into an agreement with Air Berlin to buy out the entire inventory of 737NG material that the airline owns, including both rotables and expendables.

Lelystad Airport gets nod from Dutch Council of State for expansion

Lelystad Airport gets nod from Dutch Council of State for expansion



The Dutch Council of State has approved expansion plans forLelystad Airport. On January 19, the Council ruled that the objections to the zoning plan for the airport are ungrounded, ANP reports.The zoning plan states

Emirates announcesthird daily Boeing 777 service to Nairobi

Emirates announcesthird daily Boeing 777 service to Nairobi



The additional flight will increase the number of scheduled Emirates flights between the two cities to 21 a week, thus highlighting the carrier’s commitment to Kenya and confidence in the route. The carrier noted that Kenya has grown to become one of the airline’s busiest routes in Africa since the launch of its services to the country in October 1995.

Airlinkbuys 5 E-Jets from Embraer

Airlinkbuys 5 E-Jets from Embraer



Airlink, Southern Africa’s largest independent regional airline, will acquirefive E-Jets - three E170s and two E190s, from ECC Leasing, a wholly-owned Embraer subsidiary. Airlink will take delivery of the aircraft in the first half of 2017.

Imperial Logistics inks deal with LMI Holdings for logistics and supply chain solutions in Ghana

Imperial Logistics inks deal with LMI Holdings for logistics and supply chain solutions in Ghana



Imperial Logistics and LMI Holdings have entered a strategic partnership to form a new business, Imperial LMI Logistics that will deliver logistics services in Ghana and West Africa.

SF International Economy Express Service Network expands to Philippines

SF International Economy Express Service Network expands to Philippines



SF Economy Express (International) Service network has expanded to Philippines recently, a step further to meet the demand on international express services.

DHL launches new digital freight platform to connect shippers and transport providers on demand

DHL launches new digital freight platform to connect shippers and transport providers on demand



Logistics giant DHL has launched CILLOX, an online marketplace will connect shippers and transport providers on demand, thus increasing efficiency for both by enabling safe and convenient access to a highly fragmented market.

KQ Cargo exports Kenyan flowers to Australia

KQ Cargo exports Kenyan flowers to Australia



Kenya Airways Cargo (KQ Cargo) is now exporting Kenyan cut flowers to Australia. It has partnered with Australia’s largest airline Qantas Airways.

Singapore Airlines’ A350 inaugural flight from Manchester lands at Bush Airport

Singapore Airlines’ A350 inaugural flight from Manchester lands at Bush Airport



Singapore Airlines has landed its first Airbus A350 at George Bush Intercontinental Airport on January 17. Singapore Airlines and Houston Airports celebrated the launch of the airline’s new route between Houston and England in October 2016, when the inaugural flight between Manchester Airport in England and George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston touched down. That new route replaced the previous Houston to Singapore via Moscow operation.

DSV open for business in Cambodia

DSV open for business in Cambodia



Transport and logistics giant DSV’s Phnom Penh office is in full operation as of January 2017. It will be headed by MD Kanyarad Julhiran who is also the managing director of DSV Air & Sea in Thailand.