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Fall in Air Cargo Demand in line with Expectations, says IATA

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released April 2022 data for global air cargo markets showing a drop in demand and contraction in capacity. The effects of Omicron in Asia and the Russia–Ukraine war continue to create a challenging operating backdrop that is driving the decline.“Air cargo demand fell by 11.2% in April and capacity contracted 2% compared to April 2021. The combination of the war in Ukraine and COVID-19 ... [+]

Cathay Pacific, Lufthansa Cargo joint venture adds Swiss WorldCargo

Cathay Pacific and Lufthansa Cargo announced the addition of Swiss WorldCargo to their joint venture, which offers customers more direct connections, more flexibility and more time savings.“The addition of Swiss WorldCargo's flights to the already large, combined network of Cathay Pacific and Lufthansa will bring ... [+]

WFS, BIAL create landmark partnership

WFS, a global air cargo logistics leader, is entering a new partnership with Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), which, in May 2023, will assume responsibility for the development, operation, management and maintenance of one of the cargo terminals at India’s third-largest cargo gateway for international ... [+]

AACargo Expands Trans-Atlantic Capacity with Summer Schedule

American Airlines Cargo recently enhanced its transatlantic services for cargo customers this summer with direct service from key cities in Europe to ten U.S. gateways from mid-May onward.The airline is now operating service to John. F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), ... [+]

SmartCargo joins Cargo iQ

Provider of cloud-based air cargo solutions to the global air cargo industry SmartKargo has joined cross-stakeholder organization Cargo iQ. SmartKargo offers a suite of scalable applications including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), a booking portal, and its end-to-end e-commerce shipping solution for global airlines. It joins Cargo iQ ... [+]

Challenge Group joins The Air Charter Association

Challenge Group is the new member of The Air Charter Association and wishes to actively contribute to its activities. The company thus joins the leading worldwide trade association for companies and individuals engaged in aircraft charter.Inspired by the concept of the shared economy as foundation ... [+]

Emery Air implements CHAMP’s Cargospot Handling

Emery Air has implemented CHAMP’s Cargospot Handling solution. The solution supports the Chicago-based ground handling agent’s operations at Chicago-Rockford International Airport boosting efficiency and speed of its cargo operations that service the US air cargo supply chain.CHAMP’s Cargospot Handling is a sophisticated and comprehensive cargo ... [+]

IAG Cargo enhances its operations between Spain and US

IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has increased its operations from Spain to the USA, which is now over 120 weekly connections. This represents a 40% increase in connections since March. The newly launched schedule offers regular connectivity between Madrid and Los ... [+]

IAG Cargo shows 18.6% revenue growth in Q1 2022

IAG Cargo financial results for Q1 2022 show revenues of €432 million for the period from January 1 to March 31, 2022, representing an 18.6% increase at constant currency versus the same period last year. Overall yield for Q1 2022 was up 2.3% at constant ... [+]

Freighter full of salmon

With seven Qatar Airways passenger flights and six B777 freighter services each week, the Oslo-Doha route is well served, and the airline’s cargo capacity well stocked. Of that freight, 95% of all perishable seafood (PES) on board Qatar Airways flights out of Scandinavia, is salmon.Iceland ... [+]

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