The Three-runway System (3RS) at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) was commissioned on 28 November 2024, marking a new milestone in Hong Kong’s aviation development. All three runways have started operating simultaneously, providing the expanded capacity for HKIA to strengthen Hong Kong’s position as a major international aviation hub further. HKIA’s target is to serve 120 million passengers and handle 10 million tonnes of cargo annually in about 10 years from now. The commissioning … [Read more...] about HKIA commissions Three-runway System
Hong Kong-Miami pharma corridor validated through Pharma.Aero’s Corridor 3.0 project
Pharma.Aero, in collaboration with Hong Kong International Airport, Miami International Airport and Cathay Cargo, proudly announces the successful validation of the Hong Kong-Miami pharmaceutical air corridor. Building on the foundational work of Pharma.Aero’s Corridor 2.0 project, this Corridor 3.0 project is the latest initiative focused on ensuring secure, efficient, and high-quality airport-to-airport transportation for time- and temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products. Through the … [Read more...] about Hong Kong-Miami pharma corridor validated through Pharma.Aero’s Corridor 3.0 project
Association of Asia Pacific Airlines report solid growth in passenger and cargo demand in October 2024
Preliminary October 2024 traffic figures released today by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) revealed robust travel demand across the region, fuelled by healthy leisure and corporate travel appetites. International air cargo markets also saw potent growth, supported by businesses restocking inventories in preparation for the year-end holiday season and major online sales events. Asia Pacific airlines’ international passenger numbers increased by 19.0% year-on-year in October, … [Read more...] about Association of Asia Pacific Airlines report solid growth in passenger and cargo demand in October 2024
dnata is first ground services provider in Europe to earn IATA’s environmental management certification
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has become the first ground handler in Europe to receive the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) environmental management certification. The recognition highlights the company’s dedication to implementing robust sustainability initiatives. IATA Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) is a certification programme developed to independently assess the commitment of aviation stakeholders such as airlines, airports, cargo handling … [Read more...] about dnata is first ground services provider in Europe to earn IATA’s environmental management certification
airBaltic Cargo partners with cargo.one to accelerate and enhance its digital sales
airBaltic Cargo, the cargo division of the Latvian national airline, has joined forces with cargo.one to soon offer its services upon the air freight industry’s go-to procurement platform. airBaltic Cargo is partnering with cargo.one as part of plans to expand its market presence globally and boost revenues. cargo.one will offer airBaltic Cargo customers the most convenient and user-friendly booking method, and will enable the airline to market its services to a footprint of freight forwarders … [Read more...] about airBaltic Cargo partners with cargo.one to accelerate and enhance its digital sales
China Airlines fleet expansion and strategic flexibility produces solid growth in passenger and cargo
China Airlines, a Taiwan-based carrier, held an institutional investor conference on 11/21 during which Chairman Hsieh Su-Chein and President Kao Shing-Hwang presented the airline’s operational overview and future outlook. The fleet revitalization strategy will see the arrival of the all-new 787 fleet next year, and the airline will continue to introduce the A321neo passenger aircraft and 777F freighter, with a total of eight new aircraft expected. The international passenger market continues to … [Read more...] about China Airlines fleet expansion and strategic flexibility produces solid growth in passenger and cargo
