Kuehne+Nagel, one of the world’s leading logistics providers, and Natilus, an aerospace manufacturer of blended-wing-body aircraft, announced a strategic partnership to study the environmental, economic, and operational impact of integrating Natilus’s hyper-efficient blended-wing-body aircraft into commercial air logistics operations. Leveraging its knowledge of the air logistics industry, Kuehne+Nagel will collaborate with Natilus to explore the operational feasibility of implementing its … [Read more...] about Kuehne+Nagel and Natilus partner to bring blended-wing-body aircraft to commercial air freight
Lufthansa Cargo uses AI to process booking requests faster
Lufthansa Cargo has recently started utilizing a software solution it developed internally to automatically enter booking requests received by email into the airline's booking system. This is made possible through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotic process automation (RPA). Consequently, requests for the desired route can be processed even faster. Customers then receive a fully automated booking confirmation instantly. "The majority of direct booking requests are already … [Read more...] about Lufthansa Cargo uses AI to process booking requests faster
ACI World and Cranfield University launch groundbreaking “Airport Management in a Net Zero World” course
Airports Council International (ACI) World has announced a new partnership with Cranfield University, one of the world’s premier institutions for aviation research and education, to deliver a pioneering new course: Airport Management in a Net Zero World. Offered under the globally acclaimed ACI-International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Airport Management Professional Accreditation Program (AMPAP), this intensive one-week course will be hosted on the Cranfield campus in the United … [Read more...] about ACI World and Cranfield University launch groundbreaking “Airport Management in a Net Zero World” course
DHL Group partners with Shopify to accelerate cross-border shipping worldwide
DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics company, has expanded its partnership with Shopify to make it easier for merchants to ship their products around the world. This collaboration is set to benefit millions of Shopify merchants by providing a faster, simpler, and more efficient way to connect with DHL’s extensive network for both domestic and cross-border shipping. With DHL pre-integrated into the Shopify Shipping platform, sellers worldwide can access DHL’s global network and shipping … [Read more...] about DHL Group partners with Shopify to accelerate cross-border shipping worldwide
IATA appoints Sheldon Hee as Regional Vice President for Asia-Pacific
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the appointment of Sheldon Hee as Regional Vice President, Asia-Pacific, effective 1 June 2025. Based in Singapore, Hee will lead IATA in the Asia-Pacific, a region covering 39 countries and home to 53 IATA member airlines. Hee brings over 25 years of experience in the airline industry. He has held various management roles at Singapore Airlines in Singapore, Japan, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Prior to joining IATA, Hee was … [Read more...] about IATA appoints Sheldon Hee as Regional Vice President for Asia-Pacific
WestJet Cargo expands capacity to Japan with daily Dreamliner service
WestJet Cargo has announced the expansion of its trans-Pacific capacity with the launch of daily year-round service between Calgary and Tokyo Narita International Airport. Operated by WestJet’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, each flight offers 22 tons and 80 cubic meters of cargo capacity, providing consistent and reliable lift between North America and Asia. “Expanding our cargo capacity to Japan through daily Dreamliner service is a pivotal step forward for WestJet Cargo,” said Julius … [Read more...] about WestJet Cargo expands capacity to Japan with daily Dreamliner service
