New high score: The largest single volume order of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) by a DB Schenker customer has been placed by Mercedes-Benz. The record agreement reduces the global automotive company’s CO2e emissions by 40,000 tons through the procurement of around 13,000 tons of SAF. The biofuel is being accredited towards export air freight shipments from Frankfurt to Beijing and Shanghai. Thorsten Meincke, Global Board Member for Air & Ocean Freight, DB Schenker: “Achieving carbon … [Read more...] about Driving change: DB Schenker supplies Mercedes-Benz with record SAF volume
China Airlines appoints Kao Shing-Hwang as Chairman and Chen Han-Ming as President
The Board of China Airlines, a Taiwan-based carrier, met 10 March to appoint the current President of China Airlines, Mr. Kao Shing-Hwang, as the new Chairman, and Tigerair Taiwan Chairman, Chen Han-Ming, as the new President. Chairman Kao Shing-Hwang holds a degree in Transportation Management from National Cheng Kung University and has served with China Airlines for nearly 40 years since joining the company in 1986. Chairman Kao started out as an entry-level flight attendant in a frontline … [Read more...] about China Airlines appoints Kao Shing-Hwang as Chairman and Chen Han-Ming as President
Swissport renews ground handling license at Zurich Airport
Swissport International AG, the global leader in airport ground services and air cargo handling, has been awarded the ground handling license at Zurich Airport (ZRH) for another seven years until 2032. Securing first place as the top-ranked provider reaffirms Swissport’s position as the leading provider of airport ground services in Switzerland. The license entitles Swissport to offer all airport ground services, such as passenger services at check-in & boarding, baggage handling, aircraft … [Read more...] about Swissport renews ground handling license at Zurich Airport
Magma Aviation and Intradco Global transport 34 endurance horses to AlFursan Endurance Cup
Magma Aviation, the innovative air cargo solutions company, and Intradco Global, the leading horse transportation air charter specialist, have successfully transported 34 endurance horses from Liège (Belgium) to AlUla (Saudi Arabia) for the AlFursan Endurance Cup. Held in AlUla, in the heart of the desert, Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, this prestigious event offers the highest prize money in the sport and showcases the pinnacle of endurance riding. Both companies demonstrated … [Read more...] about Magma Aviation and Intradco Global transport 34 endurance horses to AlFursan Endurance Cup
AeroNet secures three-year net repair contract with Qatar Airways Cargo
AeroNet proudly announces the signing of a landmark three-year contract with Qatar Airways Cargo for Net repair services valid until May 31, 2027, this agreement reflects the airline’s confidence in AeroNet’s expertise and commitment to efficient services. AeroNet has been manufacturing Air Cargo Nets, Tie Down Straps and Cargo Equipments for Qatar Airways Cargo for the past 3 years, supporting the airline’s Air Cargo Operations. With this new contract, AeroNet will handle the repair of nets, … [Read more...] about AeroNet secures three-year net repair contract with Qatar Airways Cargo
Menzies Aviation meets IATA’s 25by2025 target, reinforcing commitment to gender equality
Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has announced it has successfully reached its goal of 25% of women in senior leadership roles, in line with the International Air Transport Association's (IATA) 25by2025 campaign. The announcement, made ahead of this year’s International Women’s Day (8 March), is a major milestone on Menzies’ commitment to advancing gender diversity and inclusion in the aviation industry. As a signatory of the United Nations’ … [Read more...] about Menzies Aviation meets IATA’s 25by2025 target, reinforcing commitment to gender equality
