BAE Systems Regional Aircraft expanded its freighter operations portfolio during 2006 and brought in more than US$350 million of new business overall, managing director Alan Fraser said. The ATP freighter programme secured further leases from lead operator West Air Sweden as well as business from new customers Atlantic Airlines, First Flight Couriers and Magic Bird. Regional Aircraft secured six further new customers covering the BAe 146/ Avro RJ, ATP passenger turboprop, and Jetstream … [Read more...] about BAE Systems extends freighter programmes
Envirotainer launches new data service
Envirotainer has launched a new service that records crucial shipment data for customers transporting temperature- sensitive healthcare and life science products. RAPID (Rapid Access to Product Integrity Data) is available to users of Envirotainer's RKN e1 compressor cooling and electrical heating air cargo container, and is compatible with the most frequently used data logger software from Elpro and Sensitech. While Elpro is already live with its latest "RAPID-able" software … [Read more...] about Envirotainer launches new data service
Unisys develops new LMS for air freight
Unisys said that it is developing a next-generation version of its Logistics Management System (LMS), which is used by many major air carriers to process approximately 25 percent of the world's air freight. The enhancements will include new services as well as migration of LMS to a new high performance J2EE technology platform that will run on a choice of modern systems. This work signifies the final step in LMS' ongoing re-development programme. As with the current version of LMS, … [Read more...] about Unisys develops new LMS for air freight
Kewill Systems buys IPACS e-Solutions
UK-based Kewill Systems plc which specialises in global supply chain execution software and services, has announced the acquisition of Singapore- based IT solution provider IPACS e-Solutions (S) Pte Ltd, for an initial consideration of S$5.5 million (£1.85 million) in cash. In addition, at various dates in the 24 months following completion, up to S$4.5 million (£1.55 million) will be payable in cash as deferred consideration subject to the attainment of performance criteria … [Read more...] about Kewill Systems buys IPACS e-Solutions
Pemco redelivers B737 Combi conversion
Pemco Aviation Group, Inc. said that its Dothan, Alabama subsidiary, Pemco World Air Services, Inc., has redelivered to Alaska Airlines its combi conversion, which provides both passenger and freight capability simultaneously. The conversion is the first ever B737- 400 combi to be accomplished in the world. Kevin Casey, vice president business development, said: "This aircraft represents a significant technical advancement in terms of performance and efficiency with its ability to … [Read more...] about Pemco redelivers B737 Combi conversion
IAI, Mitsui to form JV for freighter conversions
Israel Aerospace Industries' (IAI) Bedek Aviation Group and Mitsui & Co have signed a contract to establish a 50:50 joint venture company that will convert B767-300 aircraft from passenger to special freighter configuration. IAI and Mitsui intend to establish the JV - M&B Conversions Ltd - in Ireland within the next couple of months. The partners have begun developing a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) in order to obtain US Federal Aviation Administration and European … [Read more...] about IAI, Mitsui to form JV for freighter conversions
