Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) attended a diplomatic reception hosted by the British Embassy in Shanghai as discussions continued on the future of UK-China trade. PIK was the only business in the aviation industry invited to the reception by His Majesty’s Ambassador to China, Peter Wilson, and His Majesty’s Consul-General, Matt Burney, and joined Sir Keir Starmer, UK Prime Minister, Peter Kyle, Secretary of State for Business and Trade, and a small group of business leaders from the United … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport represents UK aviation during state visit to China as trade talks progress
Swissport pioneers Switzerland’s first fully electric aircraft turnaround at Geneva Airport
On 29 January, Swissport completed an e-turnaround for a Brussels Airlines aircraft at Geneva Airport. From landing to take-off, the entire Swissport ground handling operation for the aircraft was completed using fully electric ground support equipment, marking a first in Switzerland. This milestone underlines Swissport’s global commitment to decarbonising its ground operations on its pathway to net-zero emissions by 2050, including the objective to electrify 55% of its worldwide ground support … [Read more...] about Swissport pioneers Switzerland’s first fully electric aircraft turnaround at Geneva Airport
Global air cargo demand achieved record volume in 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for full year 2025 and December 2025 global air cargo market performance showing: Full-year demand for 2025, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased 3.4% compared to 2024 (4.2% for international operations). Full-year capacity in 2025, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 3.7% compared to 2024 (5.1% for international operations). December 2025 brought the year to a close with … [Read more...] about Global air cargo demand achieved record volume in 2025
Çelebi unlocks significant operational efficiencies through CHAMP A2Z Scan
Turkish ground handler Çelebi has implemented CHAMP A2Z Scan, a smart application that automates the conversion from paper to digital Air Waybills and other documents. Using CHAMP’s first 100% AI-based product, Çelebi can dramatically reduce the time associated with manual data entry and comparison, from approximately 3 minutes to 45 seconds through CHAMP A2Z Scan. The data captured through CHAMP A2Z Scan automatically populates into Çelebi’s cargo management system, including its independent … [Read more...] about Çelebi unlocks significant operational efficiencies through CHAMP A2Z Scan
DHL Express appoints General Manager of Central Asia Hub in Hong Kong
DHL Express has announced the appointment of Lee Kwong Ming as the new General Manager of the Central Asia Hub, effective February 1, 2026. He replaces Samuel Lee, who has taken on a new leadership role within the organisation, as Managing Director for Taiwan. In his new capacity, Kwong Ming will oversee the Central Asia Hub, one of DHL Express’s three most important global hubs. Based in Hong Kong, Kwong Ming brings over 30 years of experience in express logistics and high‑volume air hub … [Read more...] about DHL Express appoints General Manager of Central Asia Hub in Hong Kong
AAPA: Asia Pacific airlines deliver solid traffic growth in 2025
Preliminary traffic figures for the full calendar year 2025, released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed robust growth in both international air passenger and cargo markets, underpinned by resilient economic conditions and healthy travel demand, even as trade and geopolitical uncertainties remained elevated. For the year, the region’s airlines carried a combined total of 390.5 million international passengers, representing a solid 9.4% increase compared to 2024. Demand, … [Read more...] about AAPA: Asia Pacific airlines deliver solid traffic growth in 2025
