Boeing and Xiamen Airlines announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the 2017 Paris Air Show for 10 737 MAX 10 airplanes, valued at $1.2 billion at list prices; becoming one of the launch customers for the newest member of Boeing's 737 MAX family. The airline will work closely with Boeing and relevant stakeholders to finalize the agreement for 10 737 MAX 10 Airplanes, which requires the approval of Xiamen Airlines' board of directors, the China Southern … [Read more...] about Xiamen Airlines signs MoU with Boeing
Jetstar Pacific’s first 10 Airbus A320s
Vietnam’s low fare airlines, Jetstar Pacific, has officially received its first brand new Airbus A320ceo aircraft at Airbus’ factory in Toulouse, France, as part of the airline’s long-term goal to further expand its domestic and international footprint. This is the first of 10 Airbus A320ceo aircraft for the airline, following an MOU that was announced last July. After the delivery ceremony, the new aircraft will take off from Toulouse for its maiden voyage to Tan Son … [Read more...] about Jetstar Pacific’s first 10 Airbus A320s
HIA announces robust year-on-year growth
Hamad International Airport (HIA), Qatar’s Five Star Airport has announced strong year-on-year growth in cargo handling and passenger numbers from January to June of 2017, making this its busiest six month period yet. The airport served 19 million passengers from January to June 2017, 8 per cent more than those served in the same period in the previous year. This includes departing, arriving and transfer passengers traveling through the airport. With 980,000 … [Read more...] about HIA announces robust year-on-year growth
Freight forwarders’ body – BIFA – joins calls for softer Brexit
With Brexit talks due to get underway in Brussels soon, the British International Freight Association (BIFA) is calling for the UK negotiators to push for a deal that keeps the UK in the European customs union. BIFA Director General, Robert Keen says: “Over the weekend, we heard the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Philip Hammond dismiss speculation that the UK could pursue a soft Brexit and remain part of the EU’s customs union and the single market. “Like many, BIFA … [Read more...] about Freight forwarders’ body – BIFA – joins calls for softer Brexit
Thomas Ogilvie new Board Member of DHL Group
The Supervisory Board of Deutsche Post AG appointed Thomas Ogilvie (40) as Board Member for Personnel and Labor Director of the world’s leading postal and logistics group. Effective September 1, 2017 he will take over both responsibilities from Melanie Kreis who will, going forward, focus on her role as Group CFO, as planned. Thomas Ogilvie was previously Executive Vice President, Corporate Development, Deutsche Post DHL Group. “Thomas Ogilvie has very successfully held important … [Read more...] about Thomas Ogilvie new Board Member of DHL Group
Delta and Korean Air leading trans-Pacific jv
Delta Air Lines and Korean Air have reached an agreement to create a leading trans-Pacific joint venture in both scope and service, offering an enhanced and expanded network, industry-leading products and service and a seamless customer experience between the U.S. and Asia. The agreement, signed today, deepens their historic partnership, which spans nearly two decades. “Together, Delta and Korean Air are building a world-class partnership that will offer more destinations, … [Read more...] about Delta and Korean Air leading trans-Pacific jv
