3.9 million travelers flew via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in January. This corresponded to a decrease of 3.1 per cent compared to the same month in 2024. The decline was a result of cuts to flight services by the Lufthansa Group, while other airlines increased their services. Cargo volumes fell by 3.9 percent in January, to 148,321 metric tons. The number of aircraft movements was stable, with a slight 0.4 percent decrease to 30,938 takeoffs and landings. The total maximum takeoff weights were … [Read more...] about Fraport traffic figures – January 2025: Decrease at Frankfurt Airport
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Maastricht Aachen Airport steps up to receive cargo flights following nationwide strikes in Belgium
Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) has stepped in to help minimise the impact of a series of scheduled strikes across Belgium that include air traffic control operators, handlers and security personnel. The Netherland’s second largest air cargo hub is set to welcome the extra passenger and cargo flights already scheduled, with MST prepared to manage further flights as demand requires. National strikes across Belgium, planned for Thursday 13th February, have caused major disruption to … [Read more...] about Maastricht Aachen Airport steps up to receive cargo flights following nationwide strikes in Belgium
Glasgow Prestwick Airport leverages improved infrastructure to handle its longest-ever cargo
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) has handled its longest-ever piece of freight, as part of a consignment for the oil and gas sector. The cargo was flown to PIK from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, alongside two additional 40-foot components for further on-carriage to Aberdeen. The longest piece, measuring in at 67 feet and weighing 24 tonnes, was transported on three 20-foot connecting pallets, and required three main deck loaders and two cranes for safe offloading. The entire operation was … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport leverages improved infrastructure to handle its longest-ever cargo
Hong Kong Air Cargo launches flights to Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) will be welcoming Hong Kong Air Cargo (HKAC) flights from 11th February 2025, making it the first Far East airline to operate at the airport. Hong Kong Air Cargo’s first flight to PIK will be an Airbus A330-200F operating from Hong Kong, with additional flights already planned for 18th and 25th February 2025. “The arrival of Hong Kong Air Cargo’s flights is a clear sign that our efforts to develop Prestwick as a leading e-commerce hub are delivering … [Read more...] about Hong Kong Air Cargo launches flights to Glasgow Prestwick Airport
WFS commences operations at advanced cargo facility at New York JFK; airport’s first new-build cargo terminal in 30 years
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, will advance air cargo handling innovation and sustainability at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) as it celebrates the opening of the first new cargo terminal to be built at the airport in 30 years. With the opening of the new facility at the end of January, WFS’ warehouse footprint at JFK now exceeds 1 million square feet across eight facilities, reinforcing its position as the airport’s largest provider of cargo handling … [Read more...] about WFS commences operations at advanced cargo facility at New York JFK; airport’s first new-build cargo terminal in 30 years
Africa’s first Airport Cargo Community System to be developed by Kale Logistics Solutions
Kale Logistics (Kale), announced that it will develop Africa’s first Airport Cargo Community System, and celebrated the landmark achievement alongside Mozambique Airport Handling Service (MAHS). MAHS is a leading airport handling service company assisting aircraft, passengers, cargo, and mail in the airports of Mozambique, as the country sees year-on-year growth of air traffic: with fast-growing demand for capacity and soaring air cargo volumes, Mozambique is poised for exponential growth in … [Read more...] about Africa’s first Airport Cargo Community System to be developed by Kale Logistics Solutions
