Avianca Cargo (Avianca) has become a certified Cargo iQ member after just over a year of membership. Avianca’s history with Cargo iQ began in 2014 when they became an associate member of the organisation. They left Cargo iQ in 2020 to rejoin in July 2023 this time as Full Members with a commitment to implementing Cargo iQ’s quality standards and with the aim of obtaining their membership certification. The Avianca Transformation team were assigned the task of enhancing their Quality … [Read more...] about Avianca Cargo certified as Cargo iQ member for the first time
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Strengthened profitability expected in 2025 even as supply chain issues persist, says IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced its financial outlook for the global airline industry in 2025, which shows a slight strengthening of profitability amid ongoing cost and supply chain challenges. Highlights include: Net profits are expected to be $36.6 billion in 2025 for a 3.6% net profit margin. That is a slight improvement from the expected $31.5 billion net profit in 2024 (3.3% net profit margin). Average net profit per passenger is expected to be $7.0 … [Read more...] about Strengthened profitability expected in 2025 even as supply chain issues persist, says IATA
TIACA signs joint declarations to celebrate the birth of commercial aviation
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) announced it has signed two joint declarations submitted to ICAO (International Civil Organization) to celebrate the birth of commercial aviation 80 years ago. Two joint declarations have been signed by numerous aviation organizations as well as associations. The declarations sent to ICAO by the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG) and the International Aviation Foundation (IAF) celebrate the strength of the Chicago Convention signed 80 years ago … [Read more...] about TIACA signs joint declarations to celebrate the birth of commercial aviation
Swissport and Lufthansa win top prize at Cargo iQ Q-Rally
Swissport and Lufthansa teamed up for the Cargo iQ Q-rally and won the event with their Implementation of Freight into warehouse (FIW) at all Swissport and Lufthansa stations. The goal was to level up the accuracy of Service Level Agreement (SLA) measurements, between the aircraft and drop off and the Warehouse processes. Swissport’s Priscilla Marques, Manager Global Operations Cargo, applied continuous improvement throughout the whole project. Swissport initially began the implementation … [Read more...] about Swissport and Lufthansa win top prize at Cargo iQ Q-Rally
IATA: Air cargo demand up 9.8% in October 2024 – 15th month of consecutive growth
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand. Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), rose by 9.8% compared to October 2023 levels (10.3% for international operations) for a 15th consecutive month of growth. Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTKs), increased by 5.9% compared to October 2023 (7.2% for international operations). This was … [Read more...] about IATA: Air cargo demand up 9.8% in October 2024 – 15th month of consecutive growth
Asia Pacific Airlines chart a strategic course for aviation’s future at 68th AAPA Assembly
The 68th Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) Assembly of Presidents, held on 12-13 November in Brunei Darussalam, brought together aviation leaders to address the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of Asia’s aviation industry. With the theme “Jetting into 2050: Future Proofing Asian Aviation,” the event served as a critical summit for industry executives to discuss innovation, sustainability, and long-term resilience. Royal Brunei Airlines CEO Captain Sabirin Haji Abdul … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific Airlines chart a strategic course for aviation’s future at 68th AAPA Assembly
