The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) is setting up an International Aviation Lab to develop innovative solutions for the transformation of airport operations around the world. On 6 September 2024, CAAS, the International Centre for Aviation Innovation (ICAI), Singapore University of Technology & Design (SUTD), Airbus, Boeing, Changi Airport Group (CAG), SATS Ltd. (SATS), International Airlines Group (IAG) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to … [Read more...] about CAAS sets up international aviation lab to develop innovative solutions to transform airport operations
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Strong air cargo demand growth extends into July, per IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for July 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand. Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), rose by 13.6% compared to July 2023 levels (14.3% for international operations). This is the eighth consecutive month of double-digit year-on-year growth, with overall levels reaching heights not seen since the record peaks of 2021. Capacity, measured in available cargo … [Read more...] about Strong air cargo demand growth extends into July, per IATA
Asia Pacific airlines report strong growth in passenger and cargo demand for July 2024
Preliminary July 2024 traffic figures released today by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed healthy growth in international air passenger markets. Regional initiatives to encourage travel continued to yield positive results, with the relaxation of visa policies underpinning a significant rise in leisure travellers during the peak summer holiday season. For the month, a total of 31.9 million international passengers were carried by Asian airlines, representing a 22.6% … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific airlines report strong growth in passenger and cargo demand for July 2024
Healthcare exports from Puerto Rico grow as commercial cargo capacity increases to Europe and South America
The Puerto Rico Life Sciences Air Cargo Community is reporting steady growth of life sciences exports and has attracted new cargo capacity, according to figures provided by Rotate. Healthcare exports from the island are up eight percent and commercial capacity is up seven percent year-on-year, based on information from the air cargo data specialists, which partners with the Community to provide an online dashboard tracking cargo movements to and from Puerto Rico. Air cargo capacity on … [Read more...] about Healthcare exports from Puerto Rico grow as commercial cargo capacity increases to Europe and South America
Singapore, Australia, Indonesia, and New Zealand launch User-Preferred Routing trials for 38 flight routes
On 5 August 2024, the Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) from Australia, Indonesia, New Zealand and Singapore and the national flag carriers Qantas, Air New Zealand, Garuda and Singapore Airlines launched user-preferred routing (UPR) trials on 38 different scheduled routes between cities in Australia/New Zealand and Indonesia/Singapore. The trials will last three months after which the parties will review the results. Subject to operators’ feedback, the parties will look to operationalise … [Read more...] about Singapore, Australia, Indonesia, and New Zealand launch User-Preferred Routing trials for 38 flight routes
TIACA announces Air Cargo Forum 2025 in Abu Dhabi
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is thrilled to announce the launch of an Air Cargo Forum (ACF) in the Middle East set to take place in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, November 4-6, 2025. TIACA has established itself as the global voice of the air cargo industry representing each sector and each geographic region. Building on the success of the Miami Air Cargo Forum, held every two years, the Board of Directors has decided to make the Air Cargo Forum an annual event to extend … [Read more...] about TIACA announces Air Cargo Forum 2025 in Abu Dhabi