Airports Council International (ACI) World and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have come together to call for governments to quickly grant financial relief to assist airport operators and airlines during the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis and support the essential connectivity the industry will provide for economic recovery. The industry is united with governments around the world in efforts to stop the spread of the virus, and, in the face of massive … [Read more...] about ACI and IATA call for urgent financial assistance to protect jobs and operations
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Pharma.Aero and IATA sign MOU
During the World Cargo Symposium of IATA in Dallas, Pharma.Aero and IATA signed a memorandum of understanding. Nathan De Valck, chairman of Pharma.Aero: “. Formalising the partnership with IATA is an important milestone. It will allow us to upscale our initiatives and enroll the projects within a larger international platform in the life science airfreight industry. The MOU underlines our vision to foster collaboration with all air cargo stakeholders that support the CEIV pharma … [Read more...] about Pharma.Aero and IATA sign MOU
Cargo iQ accredits Qatar Cargo and Kuehne + Nagel
Qatar Airways Cargo and Kuehne + Nagel both received their continuing certification at the World Cargo Symposium in Dallas, Texas, USA. Cargo iQ, whose Member Audit and Certification Scheme is administered by independent auditors SGS, has also announced Menzies as its newest member. “The response of our members and the industry to our new external audit has been overwhelmingly positive,” said Ariaen Zimmerman, Executive Director, Cargo iQ. "In an industry which can fall into a cycle … [Read more...] about Cargo iQ accredits Qatar Cargo and Kuehne + Nagel
Emirates SkyCargo awarded Cargo iQ certification through external audit
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, was presented with its Cargo iQ certification at the World Cargo Symposium in Dallas, Texas, USA. SGS, Cargo iQ’s nominated external audit company, audited Emirates SkyCargo’s internal processes including the measures taken by the carrier to minimize or eliminate shipment errors and provide customers with more visibility on the status of their shipments. Emirates SkyCargo became a member of Cargo iQ in 2016 to further reinforce … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo awarded Cargo iQ certification through external audit
BARIG: grand coalition must strengthen air traffic location Germany
According to the Board of Airline Representatives in Germany (BARIG), a consequent strengthening of the aviation location Germany must be promoted by the future Federal Government, especially in the interest of the economy. The association, representing the interests of around 100 national and international airlines in Germany, identifies various chances in the aviation field for political activities in the negotiated coalition agreement between CDU, CSU and SPD which must now be implemented to … [Read more...] about BARIG: grand coalition must strengthen air traffic location Germany
ACI World appoints David Whitely as a new Director of Communications
Airports Council International (ACI) World has announced the appointment of former London Gatwick Airport senior leader David Whitely as its new Director of Communications. David joins ACI World as it continues to expand its advocacy for a sustainable airport industry for all members, large or small, in every region of the world. David brings to ACI World more than 20 years' experience in journalism, corporate, media, and public relations in the UK and Australia. He … [Read more...] about ACI World appoints David Whitely as a new Director of Communications