The Hongkong Association of Freight Forwarding and Logistics (HAFFA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Vietnam International Institute of Logistics & Supply Chain (IILS), which aims to establish a framework for cooperation to promote and strengthen the development of the freight and logistics industry between Hong Kong and Vietnam. HAFFA Chairman Mr. Gary Lau and Vice Chairlady Ms. Janet Ng were invited by The STAT Trade Times to attend the Global Event Logistics Summit … [Read more...] about HAFFA signed MoU with International Institute of Logistics Supply Chain (IILS) from Vietnam
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IATA: Stronger standard implementation, modern GSE, and digitalisation are key to more resilient ground handling
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for stronger implementation of global standards, a transition to modernised ground support equipment (GSE) and greater digitalisation in the ground handling sector. This will support safer, more efficient, sustainable, and resilient ground handling. IATA made the call at the 38th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC), which opened in Cairo, hosted by EgyptAir. “Ground handling is often invisible to passengers, but when it goes wrong, … [Read more...] about IATA: Stronger standard implementation, modern GSE, and digitalisation are key to more resilient ground handling
IATA: Middle East disruption impacts cargo markets, demand falls 4.8% in March
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for March 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), fell by 4.8% compared to March 2025 levels (-5.5% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), decreased by 4.7% compared to March 2025 (-6.8% for international operations). “Air cargo demand fell 4.8% in March compared to the previous year. This was mostly due to … [Read more...] about IATA: Middle East disruption impacts cargo markets, demand falls 4.8% in March
Asia Pacific airlines post March traffic growth as cargo demand stays resilient
Preliminary March 2026 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed robust growth in international passenger traffic, reflecting a healthy travel appetite. Asian carriers also benefited from an upsurge in demand on Asia-Europe routes, as travellers shifted to alternative routings following airspace closures and operational disruptions at Middle East hubs. For the month, a combined total of 33.9 million passengers flew on the region’s carriers, … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific airlines post March traffic growth as cargo demand stays resilient
HAFFA chairman outlines fuel surcharge, ESG and digitalisation priorities at 2026 AGM
The Hong Kong Association of Freight Forwarding and Logistics (HAFFA) held its Annual General Meeting for 2026, where Mr. Gary Lau marked the start of the second half of his current two-year term as Chairman by outlining the prominent organisation’s major achievements, as well as noting some of the key challenges currently faced by the industry. Commented Mr. Lau: “As we strive together to strengthen the Hong Kong logistics industry’s position as a major pillar of the city’s economy through … [Read more...] about HAFFA chairman outlines fuel surcharge, ESG and digitalisation priorities at 2026 AGM
IATA Ground Handling Conference 2026: Adapting ground operations in an era of AI
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold the 38th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) in Cairo, Egypt, from 19–21 May 2026, bringing together industry leaders to address the future of ground operations. Hosted by EGYPTAIR, the event will focus on the theme “Adapting Ground Operations in an Era of AI.” The conference will examine how human expertise, supported by artificial intelligence and automation, will shape safer, more efficient, and resilient ground … [Read more...] about IATA Ground Handling Conference 2026: Adapting ground operations in an era of AI
