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
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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
June air cargo demand surges 14.1%, boosting strong first half performance, says IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand. This contributed to an exceptional first half-year performance for air cargo, with volumes exceeding 2023, 2022, and even the record-breaking 2021 levels. • Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), rose by 14.1% compared to June 2023 levels (15.6% for international operations). This is the seventh consecutive month of … [Read more...] about June air cargo demand surges 14.1%, boosting strong first half performance, says IATA
Asia Pacific Airlines report solid growth in passenger and cargo markets for June 2024, per AAPA
Preliminary June 2024 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed robust growth in international air passenger markets, fuelled by healthy demand for air travel approaching the peak summer holiday season. International air cargo demand also expanded strongly, in tandem with a pick-up in manufacturing activity across the Asian economies, including China and India. Overall, Asia Pacific airlines recorded a 21.0% year-on-year increase in the number of … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific Airlines report solid growth in passenger and cargo markets for June 2024, per AAPA
SmartLynx Airlines Malta becomes a member of IATA
SmartLynx Airlines Malta, a part of SmartLynx Airlines, a globally acknowledged ACMI, cargo, and charter provider, has officially become a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). SmartLynx Airlines Malta has been on the IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) registry since 2019. Joining the IATA global community allows SmartLynx to participate in shaping the industry's priorities and initiatives, including safety and sustainability. Edvinas Demenius, CEO of SmartLynx … [Read more...] about SmartLynx Airlines Malta becomes a member of IATA
