Since June 1st, Swiss WorldCargo has resumed its partnership with Globe Air Cargo Bulgaria. The long-standing local partnership dates back to 2008, and has now been re-awaken to work closely again. In view of a closer collaboration, Globe Air Cargo hired an additional team member, who will be dedicated to work closely with Swiss WorldCargo. The two companies have rekindled their dormant, 16-year contract which sees the leading GSSA in Bulgaria carry out sales, booking, messaging, operational … [Read more...] about Swiss WorldCargo resumes contract with Globe Air Cargo Bulgaria
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Etihad Cargo reaches 10-year milestone in Vietnam
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, is celebrating a decade of successful operations in Vietnam. This milestone highlights the carrier's commitment to supporting Vietnam's booming trade and economic growth, particularly in the high-tech and manufacturing sectors. Since the launch of freighter services in July 2014, Etihad Cargo has continuously expanded its operations in Vietnam. The airline began with two A330 freighter flights to Hanoi per week, offering 120 tonnes … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo reaches 10-year milestone in Vietnam
Vienna Airport and Asiana Airlines celebrate 25th anniversary
Vienna Airport and Asiana Airlines are celebrating 25 years of successful partnership. Since the first cargo flight in 1999, the South Korean airline has transported more than 370,000 tons of air freight on over 6,300 flights between Vienna and Incheon – an important contribution to the economic network between Austria and South Korea. On the occasion of this important milestone, the airport and the airline celebrated the long-standing cooperation with Sang Wook HAM, Ambassador of the Republic … [Read more...] about Vienna Airport and Asiana Airlines celebrate 25th anniversary
Qantas Freight joins Western Sydney International Airport’s New 24-hour cargo precinct
The Qantas Group and Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI) have strengthened their strategic partnership, with Qantas Freight signing on as the airport’s first freight airline to operate at its 24-hour Cargo Precinct. The precinct will increase Sydney’s air cargo capacity by around 33 per cent upon opening and provide dedicated access via the upgraded Northern Road and proximity to growing freight and logistics centres at Kemps Creek and the Aerotropolis. As the … [Read more...] about Qantas Freight joins Western Sydney International Airport’s New 24-hour cargo precinct
Challenge Group launches new flights to Delhi, expanding Indian operations
Challenge Group is pleased to announce the expansion of its operations in India with the introduction of two weekly flights to Delhi, starting October 3, 2024. This brings the Group’s total to five weekly flights into India, including three into Mumbai. The new service will operate on Wednesdays and Sundays using Challenge Group’s growing fleet of Boeing 767F aircraft, with a capacity of approximately 52 tons each. “Delhi is a vital hub for global trade, and our new routes reflect our … [Read more...] about Challenge Group launches new flights to Delhi, expanding Indian operations
American Airlines Cargo enhances cold-chain network with expansion of CEIV Pharma certification
American Airlines Cargo announces that John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) have joined its list of US stations certified by IATA’s Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics, or CEIV Pharma. The certifications underscore the carrier’s commitment to quality in Life Sciences handling, as the process evaluates safety, compliance, consistency, and training at each station to achieve certification. The carrier … [Read more...] about American Airlines Cargo enhances cold-chain network with expansion of CEIV Pharma certification